Attention and Astonishment alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: Going Solo at the End of the World publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, memoirs, and community tributes alongside practical resources for writers and travelers. The publication serves an audience of independent…

Likely audience: memoir writers

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Substacklast post Jul 16, 2026

From recent posts: LT in the City Weekly is a biweekly publication by L'Oreal Thompson Payton that blends personal essays on writing, mental health, and entrepreneurship with community news from independent bookstores and local events…

Likely audience: Women's health advocates

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

thoughts and feelings on sex, pop/culture, feminism, & radical politics.

Likely audience: Aspiring memoirists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 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

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 32 days ago

stuff & also things

Likely audience: Book readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Emily's Grocery List publishes book promotion announcements, film casting news, and holiday merchandise giveaways. The publication targets readers of romance fiction and fans of Emily Henry's work.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

recommendations & miscellaneous delights for your off-hours

Likely audience: book lovers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago

Do not be conformed to this world

Likely audience: Philosophers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

I'm a UK-based author and journalist. This is my journal x my Notes app - mostly books, food, interiors, clothes, shopping, home life, plus observations and enthusiasms.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: The Second Bill of Rights publishes political advocacy content focused on federalism and the 2028 election cycle, primarily targeting donors and supporters of the project. The publication currently operates as a…

Likely audience: Federalists and constitutional scholars

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 18 days ago

Greetings from MKA Worldwide Industries. This is my newsletter where I will share news about my forthcoming books and tour dates, as well as updates from Friends & Fiction—the web show, podcast, and online community I…

Likely audience: Book club members

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

Politics, history, travel, pop culture.

Likely audience: Conspiracy theory enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

On writing and life. Long-form musings on the nature of creativity and the essence of everything. Some poems, too.

Likely audience: Creative professionals

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beehiivSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

Join 60,000+ readers and book clubbers discovering exceptional new releases.

Likely audience: Book club members

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 11 days ago

Jack Raines' essays on all things behavioral finance, markets, work, and life.

Likely audience: writers and authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 12 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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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 50 days ago

welcome to all the inner workings of my brain and all things food!

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

CRAFT TALK is a weekly newsletter about writing, creativity and productivity from author Jami Attenberg. This is also the home of #1000wordsofsummer, where, once a year, we write 1000 words a day together for two weeks…

Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: Dren Production's Newsletter publishes Kickstarter campaign announcements, Dungeons & Dragons monster and adventure content, and comic book event updates. It serves as a direct channel for the publisher's tabletop RPG…

Likely audience: Kickstarter backers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: This publication covers Robert P. Jones's book tour, political analysis on Christian nationalism, and interviews regarding evangelical voters and democracy.

Likely audience: Social justice advocates

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

Likely audience: Book readers and authors

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

Four verticals edited by Sari Botton: MEMOIR MONDAY, collab w/ Granta, Narratively, The Rumpus, Orion, The Walrus, Electric Lit, LitHub, Oldster; FIRST PERSON SINGULAR original essays; THE LIT LAB interviews + craft…

Likely audience: Comedy fans

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: This publication mixes curated article round-ups, in-depth interviews with writers and industry figures, and standalone essays on niche subjects like club design and vinyl chemistry. It targets an audience interested in…

Likely audience: Tech enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: The Tidy Times publishes a mix of podcast interviews on writing, parenting, and productivity alongside curated gift guides and lifestyle articles. Its audience includes parents, writers, and individuals seeking…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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