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Homeward

by Amanda Hesser

Food52 co-founder Amanda Hesser chronicles her personal journey of building a new home, sharing design insights, practical tips, and witty reflections on domesticity.

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.

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.

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.

Michael Ian Black

by Michael Ian Black

Comedian Michael Ian Black offers a humorously self-deprecating take on his newsletter, inviting readers to join despite his own 'Ew.' reaction.

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.

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.

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.

Songs in Four Dimensions

by Shara Nova

Shara Nova delves into the creative process and the essence of song. She shares provocations, poems, and insights to inspire deeper thought and creative living.

Time & Temperature

by Rhett Miller

Rhett Miller, Old 97's frontman, offers a direct connection to his writing, music, songwriting tips, and behind-the-scenes tales from a life in rock.

Tumse Na Ho Paayega

by Utsav Mamoria

Utsav Mamoria shares monthly long-form insights on life, distilling experiences with fountain pen sketches, watercolors, origami, and mathematics.

The Real Sarah Miller | Substack

by The Real Sarah Miller

Sarah Miller's newsletter features her funny, easy-to-read essays covering everything from politics and culture to dieting and daily life.

Flashlight & A Biscuit | Jay Busbee | Substack

by Jay Busbee

Yahoo Sports senior writer Jay Busbee shares stories, culture, and recommendations from the fascinating, infuriating, and beautiful American South.

Micelio - La Newsletter di Daniela Collu | Substack

by Daniela Collu

Daniela Collu's weekly Micelio newsletter offers personal insights on culture, art, relationships, and society, with interviews and curated recommendations.

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.

The Funny Mumblings | Jenny Wynter | Substack

by Jenny Wynter

Jenny Wynter, comedian and creator of Funny Mummies, offers 'The Funny Mumblings,' a humor-filled e-newsletter designed to brighten your day.

Mixed Borders with Mira Kamdar | Substack

by Mira Kamdar

Award-winning Paris-based author Mira Kamdar explores global collisions and diverse identities, blending personal narrative with sharp analysis and a celebration of hybridity.

People I Want to Punch in the Throat | Jen Mann | Substack

by Jen Mann

Blogger Jen Mann shares her signature humorous, often profane observations and rants on pop culture, politics, parenting, and daily life.

Brad Phillips | Substack

by Brad Phillips

Artist and writer Brad Phillips shares his unedited work, spanning art criticism, personal reflections on his mind's workings, and insights into his creative process.

Giulia Blasi | Servizio a domicilio | Substack

by Giulia Blasi

Giulia Blasi's Servizio a domicilio is a weekly, affectionate newsletter covering books, culture, TV, podcasts, politics, feminism, and personal reflections.

Lisandra Vazquez

by Lisandra Vazquez

The provided 'About' section for Lisandra Vazquez's newsletter does not include details regarding its specific topics or content focus.

The asher Newsletter | Substack

by asher

Asher shares cartoons, thoughts, and updates, seeking to connect directly with readers beyond the algorithmic platforms where his work has typically appeared.

Sean of the South | Sean Dietrich | Substack

by Sean Dietrich

Author and storyteller Sean Dietrich delivers brutally candid, laugh-out-loud, and poignant tales of the human experience. Featured in Newsweek.

Garbage Notes | Franco Amati | Substack

by Franco Amati

Franco Amati, a published fiction writer, poet, and editor of Scuzzbucket, offers an inside look into his mind, featuring unique poetry, fiction, essays, and commentary.

At the Mountains of Sadness | Mike Drucker | Substack

by Mike Drucker

Emmy-nominated writer and comedian Mike Drucker shares humorous and self-deprecating takes on video games, movies, news, and the pervasive sadness of everyday life.

The Cranky Guide | Ines Bellina | Substack

by Ines Bellina

Ines Bellina shares candid musings on her nomadic freelance writing life, navigating non-traditional adulthood and making a living amidst media instability.

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.

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.

Elle the Home Bird | Elle Hervin | Substack

by Elle Hervin

Elle Hervin, a journalist and interiors expert, offers weekly musings on home decor, personal life, and joyful finds, blending insight with chaos.

Richard Herring's Substack | Substack

by Richard Herring

Richard Herring shares his daily blog Warming Up, new writing projects like short stories and episodic novels, and exclusive audio/video. He aims to foster a friendly community for fans.

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.

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.

Little Loves | Mackenzie Horan | Substack

by Mackenzie Horan

Mackenzie Horan (Design Darling) shares musings on motherhood, identity, and finding small joys in everyday life, offering thoughtful recommendations.

The Wise Wang

by Yueyue Wang

Yueyue Wang shares juicy personal stories and monthly insights on human nature and life. She also offers writing coaching.

DAYLIGHT by Elizabeth Day | Substack

by Elizabeth Day

Elizabeth Day’s Daylight newsletter offers a monthly column on the human experience—friendship, feminism, failure—and cultural recommendations.

Four Track Substack | Joe Pernice | Substack

by Joe Pernice

Joe Pernice shares new and rediscovered finished songs in their simplest form on Four Track Substack, offering a personal look into his unique craft.

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.

Hoppe Columns

by Nick Hoppe

Hoppe Columns by Nick Hoppe offers occasional commentary exploring the absurdity of everyday life.

Jane Green. A Writer, A Woman, Rewilding

by Jane Green

Jane Green shares her unique perspective as a writer and a woman, exploring personal growth and connection to nature through 'rewilding'.

Tuesbetter Newsletter

by Craig Benzine

Tuesbetter Newsletter by Craig Benzine. A Writing category newsletter. Described as 'My journey to becoming the all seeing, all knowing Space Baby.'

BEAUTYSHAMBLES

by CAT MARNELL

Cat Marnell's BEAUTYSHAMBLES covers her life as a writer and recovering party girl in New York City, featuring 80+ archived columns and new bi-weekly posts.

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.

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.

Pášșíòņ Pįť | Pąșśìóň Pïț | Substack

by Pąșśìóň Pïț

Michael John Angelakos, frontman of Passion Pit, shares exclusive, personal content and 'weird stuff' direct to fans, offering a unique, unfiltered look into his world.

Wendy Parker is Eternally Irritated.

by Wendy Parker

Wendy Parker's 'Eternally Irritated' delivers candid, humorous takes on life, offering subscribers a community and directly supporting her dream of retreating to the woods.

Tommy Dixon | Substack

by Tommy Dixon

Tommy Dixon shares deeply personal essays across a patchwork of topics. His writing aims to resonate, settle the mind, and provide a sense of coming home.

rebuzno [y.] | Dromómanos | Substack

by Dromómanos

Dromómanos publishes essays on human errors and critical thought. This community explores original ignorance, questions technology, and navigates life's confusions.

Telling the Bees

by Tell the Bees

This newsletter provides a community for readers to connect, share their interests, and engage in active discussions within the comments section.

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.

Gary’s Journey Through Hell | Gary Shteyngart | Substack

by Gary Shteyngart

Gary Shteyngart shares his unique, personal journey through life's beauty and suffering, promising Gen-X weirdness that's anything but cringe.