Browse newsletters about writing process

Musings from the Writing Desk | Lauren K. Denton | Substack

by Lauren K. Denton

Lauren K. Denton, USA Today bestselling author, delivers musings from her writing desk, offering insights into her life, Deep South settings, and romance novels.

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.

Write Despite | Nina Medić | Substack

by Nina Medić

Nina Medić's Write Despite champions authentic writing and stubborn persistence over rules. It fosters a supportive community for creating despite doubt and fear.

Cruciferous | Joy Manning | Substack

by Joy Manning

Food writer Joy Manning shifted her Cruciferous newsletter from food to creative writing post-midlife crisis, detailing her journey to rehab imagination, improv, books, and tarot.

THE KUREISHI CHRONICLES | Hanif Kureishi | Substack

by Hanif Kureishi

Hanif Kureishi, immobilized after a severe fall, dictates raw, personal dispatches from his hospital bed, exploring writing, life, culture, and memories.

Dave Cook Comics | Substack

by Dave Cook

Award-winning writer Dave Cook shares updates on his comics (Killtopia), video game history books, and journalism, plus behind-the-scenes content and tutorials.

LeenasBooks Newsletter

by Leena Maria

Leena Maria invites readers to engage in discussions about her book-related posts, fostering a community around shared literary interests.

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.

Diary of a Novel with Soman Chainani | Substack

by Soman Chainani

Soman Chainani invites readers and writers behind the scenes of his next novel, sharing the raw process, triumphs, and defeats while building a community.

Lloyd Cole - Writing, etc | Substack

by Lloyd Cole

Musician Lloyd Cole offers a multimedia 'memory palace' of his creative life, featuring visual and audio songwriting histories, studio updates, guitar lessons, and reflections.

The Zubstack | Jim Zub | Substack

by Jim Zub

Jim Zub's newsletter offers behind-the-scenes looks at his upcoming projects, writing tutorials, and thoughts on TTRPGs and social media.

The Write Brain | Shaunta Grimes | Substack

by Shaunta Grimes

Shaunta Grimes, a Penguin and Macmillan published author, shares her writing insights and updates from Ninja Writers community.

#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.

Paula Lester's Paranormal Cozy Mystery Newsletter

by Paula Lester, Cozy Author

Cozy author Paula Lester shares updates and insights related to her paranormal cozy mystery novels and the broader genre.

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.

Nouveau Narrative

by Christopher Morrison

Christopher Morrison's Nouveau Narrative fosters a community that explores and reshapes contemporary narratives and storytelling through active participation.

Helen Higgins | Substack

by Helen Higgins

Writer and artist Helen Higgins shares her personal journey, blending literary and philosophical insights with dark romanticism, often reflecting on mid-30s life.

The Scorpio Room | Tini Howard | Substack

by Tini Howard

Comic book writer Tini Howard's creative space, featuring writing insights, short stories, essays, and the free sci-fi mystery comic Phenomenocity.

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.

Mini 1000 | Jami Attenberg | Substack

by Jami Attenberg

Mini 1000, hosted by Jami Attenberg, offers a concentrated 3-day writing challenge where participants commit to writing 1000 words daily.

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.

Dan’s Substack

by Dan Donohue

Dan Donohue shares a new piece every week. Subscribing grants readers access to his work and supports his passion for writing.

Cowboy Mouth

by Cris Cohen

Cris Cohen's newsletter offers stories and insights into the rock band Cowboy Mouth's songs, projects, and life on the road, free from social media's noise.

Unmapped Storylands with Elif Shafak | Substack

by Elif Shafak

Novelist Elif Shafak offers raw insights into a writer's solitary life, challenges for women authors, and shares literary fragments on creativity, identity, and humanity.

by Daisy Goodwin

Daisy Goodwin shares the latest instalments of her newsletter and a live writing project, The Pemberley Papers.

⚔️ Helen's Word | Helen Sword | Substack

by Helen Sword

Helen Sword, an award-winning scholar and author, shares expert guidance and inspiration to help academic and professional writers improve their craft.

Lorana’s Substack

by Lorana Hoopes

Lorana's Substack offers a community for readers to engage in discussions and connect over shared interests through its comments section.

Jessica Ciencin Henriquez

by Jessica Ciencin Henriquez

Jessica Ciencin Henriquez delivers honest, unperformative writing, breaking free from traditional media's pressures to offer real insights and original thought.

Book Enthusiast | Becca Freeman | Substack

by Becca Freeman

Author Becca Freeman (The Christmas Orphans Club) shares book recs, life updates, and novel news. Paid access includes personal essays.

Think Clearly Newsletter

by Mathias Jakobsen

From Mathias Jakobsen, Think Clearly Newsletter explores the meaning of writing, living through writing, and shared explorations.

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.

David Perell's How I Write | Substack

by David Perell

David Perell's How I Write features in-depth interviews with world-class writers – authors, musicians, CEOs – exploring their creative process and modern challenges.

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.

The Quiet Part | Kay Poyer | Substack

by Kay Poyer

The Quiet Part is Kay Poyer's unfiltered space to share her truth and perspective on various topics, embracing its unkempt nature.

Deep dives into liberating writing from restrictive rules, exploring unconventional techniques & fostering creative freedom for all writers.

The Novelleist provides deep dives into novels, analyzing authors, their writing processes, and the literary landscape. A must for book lovers and writers.