Claire's Short Stories alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

From recent posts: Ice Cube Press publishes surreal fiction, literary essays, and writing advice for aspiring authors and readers. The publication features diverse formats including short stories, interviews with staff and writers, and…

Likely audience: Fiction writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 37 days ago

From recent posts: Michael Fine's Substack publishes a mix of short fiction exploring AI ethics and medical administration alongside opinion pieces on healthcare policy and personal experiences. The audience includes readers interested in…

Likely audience: Fiction readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 7 days ago

What I'm reading

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

Award-winning short story fiction literary magazine designed to spark real discussion in classrooms, book clubs, and around the dinner table.

Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: The Metropolitan Review publishes literary criticism, book reviews, and narrative fiction covering diverse topics from rural farming life to French philosophy and Korean cinema. The publication serves a general audience…

Likely audience: Literary critics

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SubstackWeekly · last post 6 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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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

Women don't vanish after 40. Who knew?! Amplifying and celebrating the voices of women in midlife and beyond by the former editor of Red, Cosmopolitan (and Just 17!)

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: Queria ser grande, mas desisti publishes personal essays on literary criticism, reading habits, and cultural commentary. The publication features short-form reviews of fiction and nonfiction alongside curated lists of…

Likely audience: Literary enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 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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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

Author Payout = $100 + 50% of subscription revenue. No Fee to Apply. Readers get one quality story a month and support artists with their contributions.

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 25 days ago

From recent posts: Joe's Substack publishes weekly updates on book publishing, author tours, and genre fiction including horror and historical fiction. The newsletter features interviews with authors like Joe Hill, commentary on pop…

Likely audience: Fans of Joe Hill and Stephen King

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 33 days ago

Indagini, segreti e relazioni pericolose. Iscriviti per entrare nel mondo dei miei libri, tra casi da risolvere e storie da vivere — e ricevi il racconto gratuito "Il terzo incomodo".

Likely audience: Italian readers interested in fiction

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: The Unseen Review publishes weekly book summaries and literary analysis of contemporary and historical fiction for readers interested in deep-dive reading group discussions. Content includes detailed scene recaps and…

Likely audience: Book club members

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

Helping readers build richer minds through classic books. 🪶 Read 9 handpicked classics in a year, just 12 pages a day. Subscribe free and get the guide instantly.

Likely audience: Busy readers seeking quick reads

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SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: The Sunday Morning Transport publishes weekly issues of science fiction, fantasy, and horror short stories by contributors such as E.C. Myers, Emma Osborne, and Betsy Aoki. The publication relies on reader subscriptions…

Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: Milking It publishes monthly literary reviews and interviews with authors like Stacey Yu, focusing on queer fiction, literary fiction, and the intersection of technology and humanity. The publication serves readers…

Likely audience: Literary critics

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 11, 2026

From recent posts: Story Whale Bedtime Stories publishes serialized fictional narratives featuring anthropomorphic animals and children's characters in fables and holiday-themed adventures. The publication targets parents and children…

Likely audience: Parents looking for children's stories

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

Likely audience: Drama fans

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SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: Unschool for Writers publishes literary analysis, travel reflections, and writing process essays featuring authors like Anne Tyler and Sharon Creech. The publication targets writers and readers interested in character…

Likely audience: writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Many The Great and Terrible Things publishes long-form essays, short stories, and personal letters exploring psychology, philosophy, and cultural topics. The publication targets an audience interested in deep dives into…

Likely audience: Horror fiction readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

Things familiar and things strange.

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 27 days ago

Likely audience: Romance novel readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: This publication mixes literary analysis, short fiction, and flash stories centered on themes like family drama, legal intrigue, and urban life. It serves readers interested in narrative fiction and close readings of…

Likely audience: fiction readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

My current web serial and archived past SciFi books including those under my pen name Oisin Muldowney.

Likely audience: Fantasy novel readers

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