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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.

Prattlefog & Gravelrap | Matt Kendrick | Substack

by Matt Kendrick

Matt Kendrick's Prattlefog & Gravelrap offers monthly articles on fiction writing craft, with ideas, recommendations, and writing ramblings.

Happier In Hollywood | Sarah Fain | Substack

by Sarah Fain

Veteran TV writers Sarah Fain and Liz Craft share Hollywood insights, writing tips, and life hacks, inspired by their popular podcast Happier In Hollywood.

Substack Writers at Work | Sarah Fay | Sarah Fay, PhD | Substack

by Sarah Fay, PhD

Growth strategist Sarah Fay helps writers master Substack, offering a proven framework, workshops, and coaching to boost subscribers, revenue, and engagement.

Writers’s Substack | Writers Online | Substack

by Writers Online

Writers Online delivers inspiration, tips, and opportunities for writers, featuring inspiring stories, weekly podcasts, competitions, and updates on writing events.

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.

Stunning Sentences | Nina Schuyler | Substack

by Nina Schuyler

Nina Schuyler, author and university instructor, shares a weekly stunning sentence, dissecting its craft to help writers improve their prose.

No Dikkering Around | Scott Dikkers | Substack

by Scott Dikkers

Scott Dikkers, founder of TheOnion.com and bestselling author, shares semi-daily, semi-serious insights on productivity and creativity for writers, performers, and raconteurs.

Dr Stacey Patton

by Dr Stacey Patton

Dr Stacey Patton fosters a community for readers to share interests and engage in discussions, with an option to support the work through subscriptions.

The Writer's Attic | Parker Peevyhouse | Substack

by Parker Peevyhouse

Author Parker Peevyhouse offers unique insights for fiction writers on craft and character, plus reading guides and original short fiction.

Allie Michelle

by What's the Point?

Allie Michelle shares musings from a jittery, over-caffeinated introvert obsessed with dragons and poetry, sometimes including unreleased book chapters and poems.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Lindsay Tigar | Substack

by Lindsay Tigar

Lindsay Tigar, an award-winning journalist and executive, chronicles her family's move to Copenhagen, delving into global work, identity, and media strategy.

Allison Brennan: Murder She Writes

by Allison Brennan

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Allison Brennan's bi-monthly newsletter covers her books, writing, and exclusive short stories.

Screenwriting Tricks for Authors | Alexandra Sokoloff | Substack

by Alexandra Sokoloff

Award-winning author Alexandra Sokoloff teaches authors and screenwriters Hollywood's dramatic storytelling techniques. Learn structure, plotting, and character from movies.

Blogging Guide

Blogging Guide details its mission as a leading community for online writers, explaining its purpose, target audience, and featuring top articles.

Talking Shrimp

Laura's "Talking Shrimp" helps you write killer, profitable content. Expect a quirky blend of personality, persuasion, and profit-boosting advice for your words.

"The Script Lab" explores screenwriting craft, offering in-depth analysis of story structure, character development, and dialogue techniques for writers.