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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

Short sometimes lyrical essays of quiet observation.

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

Writer and certified trauma-informed coach with training in somatic therapy, sharing personal essays, poems, and gentle tools focused on childhood trauma, nervous system regulation, and embodied healing.

Likely audience: readers of personal essays

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Substacklast post Aug 6, 2026

Undercraft is a creative practice that invokes waking dreams, one that can be cultivated by writers, filmmakers, artists, musicians, and other creative people, such as scientists and mathematicians.

Likely audience: Poets and writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: The Isolation Journals with Suleika Jaouad publishes poetry, essays, and community-focused journaling content for readers interested in mental health, spiritual wellness, and creative writing.

Likely audience: Poets and writers

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SubstackDaily · last post 4 days ago

REPRESENTATIVE AND LEADER OF EIGHT BILLION HUMAN BEINGS. NATO WHISTLEBLOWER. FORENSIC ACCOUNTANT. CONCERT PEDAL HARPIST. MOTHER. EVE FROM THE GARDEN OF EDEN. GODDESS OF THE NEW WORLD ORDER. GOD IN HUMAN FLESH, etc…

Likely audience: email users

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

Unfiltered thoughts, stories, and moments.

Likely audience: young adults

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

On wriggling through a creative life—with lessons and insights from novelists, painters, poets, filmmakers, and musicians delivered to your inbox every other Tuesday. From the author of Daily Rituals: How Artists Work.

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: The Late Plate publishes weekly essays and recipes focused on motherhood, breastfeeding support, and cooking for parents. It is a personal resource for new mothers navigating the challenges of balancing childcare with…

Likely audience: new parents

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago

reflections and personal guides from the pov of someone in her twenties

Likely audience: Young adults entering their twenties

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Alphabet Soup publishes essays, short stories, and poetry addressing mental health, social media dynamics, Israeli politics, and literature. The publication currently features content on the October 7 attacks, the…

Likely audience: writers and poets

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Image Pilgrimage w/ Scott Erickson publishes personal essays and creative reflections on spirituality, mental health, and art, targeting readers interested in self-discovery and mindfulness. The publication mixes…

Likely audience: spiritual seekers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago

Meditations on Exiting the Matrix, Being an Artist, and Awakening to Your Nature

Likely audience: content creators

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 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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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: ⁂ the utter publishes personal essays, journal entries, and creative reflections on mental health, identity, and the writing process. The publication targets writers and readers interested in introspective content…

Likely audience: writers and creative professionals

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: Mind, Body, Spirit, Food publishes a mix of personal essays on mental health and mindfulness, practical recipes, and interviews with spiritual practitioners like Feng Shui masters. The publication targets readers…

Likely audience: Wellness enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 25 days ago

From recent posts: Olivia's Substack publishes weekly personal essays, book recommendations, and lifestyle lists covering topics like home design, cooking, and travel disruptions. The publication targets readers interested in the author's…

Likely audience: Authors and writers

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Substacklast post May 30, 2026

From recent posts: The Alipore Post publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, poetry, and literary reflections on themes like nature, digital wellness, and artistic residencies. It serves readers seeking introspective content and…

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: It's Not Too Late is a personal newsletter by Jen that blends creative writing, book reviews, and recipes with reflections on mental health, climate anxiety, and civic engagement. The publication mixes personal essays…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

an exploration and celebration of what it means to be human.

Likely audience: writers and content creators

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: Open Secrets Magazine publishes first-person narratives, interviews, and essays on mental health, trauma, poverty, and personal relationships. The publication targets readers seeking in-depth stories on domestic abuse…

Likely audience: Personal essay readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: From Somewhere with Anna Sale publishes interviews with poets, environmentalists, and comedians alongside profiles of people working on land and nature. The publication mixes essays, profiles, and listener feedback to…

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 55 days ago

أنهكه التَّعبُ و نال منه الإعياء فخارت قواه

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

Since 2011, Wayfarer Magazine has been offering literature, interviews, and art with the intention to inspire our readers and highlight the power for agency and change-making that each individual holds.

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

Theology, poetry, reflections, and restful meditations from a Black man in process

Likely audience: readers of personal essays

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