Bad Catechumen alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Bad Catechumen (Poetry, Literary Criticism and Philosophy). The closest matches are Glitch, Sam Rasnake and After Dinner Conversation® - Philosophy | Ethics Short Story. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 6, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About Bad Catechumen

The Bad Catechumen writes poems when he should be at church.

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    Glitch7K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 12 days ago

    Glitch es un gesto, un ejercicio de pensamiento, un accidente intencional, un error de sistema. Un territorio que se sostiene en su propia tensión desde 2020. No tiene frecuencia clara, ni estructura definida, ni tema…

    Likely audience: Literary critics

    4 shared topics

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    SubstackDaily · last post 11 days ago

    I'm a writer.

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    4 shared topics

  3. 3

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    Award-winning short story fiction literary magazine designed to spark real discussion in classrooms, book clubs, and around the dinner table.

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

    3 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: The First Person with Michael Judge publishes a rotating mix of poetry, literary criticism, personal essays, and interviews with experts on topics ranging from existential philosophy and human rights to religious faith…

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    3 shared topics

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    Ève Antonov1K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 53 days ago

    Férue de décadence (celle du XIXe siècle) et aspirante écrivaine, j'écris sur la littérature, sur ma thèse, et je partage des morceaux poétiques & narratifs de mon propre cru 💌

    Likely audience: Creative writers

    3 shared topics

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    mailchimpWeekly · last post 25 days ago

    Marginalia on the search for meaning.

    Likely audience: History enthusiasts

    3 shared topics

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    MoTy—

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

    no.clean(exits);

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    3 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

    Once upon a time, I discovered I had many voices in my head and I needed a place to put them—then Substack came along. "To suggest is to create, to name is to destroy." —Stéphane Mallarmé

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    3 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 28 days ago

    Poetry, literature, and faith.

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    3 shared topics

  10. 10

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 49 days ago

    Stories from a poet and a clown.

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    3 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 31 days ago

    Monthly essays, notes and observations - from my square of the map to yours.

    Likely audience: writers

    3 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    A literary archive of essays and musings A book club for lovers of language, feeling, and everything in between💐

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Maybe Baby200K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: Maybe Baby is a culture newsletter focused on parenting, literary criticism, and personal essays that occasionally blends in relationship advice and lifestyle lists. It serves readers navigating pregnancy and motherhood…

    Likely audience: expectant mothers

    2 shared topics

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    Dead Poets Daily146K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    No commentary, no ads, just poetry from the greats.

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    Investigative journalism that hits back. Original reporting on power, corruption, and the stories institutions don't want told — from New Mexico and beyond.

    Likely audience: Art enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    David Whyte44K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: David Whyte publishes essays on emotional psychology, poetry, and personal travel reflections. The publication features literary events and intimate explorations of family dynamics and mortality.

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Coffuelled 32K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago

    From recent posts: Coffuelled is a Spanish-language publication dedicated to personal essays on creative writing, mental health, and self-improvement. It features reflective articles on topics such as spiritual healing, writing workshops…

    Likely audience: creatives

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: The Metropolitan Review publishes literary criticism, book reviews, and narrative fiction covering diverse topics from rural farming life to French philosophy and Korean cinema. The publication serves a general audience…

    Likely audience: Literary critics

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: A Gathering of Spirits publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, interviews with musicians, and cultural commentary on topics ranging from gardening and linguistics to book censorship. The publication targets readers…

    Likely audience: music enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    ONLY POEMS DAILY24K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: ONLY POEMS DAILY publishes modern poems, translations, and satirical literary pieces in a format that mixes single-essay articles with curated verse. The publication targets readers interested in contemporary poetry…

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Prufrock20K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Prufrock publishes weekly literary reviews, book analyses, and cultural commentary featuring topics such as poetry, literary criticism, AI ethics, and independent publishing. The audience consists of readers interested…

    Likely audience: Literary critics

    2 shared topics

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    Dailyness17K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Dailyness publishes daily reflections, philosophical essays, and podcast episodes focused on personal growth, mindfulness, and identity. The publication is for readers interested in self-reflection and the nuances of…

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Short Story15K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

    Author Payout = $100 + 50% of subscription revenue. No Fee to Apply. Readers get one quality story a month and support artists with their contributions.

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: The Art of Flash Fiction publishes critiques, writing prompts, and analyses of short stories for an audience of creative writers and literary enthusiasts. It regularly features workshops, retreats, and deep dives into…

    Likely audience: Flash fiction writers

    2 shared topics

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