Broken Spines alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Broken Spines (newsletter rebranding, book recommendations and subscription models). The closest matches are helendewitt, RetireHub and the art of being you. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
About Broken Spines
Speculative Fiction & Indie Reviews from Canadian SFF author Ian Barr.
Full profile- 1helendewitt1K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 39 days ago
writer
Likely audience: Substack readers
2 shared topics
- 2RetireHub1.5M+ subscribers
beehiivDaily · last post today
Helping 50+ year old Americans with money, healthcare, travel, and more!
Likely audience: Retirees
1 shared topic
- 3the art of being you497K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 46 days ago
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 4Books Worth Reading335K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago
The best books about everything.
Likely audience: literature enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 5Austin Kleon314K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago
Weekly art, writing, and creative inspiration from the author of Steal Like an Artist and other bestsellers.
Likely audience: Book lovers and readers
1 shared topic
- 6The Booker Prizes270K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago
Sign up to the Booker Prizes newsletter, where you can discover our long reads, book recommendations, exclusive interviews and much more, from the world's greatest writers of fiction.
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 7Read Your Color222K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago
Get custom book recommendations that are based on YOUR tastes. Take the assessment at ReadYourColor.com.
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 8Everyday Baking216K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago
A special newsletter from John Kanell to empower you to bake with confidence. Unique recipes only found here, plus live video and chats, notes from the farm, and travel.
Likely audience: Home bakers
1 shared topic
- 9Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club200K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago
The right book can change your life. Join Reese Witherspoon and 500,000+ readers to go beyond the page — with monthly picks, author conversations, and deeper discussions you won’t find anywhere else.
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 10postcards by elle130K subscribers
Substacklast post Jun 30, 2026
From recent posts: Postcards by Elle publishes a rotating mix of curated cultural lists, weekly reading syllabi, and personal essays on topics like music, film, and mental health. The publication targets an audience interested in…
Likely audience: Individuals seeking self-reflection
1 shared topic
- 11No More Shitty Books103K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago
The stuff you need to know so you don't waste your time on books that suck
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 12The Coffman Chronicle102K subscribers
SubstackDaily · last post 9 days ago
Home of Five Minutes in America—American stories and constitutional commentary about working people, shared responsibility, and the work of citizenship.
Likely audience: local community members
1 shared topic
- 13Downtime101K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago
recommendations & miscellaneous delights for your off-hours
Likely audience: book lovers
1 shared topic
- 14Weeknight Dinner Club by The Modern Proper89K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago
Recipes for your Monday through Friday, and sometimes Sundays.
Likely audience: home cooks
1 shared topic
- 15Emily in Your Phone with Emily Amick73K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago
From recent posts: Emily in Your Phone with Emily Amick publishes a mix of political roundups, cultural commentary, book recommendations, and personal essays, with recurring Friday and Wednesday editions. It targets readers interested in…
Likely audience: politically engaged readers
1 shared topic
- 16Gun Nuts Media67K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago
Shooting sports, hunting, firearms industry news from a 20 year veteran of the gun industry
Likely audience: firearms collectors
1 shared topic
- 17Slow Brew Sunday66K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: Slow Brew Sunday is a weekly personal newsletter from Jules Acree that blends reflections on motherhood, aging, and home renovation with curated media recommendations and community engagement. The publication mixes…
Likely audience: Book lovers and readers
1 shared topic
- 18Write or Die Magazine (Forever Workshop)66K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago
Making sense of the writing world.
Likely audience: Established authors
1 shared topic
- 19Invisible Women64K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 26 days ago
Keeping up with the gender data gap (and whatever else takes my fancy).
Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers
1 shared topic
- 20The Reading List63K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago
A new list of book recommendations or reading how to/guide every Sunday
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 21THE WHAT60K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 26 days ago
From recent posts: THE WHAT is a culture newsletter that mixes personal essays, lifestyle tips, and media recommendations with occasional tech and travel features. The publication targets readers interested in mental health, wellness, and…
Likely audience: newsletter readers
1 shared topic
- 22The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie60K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 27, 2026
*The Art of Enchantment is no longer on Substack. Come and find us at https://theartofenchantment.org*
Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers
1 shared topic
- 23Baking Magic 🔮✨🍰58K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago
A space where baking meets mindfulness✨ I share beginner-friendly recipes, monthly themed cookies, personal reflections, and more!
Likely audience: Home bakers
1 shared topic
- 24Via Rosa Italy56K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago
Discover Italy through the culture of Food. Via Rosa hosts food-focussed, week-long adventures in Italy and our newsletter shares guides, travel tips and recipes.
Likely audience: Food enthusiasts
1 shared topic
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