Browse newsletters about personal essays

Cricket Et Al | Substack

by Cricket et al

Gideon, Sam Perry, and Errol Parker offer independent cricket analysis and 'other interests' – no hot takes or betting ads.

Queria ser grande, mas desisti | Bárbara Bom Angelo | Substack

by Bárbara Bom Angelo

Bárbara Bom Angelo's 'Queria ser grande, mas desisti' delivers intimate personal reflections on family, life, and religion, interwoven with literary impressions of renowned authors.

Life, the Universe, and ALL THE THINGS | Neil Shooter | Substack

by Neil Shooter

Neil Shooter shares his passion for storytelling, delivering short stories, serialized fantasy novels like Hindsight, and Interstellar Universe tales.

The Chatner | Daniel Lavery | Substack

by Daniel Lavery

Daniel M. Lavery's twice-weekly newsletter explores literature, humor, folklore, religion, and transmasculine coping strategies with his distinctive voice.

my vape is dying | Emma Newman-Holden | Substack

by Emma Newman-Holden

Emma Newman-Holden shares her personal musings and observations in 'my vape is dying', inviting readers to engage and connect in a casual, personal space.

Not Special | Deema Lopez | Substack

by Deema Lopez

Deema Lopez's Not Special offers weekly humor, introspection, and deep dives on random topics. It's

Colonne | viccolonne | Substack

by viccolonne

Colonne explores life's conversations, relationships, and modern challenges with a witty, honest, and chic French touch, blending personal style with growth.

This Woman's Work | Rebecca Mack ☕ | Substack

by Rebecca Mack ☕

British writer Rebecca Mack explores mental health, motherhood, misogyny, and midlife through a feminist lens, fostering community and connection.

the utter | Yrsa Daley-Ward | Substack

by Yrsa Daley-Ward

Yrsa Daley-Ward's 'the utter' is a raw, weekly journal on the poetry of existence. She explores love, loss, creativity, and the human condition, applying 'Poetic Intelligence™'.

The Isolation Journals with Suleika Jaouad | Substack

by Suleika Jaouad

Suleika Jaouad guides readers to transform isolation into creative solitude through journaling. Features prompts, essays, and artist talks, informed by her chronic illness journey.

april & the fool | Substack

by april

April explores human connection. Informed by her diverse background, she examines how people connect across cultures, race, and differences.

Letters from Suzanne | Suzanne Moore | Substack

by Suzanne Moore

Suzanne Moore's "Letters from Suzanne" delivers unapologetically feminist commentary on the personal and political, fostering a warm, welcoming space for dialogue.

Ierbosofii | Tibi Codorean | Substack

by Tibi Codorean

Ierbosofii by Tibi Codorean delivers weekly jokes for a brighter day, alongside more complex and serious longer-form texts.

Escaping Flatland | Henrik Karlsson | Substack

by Henrik Karlsson

Henrik Karlsson's Escaping Flatland offers essays on relationships, agency, and crafting a meaningful life, often drawn from deep conversations with his wife Johanna.

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.

Breathing Space | Virginia Montanez | Substack

by Virginia Montanez

Virginia Montanez (formerly PittGirl) shares humorous thoughts on Pittsburgh life, offering a 'breathing space' from the internet's noise and trolls.

Reckoning with Jason Herbert

by Jason Herbert

Join historian Jason Herbert as he reckons with hidden histories, American culture, and myths, while sharing insights into his creative writing process.

Dean Haspiel's Newsletter

by Dean Haspiel

Dean Haspiel's Newsletter: Diverse, introspective reflections on culture, philosophy, and personal insights.

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.

COVEN (by Anna Marie Tendler) | AMT | Substack

by AMT

Anna Marie Tendler (Men Have Called Her Crazy author) shares personal musings, artist interviews, book/movie recommendations, and cat content, blending humor and seriousness.

Joyce Wadler | Substack

by Joyce Wadler

Former New York Times writer Joyce Wadler delivers a witty, no-holds-barred humor column, promising readers fun and laughs.

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.

Six Things | Lev Parikian | Substack

by Lev Parikian

Lev Parikian’s weekly Six Things delivers six intriguing observations from his unique perspective as a writer, musician, and birder.

Bang Voyage | Elin Strong | Substack

by Elin Strong

Elin Strong, a millennial mom, shares her honest journey of navigating a

Layth’s Take

by Layth (@laythy29)

Layth’s Take by Layth offers in-depth analysis, key takeaways, and passionate commentary on Arsenal FC's matches.

morning person | Leslie Stephens | Substack

by Leslie Stephens

Leslie Stephens' Morning Person delivers curated, affiliate-free recommendations and candid essays on intentional living, spanning lifestyle, recipes, and personal journeys.

love letters from my sickbed | solenne °❀.ೃ࿔* | Substack

by solenne °❀.ೃ࿔*

Solenne, a disabled queer person of color, explores ancestral truths, collective liberation, and the body as archive, rooted in Black feminist thought.

