The Magpie's Quill alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackMonthly or less · last post 24 days ago

This is My Literary Life—where I share stories on teaching, writing, and parenting. Free subscribers get a taste, paid members unlock the archive, sneak peeks, and creative resources.

Likely audience: literary agents

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

Everything you need to know about publishing a book and getting your work out into the world.

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 37 days ago

Writing for Joy

Likely audience: Fantasy novel readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

Helping authors get good at marketing

Likely audience: indie authors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago

Exploring the mechanics of thought, creativity, and memetic influence.

Likely audience: indie authors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago

Likely audience: mystery fiction authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 5, 2026

A community for Adelyn’s kindred spirits to share book news, reading recs, exclusive short fiction, decaf motivation, and lovely inspirations.

Likely audience: Fantasy book readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago

stuff & also things

Likely audience: Book readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

Love, sensuality, creativity + the Beauty Way.

Likely audience: aspiring authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago

Exclusive fiction too out-there for prime time, by the author of Fight Club. Writing lessons. Lurid back story.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

Novidades da cena de publicações. Arte impressa nas mais variadas formas: livro, zine, print, gravura, revista, ilustração, quadrinhos, livro de artista, design. Se é gráfico, está valendo.

Likely audience: Book publishers and editors

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 52 days ago

Unexpected takes on the modern world of work. Paul explores our obsession with work and the default path of success and tries to imagine new possibilities for how we can conceive of life, work & what matters.

Likely audience: Independent authors

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

News and analysis about the book publishing industry that you won't read anywhere else.

Likely audience: Book marketers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 58 days ago

From recent posts: Kristin's Substack publishes book launch announcements, tour schedules, and promotional details for contemporary romance and literary fiction. The content is primarily directed at readers and authors seeking information…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: Misfits & Daydreamers publishes author interviews, writing process essays, and industry advice focused on independent publishing, traditional publishing realities, and overcoming burnout. The content targets writers…

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 41 days ago

From recent posts: Jason Pargin's Newsletter publishes opinion essays on AI ethics, physics, politics, and pop culture alongside book promotion and entertainment reviews for a general audience.

Likely audience: Fans of John Dies at the End series

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

Book recs, book adaptation news, and exploring all things bookish culture. By Becca Freeman, Co-Host of Bad on Paper Podcast and author of BACK WHERE WE STARTED (out 10/13) and THE CHRISTMAS ORPHANS CLUB.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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Substacklast post Aug 7, 2026

From recent posts: So Many Thoughts, So Little Time publishes author interviews and book announcements focused on Nekesa Afia's novels, including mystery and romance fiction. The publication serves as a promotional channel for her…

Likely audience: Authors and writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

The Menu is a weekly serving of sharp, strategic marketing ideas—just enough to chew on without overwhelming your plate. Budgets are down. Expectations are up. Let’s win anyway.

Likely audience: SEO specialists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

Commentary from Mark Brahmin, Richard Spencer, and friends.

Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 44 days ago

From recent posts: This publication features a mix of cookbook launches, author interviews, and recipe roundups focused on plant-based cooking and quick meals. It targets readers interested in culinary trends, meal planning, and food…

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

I am an author advocate, publisher of She Writes Press, co-founder of Memoir Nation, book industry insider, and champion to writers who show up to the page because they must.

Likely audience: Authors

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