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FictionMatters | Sara Hildreth | Substack

by Sara Hildreth

English scholar Sara Hildreth explores the power of fiction, offering thoughtful book recommendations and deep dives into reading practices.

Closely Reading | haley larsen, phd | Substack

by haley larsen, phd

Haley Larsen, PhD in literature, helps readers slow down and engage deeply with books. Offers essays, guides, and community for thoughtful literary conversation.

Emma Straub's Newsletter | Substack

by Emma Straub

Emma Straub shares updates on her books, provides reading recommendations from Books Are Magic, and muses on TV, food, and cats.

She Reads Romance Books | Leslie | Substack

by Leslie

Leslie, the romance-obsessed founder of She Reads Romance Books, provides weekly lists, reviews, and challenges. Join her book club for author Q&As.

Wild About Books with author Sara Blackard

by Sara Blackard

Author Sara Blackard shares her passion for books, offering insights, reviews, and recommendations for readers looking for their next great literary adventure.

Raymond’s Brain

by Raymond K. Nakamura

Raymond’s Brain: Raymond K. Nakamura's weekly dive into his experiences, thoughts, and media consumption, all told through daily comics.

The Biblioracle Recommends

by John Warner

Chicago Tribune books columnist John Warner provides human-curated book and culture recommendations and insights on writing from his experience as an author.

Classics Read Aloud | Substack

by Classics Read Aloud

Ruby Love publishes monthly audio recordings of classic stories, from fairy tales to novels, inviting listeners to get cozy, tuck away distractions, and be transported.

Pagebound's Substack: Page Against the Machine

by Pagebound

Co-founders Jennifer and Lucy share behind-the-scenes updates from Pagebound, a female-founded social reading app, plus book musings and reading inspiration.

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.

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.

Vista電子報 | Vista Cheng | Substack

by Vista Cheng

Vista Cheng分享她對行銷、寫作、科技的見解與最新動態，並將閱讀、旅行、日常生活等所思所聞融會貫通，帶領讀者一同踏上個人成長與學習的旅程。

Camilla Isley

by Camilla Isley

Join writer Camilla Isley for insights on writing and personal reflections from a book worm, cat lover, and coffee addict.

Love letters to literature | Thee Book Club | Substack

by Thee Book Club

Thee Book Club helps readers deepen their relationship with literature via thoughtful essays, open discussions, and a structured monthly book club.

The Common Reader | Henry Oliver | Substack

by Henry Oliver

Henry Oliver's The Common Reader explores great literature, from Chaucer to modern fiction, celebrating its joy, beauty, and ideas. Also covers AI, biography, and late bloomers.

Receipt from the Bookshop | Katie Clapham | Substack

by Katie Clapham

Katie Clapham's Receipt from the Bookshop is a weekly dispatch from her bookshop, chronicling daily life, customers, and transactions. Paid members get bonus content.

BestieAndTheBookish | Bestie and the Bookish | Substack

by Bestie and the Bookish

Jasmine’s Bestie and the Bookish builds a warm, weekly community for book lovers. Expect updates, events, giveaways, and connection with fellow readers.

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.

Trending Romance | Substack

by Trending Romance

Trending Romance offers monthly reports on trending novels, weekly most-read lists, discount alerts, and sneak peeks, all from certified romance nerds.

No Failure, Only Practice | Matt Bell | Substack

by Matt Bell

Novelist and creative writing professor Matt Bell shares monthly custom fiction writing exercises, reading recommendations, and craft discussions for writers.

Writing Wednesdays | Matt Lillywhite 📚 | Substack

by Matt Lillywhite 📚

Matthew Lillywhite's Writing Wednesdays guides writers to find their voice, master the creative process, and build a profitable career, drawing on his success.

Tlonletter | Substack

by Tlon

Tlonletter by Andrea Colamedici and Maura Gancitano explores weekly philosophy, culture, and current events, fostering an intimate community for discussion.

Books & Culture | Substack

by Books & Culture

An English literature lecturer with a PhD guides readers through classic works every two months, providing context, close readings, and in-depth analysis.

Talia Cadet | Substack

by Talia Cadet

Talia Cadet’s newsletter delivers weekly updates, DC event guides, reading lists, and travel itineraries, plus exclusive pop culture chats, entertainment, and meetups.

