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Oldster Magazine

by Sari Botton

Editor Sari Botton's Oldster Magazine explores the universal experience of aging, de-stigmatizing it through essays, interviews, and intergenerational dialogue.

Skipped History

by Ben Tumin

Ben Tumin's Skipped History brings challenging U.S. history to life with levity, interviewing experts on conveniently overlooked events shaping today.

Secret Society

by John Hodgman

Join John Hodgman's Secret Society newsletter, where he shares unique insights, secrets, and humorous truths. Paid members unlock exclusive words, sounds, and pictures.

An Irritable Métis

by Chris La Tray

Montana Poet Laureate Chris La Tray, a Métis storyteller, shares irritable, meandering thoughts on Indigenous issues, white supremacy, capitalism, and the world, often with poetry.

Long Lead Presents: Depth Perception

by Long Lead

Long Lead journalists deliver expert perspectives on in-depth reporting, including insightful interviews, curated media, and industry news. An insider's guide.

Saratonin

by Sara Benincasa

Author Sara Benincasa shares funny, smart, and weird original writing and recommendations, co-edited by a powerful elderly cat. Covers creativity, mental health, and humor.

Colin Meloy's Machine Shop

by Colin Meloy

The Decemberists' Colin Meloy shares his creative process from his "Machine Shop," dissecting songs, sharing demos, and serialized stories.

Bad Brain

by Ashley Reese

Ashley Reese's Bad Brain: An authentic, unapologetic exploration of life, death, pop culture, and the internet, ranging from grief to smutty fanfiction.

The Oficina Post

by The Oficina Post

The Oficina Post offers unique perspectives on culture, art, and inspiration. It features essays on contemporary themes, reflections on art's impact, and curated ideas.

Cheryl Strayed's Dear Sugar

by Cheryl Strayed

Cheryl Strayed, the original Dear Sugar, answers reader letters with profound, empathetic advice on life's toughest questions, delivered monthly.

Freelancing With Tim

by Freelancing With Tim

Journalist Tim provides twice-weekly advice for freelancers on pitching, rates, and business growth, complemented by workshops and one-on-one coaching.

Parakeet’s Substack

by Parakeet

Polymath artist and Harvard alum Parakeet shares unreserved musings, covering symphonic metal, amateur astronomy, and AI's impact on art and poetry.

Seth's Blog

by Seth Godin

Seth Godin's blog offers actionable insights on marketing, business strategy, customer relationships, and critical thinking for modern professionals.

postmorton | kyle morton | Substack

by kyle morton

Kyle Morton of the band Typhoon offers updates on the band and, for paid subscribers, shares unreleased solo demos, recording experiments, and personal drawings.

David Whyte | Substack

by David Whyte

David Whyte shares his work, exploring how poetry unites inner and outer worlds. He applies it to philosophical inquiry, personal growth, and leadership.

The Open Journal with Pamela Anderson | Substack

by Pamela Anderson

Pamela Anderson shares a weekly, public journal entry covering random topics, poetry, and love-based philosophy, aiming to inspire self-discovery and reflection.

Poetic Purpose | Jacqueline Suskin | Substack

by Jacqueline Suskin

Poetic Purpose by Jacqueline Suskin offers monthly musings, poems, creative classes, and artwork, serving as a portal for inspiration and deep emotions.

Gregg Dunnett Author | Substack

by Gregg Dunnett

Amazon bestseller Gregg Dunnett delivers stories, often inspired by the beach or ocean, interspersed with jokes and other diverse topics.

Michael Mohr's Sincere American Writing | Substack

by Michael Mohr

Michael Mohr's 'Sincere American Writing' critiques both political sides, fostering civil disagreement and the pursuit of truth for art's sake.

Bookfox Writer | John Matthew Fox | Substack

by John Matthew Fox

John Matthew Fox (Bookfox) helps authors write better fiction through courses, coaching, and editing. He's a former USC instructor and published author.

Comics 'n' stuff

by Sam Hardacre

Explore comics and various cultural topics with Sam Hardacre's Comics 'n' stuff. Dive into general discussions on culture.

What Is Called Thinking? | Zohar Atkins | Substack

by Zohar Atkins

Zohar Atkins offers a philosophical diary, exploring the meaning of 'thinking' through his unique blend of rabbinic scholarship, poetry, and Socratic AI.

Memoir Land | Sari Botton | Substack

by Sari Botton

Sari Botton's Memoir Land delivers weekly curated personal essays, original narratives, craft interviews, and stories about NYC's enduring pull.

The Humanity Archive | Jermaine Fowler | Substack

by Jermaine Fowler

Jermaine Fowler, NYT bestselling author, connects forgotten history to today's headlines, providing deep context, patterns, and understanding.

I'd Rather Be Writing | Walter Rhein | Substack

by Walter Rhein

Walter Rhein's "I'd Rather Be Writing" provides daily articles and podcasts, mixing personal stories with sharp social and political commentary, often supporting writers.

