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Friends & Fiction Endless Stories

by Friends & Fiction

Friends & Fiction Endless Stories delves into captivating narratives and literary discussions from a community of authors.

Cemetery’s Substack

by Cemetery Dance Publications

Cemetery Dance Publications delivers exclusive author interviews, essays, videos, livestreams, early release notices, and cover art, plus a surprise gift.

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.

Julie K. Cohen Romance | Substack

by Julie K. Cohen

USA Today Bestselling Romance Author Julie K. Cohen shares her unique path to writing steamy Sci Fi & Fantasy Romance with flawed characters, shifters, and aliens.

Not So Secret Agent | Sally Ekus | Substack

by Sally Ekus

Literary agent Sally Ekus shares publishing insights, with a deep dive into cookbook authoring, plus anecdotes from her life as a solo parent.

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.

3ookReview | 3ook.com | Substack

by 3ook.com

3ookReview by 3ook.com explores a 'third-generation bookstore' using AI & Web3. It features deep book reviews, cultural commentary, and decentralized publishing trends.

The Panicked Writer | Ellie Leonard | Substack

by Ellie Leonard

Novelist Ellie Leonard offers short stories, essays, humor, and timely political commentary from her nomadic life in New York City.

A Writer's Diary | Toby Litt | Substack

by Toby Litt

Toby Litt's daily insights into writing, self-editing, and getting published. Explores the 'ecstatic truth' behind a writer's life.

Counter Craft | Lincoln Michel | Substack

by Lincoln Michel

Lincoln Michel's Counter Craft explores counterintuitive fiction craft, publishing insights, and literary oddities, challenging conventional wisdom for writers.

A Weekly Dose of Architecture Books

by John Hill

John Hill, a registered architect and author, delivers weekly insights into new and recently published architecture books, along with relevant industry news.

Lit Mag News | Becky Tuch | Substack

by Becky Tuch

Lit Mag News from Becky Tuch delivers bi-weekly updates on lit mags: news, submission calls, contests, and editor interviews for writers.

Over the Influence | Jo Piazza | Substack

by Jo Piazza

Jo Piazza offers deep dives into the world of influencing, writing tips, musings, and travel hacks from an experienced journalist and editor.

Mistakes Were Made | Lee Bacon | Substack

by Lee Bacon

Bestselling author Lee Bacon shares humorous, candid advice on writing, publishing, and promoting books, drawing from his successes, mistakes, and expat life.

Maya C. Popa | Substack

by Maya C. Popa

Poetry Today by Maya C. Popa explores the world of poetry, wonder, and mindset, making academic research accessible. Features weekly curated poems and literary insights from an Editor at Publishers Weekly.

Andrea Bartz: Get It Write | Substack

by Andrea Bartz

Andrea Bartz, a New York Times bestselling thriller writer, offers candid, specific advice for authors on writing, agents, and demystifying the publishing industry from an insider's perspective.

Bookish Media | Substack

by Bookish Media

Morgann Book's Bookish Media is a media company offering a monthly book club, a weekly author interview podcast, and a newsletter covering publishing news.

PINK INK | with author Rachael Johns | Rachael Johns Author | Substack

by Rachael Johns Author

Bestselling author Rachael Johns shares her writing journey, book recommendations, and behind-the-scenes insights into crafting romance and women's fiction.

Sarah's Bookshelves | Sarah Dickinson | Substack

by Sarah Dickinson

Sarah Dickinson hosts Sarah's Bookshelves Live, sharing honest, snarky book opinions and publishing insights on literary and commercial fiction.

Writerly Things with Brooke Warner | Substack

by Brooke Warner

Publisher and author Brooke Warner shares weekly insights on the publishing industry, author mindset, and memoir writing, leveraging her 25 years of experience.

Joanna’s Substack

by Joanna Campbell Slan

Joanna Campbell Slan offers a behind-the-scenes look at life as a full-time author and part-time creator, packed with humor, insights, and a warm community.