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.

Read the Classics with Henry Eliot | Substack

by Henry Eliot

Henry Eliot, editor and author of The Penguin Classics Book, leads weekly classic book read-alongs and discussions, exploring timeless literature with unique insights.

Book(ish) | Natasha Poliszczuk | Substack

by Natasha Poliszczuk

Natasha Poliszczuk's Book(ish) offers engaging book recommendations, author interviews, and a book club, with delightful detours into frocks, decor, and life.

Parker's Ponderings | Parker Settecase | Substack

by Parker Settecase

Philosopher Parker Settecase shares accessible essays on ancient and modern philosophy, theology, study methods, book read-alongs, and pop culture.

Untitled Thought Project | Catherine Lacey | Substack

by Catherine Lacey

Novelist Catherine Lacey shares reflections on being a reader, writer, and person, offering a book club, essays on fiction writing, and quirky 144-word posts.

Knowledge Lust

by Sam Rinko

Knowledge Lust guides autodidacts in self-education, offering stories, reading tips, and essays to foster a richer intellectual life.

sharpread

by Colby Sharp

Colby Sharp's newsletter offers stories from his classroom, tips on helping kids fall in love with reading, plus fun podcast/videos and giveaways.

Readable Moments | Sri Juneja | Substack

by Sri Juneja

Readable Moments by Sri Juneja helps parents and caregivers use children's books to navigate tricky parenting moments and instill a love of reading in kids (0-10).

Bel Canto Books | Substack

by Bel Canto Books

Bel Canto Books is a Filipina-led indie bookstore curating fiction & nonfiction by women & people of color. Get literary events & recommendations.

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.

Between the Lines by Tucson Festival of Books | Substack

by Tucson Festival of Books

Get year-round updates from the Tucson Festival of Books, one of the nation's largest literary events. Discover authors, new books, and insider tips for the annual festival.

Deidra’s Bookstack

by Deidra Duncan

Deidra’s Bookstack cultivates a community where readers can connect and share their passion for books and literature.

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.

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.

A reading life | Petya K. Grady | Substack

by Petya K. Grady

Petya K. Grady offers weekly book recommendations, reading tips, and essays for an intellectually inspired life. Join a community of readers.

Science of Reading Classroom | Substack

by Science of Reading Classroom

Science of Reading Classroom provides practical, video-rich resources from Goyen Literacy Fellows to help educators enhance literacy instruction and student reading outcomes.

Shades Book Club

by Sydney Denise

A book club by Sydney Denise featuring reader-voted picks, virtual meetups, and discussions on culture, purpose, and wellness.

Strong Sense of Place | Mel Joulwan & Dave Humphreys | Substack

by Mel Joulwan & Dave Humphreys

Mel Joulwan and Dave Humphreys bring you Strong Sense of Place, exploring global destinations through captivating books, travel insights, and adventures.

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.

The Tearoom | Mariella Hunt | Substack

by Mariella Hunt

Mariella Hunt's Tearoom is a cozy sanctuary for book lovers. It explores slow reading, quiet creativity, and the enduring power of stories and historical figures.

Good, But Not a Standout | Kathleen West | Substack

by Kathleen West

Novelist Kathleen West, author of four books published by Berkley, offers a peek into her writing process, recommended reads, teaching life, and personal musings.

What To Read If | Elizabeth | Substack

by Elizabeth

Elizabeth Held's What to Read If offers weekly curated, timely, and diverse book recommendations, personalized picks, and interviews with writers.

Devin’s Chicago Comics Book Club Digest | Devin Whitlock | Substack

by Devin Whitlock

Devin Whitlock's digest from the Chicago Public Library Comics Book Club offers graphic novel picks, industry news, and personal essays on comics and writing.

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.

Town + Sea | Toni Hammersley | Substack

by Toni Hammersley

Toni Hammersley shares homekeeping wisdom, daily life ramblings, and travel tales, inviting readers to a cozy, calm space filled with simple pleasures.

Many Meetings | Breanne | Substack

by Breanne

Breanne's Many Meetings is a quiet online space exploring J.R.R. Tolkien's works. It offers deep dives, community read-throughs, and discussions to find wholesome escapism and deeper meaning in the Professor's stories.