Larry Edge

by Larry Edge

Larry Edge presents a newsletter whose specific topic remains unstated in its about section, which primarily encourages community participation and subscriptions.

Step-by-Step Worldbuilding | Angeline Trevena | Substack

by Angeline Trevena

Indie author and fantasy cartographer Angeline Trevena provides practical, step-by-step worldbuilding guidance to create immersive worlds for fiction and RPGs.

Jimmy Doom's Roulette Weal | Substack

by Jimmy Doom

Jimmy Doom offers a massive archive of original short fiction, with a unique twist: subscribers can suggest prompts for custom 100-word stories.

Snaps

by Deirdre Lewis

Deirdre Lewis's Snaps delivers written snapshot moments, inspired by photos. She crafts vignettes, thoughts, and sketches that capture feelings and entire worlds.

The Fiction Coach | James Powell | Substack

by James Powell

James Powell, a professional writer, editor, and story coach, helps creators hone their craft, build confidence, and maintain momentum to get their stories, comics, and novels to readers.

Notes from Lucy

by Lucy Monroe

Get personal insights and updates from USA Today Best Selling author Lucy Monroe, known for her spicy mafia and steamy romance novels.

Off the record | Emanuele Rosso | Substack

by Emanuele Rosso

An episodic comic exploring Italian indie music from the early 2000s, tour life, musicians, and the bittersweet nostalgia of midlife.

Monster of the Week

by Jessica Maison

Jessica Maison's Monster of the Week, narrated by Necro, explores cryptids, yōkai, and folklore. Features fun facts, retellings, and original spooky tales from a monster's POV.

the stories club | lina | Substack

by lina

Lina's 'the stories club' shares her weekly column about life, inspiring writers to create stories from everyday experiences and keep writing, even with a busy schedule.

A Writer's Notebook | Summer Brennan | Substack

by Summer Brennan

Award-winning author Summer Brennan's notebook offers lyrical essays, craft talks, and sketchbook pages, exploring culture, daily life, and the creative process.

Kirsten Weiss’s Substack

by Kirsten Weiss

Kirsten Weiss explores a Mystery School where magic is real, featuring interactive witch mysteries and high-anxiety sleuths in UFO-themed B&Bs.

Stunning Sentences | Nina Schuyler | Substack

by Nina Schuyler

Nina Schuyler, author and university instructor, shares a weekly stunning sentence, dissecting its craft to help writers improve their prose.

Lady’s Substack | Lady Kay | Substack

by Lady Kay

Lady Kay publishes micro fiction stories and chapters from her New Adult and Romance series, 'Boys Fall In Love Too,' with new installments appearing periodically.

The Querent

by Alexander Chee

Alexander Chee, author of acclaimed novels and essays, delivers critics notebook pieces, writing advice, travelogues, political thoughts, and personal reflections.

Narratively Academy | Substack

by Narratively Academy

Narratively Academy offers writers a creative community, classes, and insights from the Narratively.com team to hone craft and achieve publishing dreams.

Intervallo di Giulia Cavaliere | Substack

by Giulia Cavaliere

Journalist Giulia Cavaliere offers weekly musical and cultural narratives, including record and art recommendations, interviews, and exclusive playlists.

FairSquare Graphics

by FairSquare Graphics

The official newsletter of FairSquare Graphics, an award-winning immigrant, minority, and family-owned publisher of graphic novels.

House of Regina Quinn | Substack

by Regina Quinn

Regina Quinn writes adult fiction about women who yearn, exploring consensual sex, morally complex characters, and emotional depth. Content warnings provided.

Where the Witches Gather | TJ Green | Substack

by TJ Green

TJ Green, a full-time writer and witch, explores her paranormal books, writing process, seasonal celebrations, and magical life in the Algarve.

Angels in the Architecture

by Joanne Fedler

Author Joanne Fedler reflects on troubling times, crafting meaning and giving voice to life's "nameless spooks" through her distinctive, personal writing.

Fully Alive by Elizabeth Oldfield | Substack

by Elizabeth Oldfield

Elizabeth Oldfield explores living a meaningful, soulful life in turbulent times, drawing on poetry, theology, and community experiences to clarify personal values.

De Ulm a Cádiz | Javier Cañada | Substack

by Javier Cañada

Javier Cañada explores the multifaceted nature of time through essays and speculative fiction, delving into the artifacts and designs that shape our future.

The Art of Flash Fiction | Kathy Fish | Substack

by Kathy Fish

Award-winning author Kathy Fish's monthly newsletter, The Art of Flash Fiction, offers craft articles, writing prompts, and recommended readings for flash fiction writers.

Julia Kent's Writing Cabin | Substack

by Julia Kent

New York Times and USA Today bestselling rom-com author Julia Kent explores writing, romance genre tropes, and hilarious personal insights from her unique cabin perspective.

The Metropolitan Review | Substack

by The Metropolitan Review

The Metropolitan Review is a books and culture magazine delivering serious, entertaining criticism of books, film, TV, and art, plus new fiction and poetry.