Authortunities | Angela Yuriko Smith | Substack

by Angela Yuriko Smith

Angela Yuriko Smith, an award-winning editor and publisher, delivers a weekly calendar of writing calls and deadlines to help authors navigate publishing effectively.

Beyond Craft | Joe Ponepinto | Substack

by Joe Ponepinto

Beyond Craft provides established and emerging writers with a realistic look at the challenges of writing, publishing, and the evolving publishing industry.

Before and After the Book Deal | Courtney Maum | Substack

by Courtney Maum

Courtney Maum provides aspiring and published authors with real talk, actionable tips, and humor for navigating the opaque publishing industry.

Woman of Letters | Naomi Kanakia | Substack

by Naomi Kanakia

Naomi Kanakia explores the Great Books phenomenon from an autodidact's, non-white, and left-wing perspective, alongside essays on the literary world and experimental short tales.

Brooke Lea Foster's Dear Fiction | Substack

by Brooke Lea Foster

Author Brooke Lea Foster shares a behind-the-scenes look at her writing life, historical fiction novels, travels, and recommendations.

Vanessa Riley's Write of Passage

by Vanessa Riley

Award-winning author Vanessa Riley explores historical fiction, revealing Black women's hidden narratives. She connects past to present, with publishing insights and personal content.

SHuSH, by Kenneth Whyte | Substack

by kenneth whyte

SHuSH is the non-fiction newsletter from Sutherland House, providing updates and insights into their non-fiction publications and the publishing world.

Buzz Books Official | Substack

by Buzz Books Official

Buzz Books Official offers an insider's guide to upcoming books, with seasonal excerpts and exclusive insights from authors and publishers.

How to Glow in the Dark | Anna Sproul-Latimer | Substack

by Anna Sproul-Latimer

Anna Sproul-Latimer, co-founder of Neon Literary, offers publishing tips and demystifies the opaque book industry for authors and professionals aiming to succeed.

Appunti dal tavolino di un bar | Davide Costa | Substack

by Davide Costa

Davide Costa, comic writer (Disney, Panini), shares insights on comic scripting, Italian publishing, and tips for aspiring creators, with a weekly one-page script.

From the Desk of Erin Bowman | Substack

by Erin Bowman

Edgar Award-nominated author Erin Bowman shares honest writing advice on craft, the business of publishing, and living your best creative life.

Literary Inspired | Meg Kelly | Substack

by Meg Kelly

Meg Kelly's Literary Inspired helps authors with book marketing. It also offers readers early access to new romance & fantasy books and a judgment-free community.

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 Real Book Spy | Substack

by The Real Book Spy

Industry insider Ryan Steck, The Real Book Spy, provides exclusive news, thousands of book reviews, and author interviews in the mystery/thriller world.

The Berko Family | Our Clients | The Blair Partnership

The Blair Partnership is a full-service literary and entertainment agency representing diverse clients across fiction, non-fiction, and children's & YA, known for the Harry Potter franchise.

The Forever Workshop | Substack

by The Forever Workshop

The Forever Workshop offers practical, weekly writing workshops led by award-winning authors and literary agents. Designed for overwhelmed writers seeking focused lessons across genres.

Piiri | Substack

by Piiri

Piiri publishes a literature newsletter and organizes reading events, fostering a vibrant reading community. It is funded by the Helsingin Sanomain Säätiö.

Writers Circle | Will Parker Anderson | Substack

by Will Parker Anderson

Senior editor Will Parker Anderson guides Christian writers through the publishing world, offering practical tips, industry trends, and community support.

Chris Best | Substack

by Chris Best

Substack co-founder Chris Best shares his personal writings and thoughts on his occasional newsletter, offering insights from a platform builder.

Dango Books

Dango Books connects readers & creators to help share diverse stories, discover new reads, and inspire a love of reading, enhancing publishing for all.

Stained Page News

A 2023 IACP award-winning newsletter covering the cookbook publishing industry, with reported news, interviews, recipe excerpts, and a critic's recommendations.

Editorial World delivers essential insights for writers, editors, and publishers, covering industry trends and craft development.