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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: It's Not Too Late is a personal newsletter by Jen that blends creative writing, book reviews, and recipes with reflections on mental health, climate anxiety, and civic engagement. The publication mixes personal essays…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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Substacklast post Aug 6, 2026

From recent posts: J. Herman Kleiger's Inkblots & Interpretations publishes essays on author psychology, literary analysis, and cultural linguistics. The publication features reviews of non-fiction books, interviews with writers, and…

Likely audience: literary critics

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 11 days ago

BLIND & WEIGHTLESS

Likely audience: readers of literary fiction

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

Transform your day in 10 minutes. Enjoy daily, bite‑sized insights from breakthrough nonfiction books—audio or text—straight from the authors. Trusted by 94K+ learners, our editors choose only the books that matter.

Likely audience: Policy makers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

We dive into the latest releases, hidden gems, and timeless classics, offering reviews, recommendations, and insider tips for a rich listening experience. Subscribe for your next great listen!

Likely audience: Parents seeking practical advice

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

Unfiltered thoughts, stories, and moments.

Likely audience: people experiencing social anxiety in relationships

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

reflections and personal guides from the pov of someone in her twenties

Likely audience: personal essay readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Writers' Hour Magazine publishes weekly writing prompts, contest announcements, and workshop schedules for writers seeking creative exercises and community events. The publication focuses on observation writing and…

Likely audience: Aspiring writers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: ONLY POEMS DAILY publishes a mix of original poetry, interviews with poets, and seasonal or thematic verses. Content ranges from reflective pieces on grief and mortality to satirical takes on social media and…

Likely audience: Creative writers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 19 days ago

Once a month: an essay on the creative life, a recipe worth making, what I'm reading, a giveaway, and a kitten.

Likely audience: Authors and writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

✨ a cosy online space for curious readers ✨ from Sunday Times Bestselling author Emma Gannon. Books, work, wellbeing & creativity. "One of Britain’s most prominent Substack writers" — The Times

Likely audience: Book lovers

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Substacklast post Jul 22, 2026

From recent posts: Well-Read Black Girl publishes a mix of personal essays on motherhood, mental health, and creative recovery alongside roundups of writing grants, residencies, and literary resources. The publication serves writers and…

Likely audience: writers and poets

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: The Stories Club publishes a mix of personal essays, writing craft advice, and curated book recommendations for aspiring and practicing writers. Content ranges from specific exercises on dialogue and character…

Likely audience: content creators

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 28 days ago

From recent posts: The Writer of Cappuccino Corner publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, memoirs, and fictional narratives focused on literature, publishing industry dynamics, and cultural critique. The publication targets writers…

Likely audience: Literature students

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SubstackWeekly · last post 23 days ago

Il micelio è la forma di connessione più potente e ampia in natura, questa newsletter vuole somigliargli un po'. Arte, relazioni, riflessioni sul mondo, storie, punti di vista, al plurale. Due uscite settimanali.

Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

Pens and Poison is the literary project of author Liza Libes. Enter a world of literary analyses, cultural critiques, and other hot takes.

Likely audience: Literary critics

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 29 days ago

From recent posts: Olivia's Substack publishes weekly personal essays, book recommendations, and lifestyle lists covering topics like home design, cooking, and travel disruptions. The publication targets readers interested in the author's…

Likely audience: Authors and writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 26 days ago

From recent posts: This publication mixes personal essays, book reviews, and cultural travelogues with non-fiction narratives on history and trauma. It targets readers interested in literature, design, and personal storytelling.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 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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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

Escorpiana, escritora, bruja y artista

Likely audience: writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Les Lettres de Rose publishes personal essays and curated reading lists focusing on mental health, mindfulness, and creative entrepreneurship. The publication targets individuals seeking self-reflection and intentional…

Likely audience: Aspiring entrepreneurs

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

From recent posts: Audacious Creative Lives publishes personal essays and travelogues focused on mental health, spirituality, and the creative life. The publication features long-form narratives by a single author covering burnout…

Likely audience: writers and authors

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: Open Secrets Magazine publishes first-person narratives, interviews, and essays on mental health, trauma, poverty, and personal relationships. The publication targets readers seeking in-depth stories on domestic abuse…

Likely audience: Personal essay readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

the underbelly of poetry, essay and fiction - read for a kick in the chest or a kiss on the lips. OR if you're lucky — both.

Likely audience: Creative writers and poets

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