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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Love Ireland

by Scriptor Cogitationum

Dive into Irish culture with Love Ireland by Scriptor Cogitationum. Explore the heritage and contemporary life of Ireland.

For Dear Life with Maggie Smith | Substack

by Maggie Smith

Poet and NYT bestselling author Maggie Smith shares personal reflections on life, writing insights, craft tips, and curated joys, fostering a creative community.

Starship Casual | Jeff Tweedy | Starship Casual | Substack

by Jeff Tweedy | Starship Casual

Jeff Tweedy (Wilco) shares unreleased music, candid road stories, songwriting insights, and personal musings, creating a direct community for fans.

100 Typing Monkeys | Big Tim Stiles | Substack

by Big Tim Stiles

Award-winning Australian writer Big Tim Stiles discusses his acclaimed comic books (GORILLA MY DREAMS, MASTIFF), podcasting, and filmmaking.

Andrius Tapinas | Substack

by Andrius Tapinas

Andrius Tapinas offers 'Kronikas' commentary, collaborative essays, an interactive novel, a book club, podcasts, and sharp analysis on art and geopolitics.

The Simmonds Signal

by Taylin John Simmonds

The Simmonds Signal by Taylin John Simmonds helps multi-passionate writers & creatives earn on the internet.

Veronica Roth | Substack

by Veronica Roth

#1 New York Times best-selling author Veronica Roth shares news, writing tips, and recommendations related to her fantasy novels like Divergent and To Clutch a Razor.

The Lemon Tree Mindset 🌳🍋 | Veronica Llorca-Smith | Substack

by Veronica Llorca-Smith

Veronica Llorca-Smith's community for writers and creators offers mindset and strategies to build sustainable creative businesses and lifestyles.

The Ransom Note’s Substack

by The Ransom Note

The Ransom Note fosters a community where subscribers can connect over shared interests and engage in discussions within the comments section.

Write • Build • Scale | Sinem Günel | Substack

by Sinem Günel

Write • Build • Scale provides digital writers with practical systems and strategies to grow their audience, develop bestselling offers, and scale their income on autopilot.

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'.

Author Imani Jay's Newsletter

by Author Imani Jay

Get new releases, ARCs, and freebies from Author Imani Jay, featuring steamy dark, paranormal, and fantasy creature romance.

Stories Told by Morgan Gold | Substack

by Morgan Gold

Stories Told delivers weekly comic-essays from a Vermont farmer, blending art and narrative to unpack one idea. Expect entertainment and a sharp new thought.

Gary Cremeens

by Gary Cremeens

This newsletter from Gary Cremeens offers regular updates and insights from the author. It provides a direct connection to his current thoughts.

Historic Shanghai | Tina Kanagaratnam | Substack

by Tina Kanagaratnam

Historic Shanghai unearths the city's hidden architectural, social, and cultural history, sharing untold stories, heritage news, and unique insights.

Frank Talk

by Frank J. Fleming

Frank J. Fleming shares updates on his humor pieces, short stories, and novels, offering paid subscribers early access and full content.

Tara Dublin Is An Untapped Writing Goldmine

by Tara Dublin

Tara Dublin provides commentary and 'truth-telling' pieces on current events, social issues, and personal interests like music.

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.

TIG

by The Internship Guy

Tutoring International Group offers ghostwriting, tutoring (IB, A Levels, university), and expert guidance for Ivy League & UK college applications.

Melanie Benjamin: The Reluctant Extrovert

by Melanie Benjamin

Author Melanie Benjamin invites readers to a cozy corner for updates on her novels, behind-the-scenes stories, and chats about life's mysteries.

Aural Apothecary | The Shins | Substack

by The Shins

The Shins' James Mercer offers exclusive demos, new music, and behind-the-scenes content from his Aural Apothecary, exploring music and his "weird ideas."

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.

Stories by Michael Adam Lengyel | Substack

by Michael Adam Lengyel

Michael Adam Lengyel presents The Mannamong, his Eisner-nominated fantasy comic. It blends manga-inspired art, deep worldbuilding, and mythic tales of powerful beings.

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.

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.

Dirtbags Through the Ages | Allison Epstein | Substack

by Allison Epstein

Allison Epstein explores history's most amusing weirdos, dirtbags, and iconoclasts, sharing their wacky stories every two weeks in this unique newsletter.

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.

Beep Beep Coming Through by Timothy Winchester | Substack

by Timothy Winchester

Webcomic artist Timothy Winchester shares creative projects, fun cultural finds, and uses this newsletter for unique experiments like conceptual candle reviews.

1979 SEMI-FINALIST | Kelly Thompson | Substack

by Kelly Thompson

Kelly Thompson (aka 1979 Semi-Finalist) shares creator-owned comics, new prose, and behind-the-scenes insights, plus updates on her work for Image Comics and DC Comics.

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.

Quantum Nomad | Beckett Johnson | Substack

by Beckett Johnson

Quantum Nomad by Beckett Johnson offers quiet stories, observational comics, and honest reflections, creating a thoughtful space to pause, notice, and connect.

Raconteur Press | Substack

by Raconteur Press

Raconteur Press publishes pulp adventure tales with noble protagonists, rejecting nihilism. The newsletter shares open calls, new releases, and indie publishing insights.

Beth Brower Scribbles Away | Substack

by Beth Brower

Novelist Beth Brower shares personal anecdotes about her life as a writer, her storytelling journey, and the inspirations behind her acclaimed books.