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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.

Food Processing

by carla lalli

Carla Lalli's Food Processing delivers weekly original recipes, kitchen insights, and cookbook exclusives. It's a queer-positive space supporting food justice.

Skipped History

by Ben Tumin

Ben Tumin's Skipped History brings challenging U.S. history to life with levity, interviewing experts on conveniently overlooked events shaping today.

To Vegetables, With Love

by Hetty Lui McKinnon

Hetty Lui McKinnon, 'the salad lady,' shares her love for vegetables. Find third-culture recipes blending Cantonese and Western flavors, exploring heritage and identity via food.

Ethan teaches you music

by Dr. Ethan Hein

Dive into music theory, songwriting, and analysis with Dr. Ethan Hein, exploring pop concepts, chord progressions, and iconic songs.

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.

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.

cook club

by Stephanie

Cook Club fosters a community where food enthusiasts share interests, engage in discussions, and support culinary exploration through subscriptions.

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.

Long Lead Presents: Depth Perception

by Long Lead

Long Lead journalists deliver expert perspectives on in-depth reporting, including insightful interviews, curated media, and industry news. An insider's guide.

Colin Meloy's Machine Shop

by Colin Meloy

The Decemberists' Colin Meloy shares his creative process from his "Machine Shop," dissecting songs, sharing demos, and serialized stories.

Bazan HQ

by Dave Bazan

Dave Bazan writes Bazan HQ, a newsletter.

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.

The Oficina Post

by The Oficina Post

The Oficina Post offers unique perspectives on culture, art, and inspiration. It features essays on contemporary themes, reflections on art's impact, and curated ideas.

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.

Freelancing With Tim

by Freelancing With Tim

Journalist Tim provides twice-weekly advice for freelancers on pitching, rates, and business growth, complemented by workshops and one-on-one coaching.

Parakeet’s Substack

by Parakeet

Polymath artist and Harvard alum Parakeet shares unreserved musings, covering symphonic metal, amateur astronomy, and AI's impact on art and poetry.

Seth's Blog

by Seth Godin

Seth Godin's blog offers actionable insights on marketing, business strategy, customer relationships, and critical thinking for modern professionals.

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.

#AmWriting | KJ | Substack

by KJ

Hosted by four bestselling authors, The #AmWriting Podcast delivers honest, actionable advice on writing, publishing, and maintaining a creative life.

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.

Tethered: An Anthology of Magic | Tamed Wild | Substack

by Tamed Wild

Tethered: An Anthology of Magic features a seasonal collection of works by witches, artists, and photographers, exploring magic aligned with the Wheel of Year.

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.

Hello, Writer! | Linda Caroll | Substack

by Linda Caroll

Linda Caroll provides no-nonsense advice for writers on building an audience and navigating platforms, sharing insights from her extensive writing and marketing career.

Lady’s Substack | Lady Kay | Substack

by Lady Kay

Lady Kay publishes micro fiction stories and chapters from her New Adult and Romance series, 'Boys Fall In Love Too,' with new installments appearing periodically.

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.

Monster of the Week

by Jessica Maison

Jessica Maison's Monster of the Week, narrated by Necro, explores cryptids, yōkai, and folklore. Features fun facts, retellings, and original spooky tales from a monster's POV.

Off the record | Emanuele Rosso | Substack

by Emanuele Rosso

An episodic comic exploring Italian indie music from the early 2000s, tour life, musicians, and the bittersweet nostalgia of midlife.

Lipsticked Thoughts | Monica 💋 Gallagher | Substack

by Monica 💋 Gallagher

Comics creator Monica Gallagher shares her work, thoughts, and daily installments of 'Assassin Roommate,' her comic blending romance and assassins.

The Fiction Coach | James Powell | Substack

by James Powell

James Powell, a professional writer, editor, and story coach, helps creators hone their craft, build confidence, and maintain momentum to get their stories, comics, and novels to readers.

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.

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.'

The Metropolitan Review | Substack

by The Metropolitan Review

The Metropolitan Review is a books and culture magazine delivering serious, entertaining criticism of books, film, TV, and art, plus new fiction and poetry.

Gregg Dunnett Author | Substack

by Gregg Dunnett

Amazon bestseller Gregg Dunnett delivers stories, often inspired by the beach or ocean, interspersed with jokes and other diverse topics.

Poetic Purpose | Jacqueline Suskin | Substack

by Jacqueline Suskin

Poetic Purpose by Jacqueline Suskin offers monthly musings, poems, creative classes, and artwork, serving as a portal for inspiration and deep emotions.

In Hand | Meghan McEwen | Substack

by Meghan McEwen

Meghan McEwen explores vanishing craft traditions, design, and material culture through unique travel experiences, interviews with artisans, and curated guides.

Larry Edge

by Larry Edge

Larry Edge presents a newsletter whose specific topic remains unstated in its about section, which primarily encourages community participation and subscriptions.

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.

The Online Writing Club | Kristina God | Substack

by Kristina God

Kristina God's Online Writing Club helps writers launch, grow, and monetize newsletters. Offering expert coaching, community support, and inspiring success stories.

I'd Rather Be Writing | Walter Rhein | Substack

by Walter Rhein

Walter Rhein's "I'd Rather Be Writing" provides daily articles and podcasts, mixing personal stories with sharp social and political commentary, often supporting writers.

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.

Jimmy Doom's Roulette Weal | Substack

by Jimmy Doom

Jimmy Doom offers a massive archive of original short fiction, with a unique twist: subscribers can suggest prompts for custom 100-word stories.

Snaps

by Deirdre Lewis

Deirdre Lewis's Snaps delivers written snapshot moments, inspired by photos. She crafts vignettes, thoughts, and sketches that capture feelings and entire worlds.

David Whyte | Substack

by David Whyte

David Whyte shares his work, exploring how poetry unites inner and outer worlds. He applies it to philosophical inquiry, personal growth, and leadership.

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.

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.

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.

The Humanity Archive | Jermaine Fowler | Substack

by Jermaine Fowler

Jermaine Fowler, NYT bestselling author, connects forgotten history to today's headlines, providing deep context, patterns, and understanding.