Browse newsletters about creative writing

Caitlin’s Newsletter | Caitlin Johnstone | Substack

by Caitlin Johnstone

Crowdfunded far-left writer Caitlin Johnstone and co-author Tim Foley dissect propaganda and global tyranny, advocating for a collaborative future beyond capitalism.

The Writer's Attic | Parker Peevyhouse | Substack

by Parker Peevyhouse

Author Parker Peevyhouse offers unique insights for fiction writers on craft and character, plus reading guides and original short fiction.

Maharlika Komiks | Rexy | Substack

by Rexy

Rexy's Maharlika Komiks explores comics, culture, and stories, presumably inspired by Filipino Maharlika heritage and mythology.

Rom-Coms & Traums | H.K. Green | Substack

by H.K. Green

H.K. Green's newsletter delivers bi-weekly updates on her writing projects, featuring cover reveals, release news, WIP insights, and ARC/beta reading opportunities.

la flor que escribe | rowina | Substack

by rowina

Experience 'la flor que escribe' with Rowina: cultivate your thoughts through unique insights and a community where every word blossoms.

David Perell's How I Write | Substack

by David Perell

David Perell's How I Write features in-depth interviews with world-class writers – authors, musicians, CEOs – exploring their creative process and modern challenges.

Best Books & Audiobooks | Substack

by Best Books & Audiobooks

Best Audiobooks offers curated recommendations, in-depth reviews, and expert listening tips for captivating audiobooks across all genres, from new releases to timeless classics.

Write Despite | Nina Medić | Substack

by Nina Medić

Nina Medić's Write Despite champions authentic writing and stubborn persistence over rules. It fosters a supportive community for creating despite doubt and fear.

World Builders | Nathan Baugh | Substack

by Nathan Baugh

Nathan Baugh explores the art and science of storytelling, delving into techniques as starting points to unlock creativity and "let the music play."

Creative, Inspired, ALIVE | Joanna Phoenix | Substack

by Joanna Phoenix

NYT bestselling author Evelyn Skye and writer Joanna Phoenix share essays, interviews, and book discussions, exploring creativity, writing, and inspired living.

Steinbergdrawscartoons | Avi Steinberg | Substack

by Avi Steinberg

Avi Steinberg, a New Yorker cartoonist, shares original cartoons, stories, and a behind-the-scenes look at his creative process as an author and teacher.

Starship Casual | Jeff Tweedy | Starship Casual | Substack

by Jeff Tweedy | Starship Casual

Jeff Tweedy (Wilco) shares unreleased music, candid road stories, songwriting insights, and personal musings, creating a direct community for fans.

Jessica Ciencin Henriquez

by Jessica Ciencin Henriquez

Jessica Ciencin Henriquez delivers honest, unperformative writing, breaking free from traditional media's pressures to offer real insights and original thought.

Stories by Michael Adam Lengyel | Substack

by Michael Adam Lengyel

Michael Adam Lengyel presents The Mannamong, his Eisner-nominated fantasy comic. It blends manga-inspired art, deep worldbuilding, and mythic tales of powerful beings.

Substack di Gianni Tacconella | Substack

by Gianni Tacconella

Gianni Tacconella's newsletter. The provided 'About' section does not specify the topics or content of this publication.

Diary of a Novel with Soman Chainani | Substack

by Soman Chainani

Soman Chainani invites readers and writers behind the scenes of his next novel, sharing the raw process, triumphs, and defeats while building a community.

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.

Sherman Alexie | Substack

by Sherman Alexie

Award-winning author Sherman Alexie shares essays, fiction, and poetry, offering unique observations and insights from his acclaimed career.

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.

Sci-fi and Fantasy Comics by Jemma Young Studios | Jemma M Young | Substack

by Jemma M Young

Comic artist Jemma Young shares updates on her acclaimed sci-fi and fantasy webcomics like Children of Eldair and Temerity. She crafts engaging stories with vivid visuals.

Inconspicuous Consumption | Paul Lukas | Substack

by Paul Lukas

Paul Lukas explores the hidden stories and minute details behind everyday objects, design, and consumer culture, turning the inconspicuous into the fascinating.

Weiss Journal | John Patrick Weiss | Substack

by John Patrick Weiss

Writer and former police chief John Patrick Weiss shares insights from 26 years in law enforcement and his master's in criminal justice.

The Happenings of Jeanne St. James, Romance Author | Substack

by Jeanne St. James

Romance author Jeanne St. James shares updates on her over 65 steamy romance novels, available in multiple languages and formats, featuring diverse characters.

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.

The Joker and the Thief — Newsletter | Substack

by The Joker and the Thief

Trev Gibb meticulously preserves the extensive music and writing archive of his late friend, Peter Stone Brown, a gifted songwriter and Bob Dylan expert, sharing unreleased works.

