Selective alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Selective (character archetypes, film analysis and writing advice). The closest matches are Cinema Body/Cinema Mind, all the cool girls read and Emily’s Grocery List. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 7, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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  1. 1

    SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

    Likely audience: Film critics

    2 shared topics

  2. 2
    all the cool girls read186K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    Hi Girl, my name is Julie and I yap a lot about Literature and media

    Likely audience: film enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  3. 3
    Emily’s Grocery List125K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Emily's Grocery List publishes book promotion announcements, film casting news, and holiday merchandise giveaways. The publication targets readers of romance fiction and fans of Emily Henry's work.

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    1 shared topic

  4. 4

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 17 days ago

    Greetings from MKA Worldwide Industries. This is my newsletter where I will share news about my forthcoming books and tour dates, as well as updates from Friends & Fiction—the web show, podcast, and online community I…

    Likely audience: Book club members

    1 shared topic

  5. 5

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    An unprecedented insight into the life of an SLA.

    Likely audience: aspiring writers

    1 shared topic

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    Chapter Break39K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: Chapter Break publishes interviews with authors, literary agents, and industry professionals focusing on the publishing process, writing habits, and creative challenges. The publication targets writers seeking practical…

    Likely audience: Aspiring authors

    1 shared topic

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    filmpsikoloji33K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

    filmler, kitaplar ve psikoloji hakkında yazıyorum. ig: @filmpsikoloji

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    1 shared topic

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    Adriana Trigiani27K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication mixes film analysis, memoir reviews, author interviews, and op-eds on social issues under the category of Culture. It targets readers interested in Hollywood industry figures, literature, and…

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 22, 2026

    From recent posts: Christian Lorentzen's Diary publishes film analysis, literary criticism, and cultural commentary podcasts covering topics like Michael Mann, Norman Mailer, and Diane Keaton. The publication mixes written essays with…

    Likely audience: Podcast listeners

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: The Still Room with Maia Toll publishes a mix of book recommendations, genre creation discussions, and self-help content for readers interested in spirituality and fiction. The newsletter serves as a resource hub for…

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    1 shared topic

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    Projekts Workshop22K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: Projekts Workshop publishes weekly film analysis and industry reports, including box office data, streaming trends, and thematic breakdowns of major releases like the MCU and Marvel Cinematic Universe. The publication…

    Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    keepsake20K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    Collecting thoughts and feelings for safekeeping

    Likely audience: Creative writers and artists

    1 shared topic

  13. 13
    Lit Girl17K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

    Curated literary conversations through the discerning eye of the "Lit Girl."

    Likely audience: Literature students

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    Una newsletter su dati, algoritmi contemporanei e femminismo. Per leggere insieme statistiche e grafici con uno sguardo critico e intersezionale.

    Likely audience: Data scientists and researchers

    1 shared topic

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    Classical Ideals15K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    A blog about great art and literature, how we can read it, how we can let it transform us. Re-educate yourself, and equip yourself to better educate your children.

    Likely audience: Parents of young children

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 15 days ago

    a quiet noise.

    Likely audience: Writers and content creators

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: COVEN (by Anna Marie Tendler) publishes weekly personal essays and Q&A segments covering topics like chronic illness, divorce, creative process, and social life. The publication targets readers interested in the…

    Likely audience: writers and creatives

    1 shared topic

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    Adult Sex Ed11K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: Adult Sex Ed publishes long-form essays and personal narratives on reproductive health, medical policy, and the history of sexual language. The publication targets an audience interested in feminist media history…

    Likely audience: feminist readers

    1 shared topic

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    The OSVerse10K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    Backing tomorrow's authors, creators & companies before the world knows their names. Home of Infinite Books, Infinite Media, the O'Shaughnessy Fellowships & the Infinite Loops podcast.

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    5AM StoryTalk10K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    A community of artists and art lovers trying to make sense of the 21st century together - through the lens of film, TV, music, novels, and fine art.

    Likely audience: screenwriters

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    Do you love supporting authors? Bypass the retailers and buy directly from them!🌟You'll get a better deal and the authors don't have to give a share to large corporations! Wishing you lots of happy reading and…

    Likely audience: Audiobook listeners

    1 shared topic

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    Dear Somebody10K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 7 days ago

    A short weekly note chronicling five things worth remembering, including a look into my process, reflections on motherhood, and creative inspiration.

    Likely audience: literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    STARF⭐️CKER9K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: STARF⭐️CKER publishes a mix of personal essays on grief, body image, and climate resilience alongside vintage fashion sales and curated reading lists. The publication targets readers interested in mental health…

    Likely audience: Hawaii residents

    1 shared topic

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    HONEY STAY SUPER8K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Honey Stay Super publishes personal essays, cultural critiques, and Q&A sessions covering topics like dating apps, motherhood media, and gap years. The publication targets an adult audience interested in life…

    Likely audience: Content creators

    1 shared topic

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