Feels Like Home | Alex Lewis | Substack

by Alex Lewis

Alex Lewis shares personal essays exploring the concept of 'home' as a feeling of love and acceptance, drawing on her life experiences and passions.

midnight crumbs | hannah bay | Substack

by hannah bay

`midnight crumbs` by Hannah Bay offers reflective essays on attention, modern life, and quiet moments of change. It provides gentle rituals and creative frameworks.

For Those Who Are Uncertain | Katerina Eleftheriou | Substack

by Katerina Eleftheriou

Katerina Eleftheriou shares musings from her therapy and journals in "For Those Who Are Uncertain," helping readers find clarity, accept life's messiness, and explore authenticity.

Lo que nunca dije | Selena ୨୧ | Substack

by Selena ୨୧

Selena shares unsent letters, imperfect poems, and candid reflections on navigating her 20s, healing, and humor. A space for everything left unsaid.

The Substaq of Istiaq | Istiaq Mian, MD | Substack

by Istiaq Mian, MD

Istiaq Mian, MD is a hospitalist who explores human behavior through narrative medicine and personal essays, sharing stories from his life, patients, and family.

Small Stories with Laura Pashby | Substack

by Laura Pashby

Laura Pashby's 'Small Stories' sends letters from her tiny loft-room study, exploring magic, meaning, and writing life's secrets, plus book insights.

From the Brain of Lynn Cartia | Substack

by Lynn Cartia

Lynn Cartia delivers a unique, humorous mix of ramblings on current events, cocktails, and anything in between, promising an unpredictable and engaging read.

Elastiverso di Claudia de Lillo | Claudia de Lillo alias Elasti | Substack

by Claudia de Lillo alias Elasti

Elasti provides a daily press review with economic explanations. Weekly, she shares personal stories, recipes, media reviews, and occasional online yoga practices.

Minding the Gaps | Kali White VanBaale | Substack

by Kali White VanBaale

Author Kali White VanBaale explores critical gaps in mental health and social justice systems through personal stories, essays, and advocacy, inspired by a local tragedy.

Chronicles | Vinnie Sperrazza | Substack

by Vinnie Sperrazza

Drummer and composer Vinnie Sperrazza's Chronicles features informative essays on jazz and jazz drummers, updates on his musical activities, and personal reflections.

Worthless Trash | Archer Parquette | Substack

by Archer Parquette

Archer Parquette delivers weekly "worthless trash" with personal anecdotes, book recommendations, and deep dives into obscure pop culture.

BRENT BUTT: NOT EXACTLY TV | Substack

by Brent Butt

Comedian/writer Brent Butt shares his personal thoughts, stories, doodles, photos, audio, and video, channeling his unique creativity into a fresh digital bucket.

Roy Berger — Sunday Morning Coffee | Substack

by Roy Berger

Roy Berger, a seasoned journalist and CEO, shares candid stories and observations on real-life experiences in sports, politics, business, family, and travel.

Never Not Nervous | Brooke Barker | Substack

by Brooke Barker

Brooke Barker offers weekly comics & essays on delightful discomfort. Author of Sad Animal Facts books, her writing also appears in the New York Times.

Liminal Space by Sarah Wood González | Substack

by Sarah Wood González

Writer Sarah Wood González, published in The New York Times and Vogue, shares personal essays on culture, style, and life's transitional phases.

Beyond the Bookshelf | Matthew Long | Substack

by Matthew Long

Matthew Long, a former submariner, explores books, reading, attention, and meaning through honest, personal essays from rural Tennessee.

By Nina Hendrick | Substack

by Nina Hendrick

Nina Hendrick, a writer and homebody, shares essays on home, memory, and creativity. Discover reflections on intentional living and her journey of writing novels.

The Pomegranate | Substack

by The Pomegranate

The Pomegranate delivers monthly essays on modern parenting from a team of experienced moms. It offers humorous, relatable insights into family life.

The Bobington Daily News

by The Bobington Daily News

The Bobington Daily News reports on current events and relevant topics, providing readers with daily updates and insights.

Gothic Tales and Desert Revelations

by Victoria Dougherty

Victoria Dougherty shares essays on emotional exile, finding home across continents, and family secrets unearthed after moving to Doha, alongside original gothic fiction.

Poor Man's Feast | Elissa Altman | Substack

by Elissa Altman

Elissa Altman's James Beard Award-winning "Poor Man's Feast" explores sustenance, spirit, and life through evocative personal table stories.

Final Girl Digital | Cricket Guest | Substack

by Cricket Guest

Cricket Guest hosts Final Girl Digital, extending her YouTube channel with essays analyzing culture through film and media, plus personal musings.

Slow Scottish Stories | Molly Ella | Substack

by Molly Ella

Molly Ella shares stories and musings from her slow life in the Scottish Highlands, fostering a community around simple joys, reading, and a less digital existence.