CRAFT TALK | Jami Attenberg | Substack

by Jami Attenberg

Bestselling author Jami Attenberg hosts the #1000wordsofsummer writing project and offers weekly insights on craft, publishing, and creative life.

Comic Book Treasury Extra!

by Comic Book Treasury

Comic Book Treasury Extra! provides a deep dive into the world of comic books, delivering additional content and exclusive insights for enthusiasts.

Wrathos Books | Jinapher J. Hoffman | Substack

by Jinapher J. Hoffman

Jinapher J. Hoffman writes books in Wrathos, a bestselling multiverse of feminine rage. Her newsletter offers free eBooks, character art, book updates, and exclusive content.

Andrius Tapinas | Substack

by Andrius Tapinas

Andrius Tapinas offers 'Kronikas' commentary, collaborative essays, an interactive novel, a book club, podcasts, and sharp analysis on art and geopolitics.

Attention Economy | Leigh Stein | Substack

by Leigh Stein

Leigh Stein offers creative writers insider publishing industry info, creator economy analysis, and career advice for sustainable writing careers.

Dead Poets Daily | DeadPoetsDaily.com | Substack

by DeadPoetsDaily.com

Dead Poets Daily delivers ad-free, public domain poetry from literary greats to your inbox every weekday morning, without commentary.

Coffee & Catch Up with Heather Grace Stewart | Substack

by Heather Grace Stewart

Rom-com novelist Heather Grace Stewart shares behind-the-scenes chaos, writing updates, and real talk about her fast-paced, heart-filled love stories.

Sez Kristiansen | Substack

by Sez Kristiansen

Sez Kristiansen shares poetic field notes on our wild, whole nature, exploring inseparability and gentle resilience through weekly poems and reflections.

Ebony Oaten’s Reader Community | Substack

by Ebony Oaten

Author Ebony Oaten shares her world of Regency romance novellas (sweet & steamy) and award-winning YA novels written as Ebony McKenna.

Stories Told by Morgan Gold | Substack

by Morgan Gold

Stories Told delivers weekly comic-essays from a Vermont farmer, blending art and narrative to unpack one idea. Expect entertainment and a sharp new thought.

Jonathan Byrd

by Jonathan Byrd

Jonathan Byrd, an award-winning songwriter and former musician, now studies physics but always writes, exploring an unpredictable range of topics.

To a Green Thought

by Garth Greenwell

Garth Greenwell offers meticulous criticism and personal essays on music, art, film, and books, acting as a workshop for ideas and insights.

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.

Notes From Wherever We Are. | MaryBeth Bonfiglio | Substack

by MaryBeth Bonfiglio

MaryBeth Bonfiglio offers spellwork-like prose and personal narratives exploring land, spirit, folk magic, and creative liberation through an animistic lens.

Stories by Chance | Eleanor Chance | Substack

by Eleanor Chance

Eleanor Chance gives readers behind-the-scenes access to her Romantic Suspense and Historical Women’s Fiction. Expect sneak peeks, inspiration, and special offers.

Mini 1000 | Jami Attenberg | Substack

by Jami Attenberg

Mini 1000, hosted by Jami Attenberg, offers a concentrated 3-day writing challenge where participants commit to writing 1000 words daily.

In the Writing Burrow | Margaret Atwood | Substack

by Margaret Atwood

Award-winning author Margaret Atwood invites readers into 'In the Writing Burrow,' sharing her unique perspective on writing, creativity, and the literary world.

The Field Trip | Corinne Clarkson | Substack

by Corinne Clarkson

Corinne Clarkson (American in Milan) leads virtual field trips to obscure global locales, witty news recaps, and candid expat stories for cultural literacy at home.

Unmapped Storylands with Elif Shafak | Substack

by Elif Shafak

Novelist Elif Shafak offers raw insights into a writer's solitary life, challenges for women authors, and shares literary fragments on creativity, identity, and humanity.

Fiction Attic Press | Substack

by Fiction Attic Press

Fiction Attic Press publishes flash fiction, serial fiction, and memoir by new and established writers. Founded in 2005 by Michelle Richmond, it offers weekly stories and an extensive archive.

soft moon rising | Nairy Fstukh | Substack

by Nairy Fstukh

Nairy Fstukh's soft moon rising is an essay-newsletter by a surrealist artist and Jungian astrologer, exploring eros, cosmos, and culture with brutal softness.

⚔️ Helen's Word | Helen Sword | Substack

by Helen Sword

Helen Sword, an award-winning scholar and author, shares expert guidance and inspiration to help academic and professional writers improve their craft.

Ever After in Progress with Sara Ella | Substack

by Sara Ella

YA fantasy author Sara Ella shares insights into her publishing journey, writing workshops, and book updates, cultivating a community for fellow readers and writers.

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.

Valerie’s Substack | Valerie Twombly | Substack

by Valerie Twombly

Award-winning paranormal romance author Valerie Twombly offers sneak peeks, book recommendations, new release updates, and a unique romantasy serial.