Absolute Pleasure alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackMonthly or less · last post 23 days ago

Eu escrevo sobre mim, por isso, escrevo sobre nós.

Likely audience: Adults reflecting on childhood

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: Jack Cullen's Substack publishes a mix of personal memoirs, music reviews, and cultural essays covering LGBTQ+ experiences, mental health, and life as a digital nomad in Spain. The content targets an audience interested…

Likely audience: Pop music fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 17 days ago

Magazine in miniature: Short essays and posts sharing stories, bits of history, quotations, photos, books, podcasts, movies, etc. that have been bright spots for me along the way.

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: The Good Trade publishes a weekly mix of personal essays, interviews with creators, and curated lists focused on mindfulness, motherhood, and intentional living. The publication targets readers seeking guidance on life…

Likely audience: wellness enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: Katie Couric's publication mixes personal lifestyle recommendations on fashion, home decor, and beauty with in-depth interviews on politics, memoirs, and public figures. It serves as a hybrid platform for consumer…

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

Come hang out with a pop-culture-obsessed, antiracist, lefty, OG Blerd who lives in Oakland, CA.

Likely audience: Entertainment industry professionals

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: The Etymology Nerd publishes culture-focused essays analyzing internet phenomena, media ethics, and algorithmic content trends. The publication features long-form critiques of subcultures and digital dynamics rather…

Likely audience: Media critics

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SubstackWeekly · last post 24 days ago

From recent posts: The Muse & The Melody publishes personal essays on mental health, creative discipline, and self-discovery for readers seeking introspection and authentic connection. Content mixes reflective narratives on loneliness and…

Likely audience: Individuals seeking self-improvement

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 39 days ago

on culture, women, and the way we make sense of things

Likely audience: Muslim women

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: Bonner Private Research publishes a mix of personal memoirs on historical events and analytical essays on fiscal policy and political polarization. The newsletter targets readers interested in the intersection of…

Likely audience: history enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

Not really “about” salad. But salad is the force that through the green fuse drives the flower. Recipes, lots of them—and plenty else besides.

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Good Thing Going publishes a mix of entertainment reviews, personal essays on motherhood and aging, interviews with female entrepreneurs, and curated lifestyle guides on vintage fashion and jewelry. The publication…

Likely audience: fashion enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 35 days ago

From recent posts: The Golden Hour is a culture newsletter by Karen Attiah that publishes personal essays, journalism ethics analysis, and labor arbitration updates, primarily targeting readers interested in media freedom and press…

Likely audience: journalists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

A newsletter that explores the crucial relationship between journalism and American democracy.

Likely audience: media critics

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

Where neurodivergent women turn their rabbit holes and hyper-focus into an A-List identity, a daily writing practice and a lick-the-plate life.

Likely audience: Astrology enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

Get the facts on the farm crisis, bird flu, COVID, food, great reset, global governance, etc.

Likely audience: investigative journalists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Authentic Sex with Juliet Allen publishes practical guides on sexual wellness, techniques for multi-orgasmic pleasure, and the application of sex magic for relationship and life goals. The publication targets readers…

Likely audience: women interested in sexual wellness

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 37 days ago

From recent posts: Sentimental Being publishes personal essays exploring themes of heartbreak, nostalgia, and the tension between productivity and presence for an audience seeking reflective content on emotional resilience and the nuances…

Likely audience: Individuals experiencing recent heartbreak

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 19 days ago

enthusiastic and doesn't fix her typos

Likely audience: Creative writers and essayists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

Real talk about the writing + publishing industry from an author who doesn’t want you to feel confused, bewildered, or alone. Plus: craft tips, reading recommendations, writing support + solidarity (unless you are a…

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

True stories about work, family, faith, and the ways our lives rarely go according to plan.

Likely audience: Readers of personal essays and memoirs

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Substacklast post Jul 22, 2026

From recent posts: The Liz Crokin Report publishes a mix of personal essays, investigative journalism, and celebrity gossip covering topics ranging from animal rescue and journalist safety to high-profile crimes and conspiracy theories…

Likely audience: Dog owners

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: With Love, Anonymous publishes a global pen-pal exchange where subscribers write anonymous letters sharing personal fears, dreams, and life experiences. The publication focuses on themes of mental health, relationships…

Likely audience: readers interested in personal essays

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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

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