Black Moon Journal alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

Fiction that has friction. I will post author interviews, classic book recommendations and my own crime short stories. I am also the co-author of a four-book series that is available in print, audio and ebook formats at…

Likely audience: fans of spy thrillers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: The Ways of a Gentleman publishes essays and curated lists on men's character, etiquette, and culture. Content spans practical advice on grooming and manners, film criticism exploring timeless masculinity, art…

Likely audience: men

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Good Riddance publishes personal essays and cultural critiques focusing on relationships, pop culture, and modern identity struggles. The publication mixes analytical film reviews with introspective narratives about…

Likely audience: moviegoers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Drinks With Broads publishes TV recaps, entertainment criticism, and pop-culture commentary across shows like The Gilded Age, Ted Lasso, and The Great British Baking Show, plus fashion events and music awards. It…

Likely audience: Pop culture enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Write More with Simon K Jones publishes weekly fantasy serials like 'The Mechanical Crown' alongside essays on self-publishing economics and industry challenges. The publication targets writers and readers interested in…

Likely audience: Fantasy novel readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Wannabe Press publishes portal fantasy and urban fantasy novels featuring protagonists navigating mythological prophecies, demon hunting, and interdimensional travel. The publication consists of synopses and excerpts…

Likely audience: Fantasy novel readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

Likely audience: Fiction readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: NOTES FROM THE NAUGHTY STEP publishes excerpts from fiction and personal narratives centered on themes like class disparity, teenage relationships, and Brighton's cultural history. The content is aimed at readers…

Likely audience: Fans of contemporary fiction

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 54 days ago

Welcome to your clandestine classroom.

Likely audience: History enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

Get weekly anime updates including news, chart results, and more!

Likely audience: Anime fans

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: PunchUp publishes hard-hitting investigative reporting on US politics, national security, and government scandals. The publication covers breaking news on political violence, military justice, and cybersecurity risks…

Likely audience: National security analysts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

Likely audience: Screenwriters

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: The Writer's Life publishes short story excerpts from thriller novels featuring crime drama and suspense. The publication is for readers of fiction who enjoy narratives about drug trafficking, assassinations, and…

Likely audience: Thriller novel readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Jim Melvin's Realms of Fantasy publishes narrative excerpts from his adult epic fantasy series alongside author commentary on themes and character choices, while also featuring personal seasonal reflections from his…

Likely audience: Fantasy novel readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 13, 2026

Reflections on reading, writing, and specific ordinary feelings.

Likely audience: Aspiring writers

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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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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: Monsters & Mystics publishes fantasy fiction, pirate mythology, and romance stories featuring characters like Cindy and Ronan. The publication mixes narrative excerpts with author notes and leads to paid adult content…

Likely audience: Fantasy novel readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Write Your Next Chapter publishes practical guides on writing craft, narrative structure, and manuscript editing alongside market analysis for debut authors in the romance genre. The publication targets fiction writers…

Likely audience: fiction writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

Emmie Lyn's newsletter is for readers who love small-town cozy mysteries, strong heroines, clever twists, and recipes served warm.

Likely audience: mystery novel readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 20 days ago

From recent posts: Gryphon Quill publishes practical guides on fiction writing mechanics, covering internal monologue, narrative structure, synopsis formatting, and prologues. The publication is for writers seeking specific technical…

Likely audience: fiction writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 26 days ago

Likely audience: women interested in self-improvement

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 19 days ago

From recent posts: Grace is on Earth publishes eclectic personal essays, book reviews, and structured life plans on topics ranging from nursing school preparation to YA fantasy criticism. The publication mixes formats, featuring both…

Likely audience: Fantasy book readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago

From recent posts: Craft by Vera Kurian publishes essays on fiction writing techniques, literary analysis, and industry controversies like AI in publishing. The publication mixes reflective pieces on classic literature with practical…

Likely audience: Fiction writers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 12 days ago

Likely audience: fiction writers

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