carlyjacobs alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as carlyjacobs (personal lifestyle newsletter, book recommendations and film reviews). The closest matches are Austin Kleon, THE WHAT and Supernova Club. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 13, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About carlyjacobs

Carly Jacobs publishes a weekly personal lifestyle newsletter featuring book recommendations, film reviews, and fashion, alongside occasional travel essays about family holidays.

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  1. 1
    Austin Kleon314K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 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

    2 shared topics

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    THE WHAT60K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 3 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

    2 shared topics

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    Supernova Club15K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    Ogni 15 giorni un po' del mio mondo, se vi piace Supernova.

    Likely audience: Comedy fans

    2 shared topics

  4. 4

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

    Likely audience: music producers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

    An attempt at making sense of things

    Likely audience: Fashion enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 15 days ago

    Seasonal music mixes, thoughts about popular culture, musings about mending, chats about cooking, alliteration for days.

    Likely audience: Podcast listeners

    2 shared topics

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    RetireHub1.5M+ subscribers

    beehiivDaily · last post today

    Helping 50+ year old Americans with money, healthcare, travel, and more!

    Likely audience: Retirees

    1 shared topic

  8. 8
    the art of being you497K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 48 days ago

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    1 shared topic

  9. 9
    Books Worth Reading335K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    The best books about everything.

    Likely audience: literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    The Booker Prizes270K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 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

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    Read Your Color222K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 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

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 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

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    postcards 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

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    GOOD MOVIE126K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    A new podcast episode every Tuesday and a new essay every Friday. Created by Shea Serrano, author of five New York Times bestsellers.

    Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    No More Shitty Books103K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 3 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

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    Downtime101K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

    recommendations & miscellaneous delights for your off-hours

    Likely audience: book lovers

    1 shared topic

  17. 17

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    Recipes for your Monday through Friday, and sometimes Sundays.

    Likely audience: home cooks

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: Gaby Dalkin's newsletter publishes a recurring mix of personal lifestyle essays, seasonal recipe guides, and curated product recommendations alongside occasional deep dives into creator economy and brand partnership…

    Likely audience: home cooks

    1 shared topic

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    Saturday Feeling76K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: Saturday Feeling is a Culture-category newsletter that publishes a mix of interviews, essays, and short-form cultural reporting. Recent issues cover topics ranging from music and political resistance at Jantar Mantar…

    Likely audience: Young professionals

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post today

    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

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    Slow Brew Sunday66K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 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

  22. 22
    The Reading List63K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    A new list of book recommendations or reading how to/guide every Sunday

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    1 shared topic

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    Tlonletter53K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: Tlonletter is an Italian culture newsletter that publishes essays on psychology, literature, and AI alongside podcast episodes and book club events. It serves readers interested in deep cultural analysis, literary…

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Alex & Books Newsletter50K+ subscribers

    beehiivWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    Join 50,000+ subscribers and get the best 5-minute book summaries every week + my list of 100 life-changing books.

    Likely audience: Book readers and bibliophiles

    1 shared topic

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