Judy’s Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackMonthly or less · last post 50 days ago

Unexpected takes on the modern world of work. Paul explores our obsession with work and the default path of success and tries to imagine new possibilities for how we can conceive of life, work & what matters.

Likely audience: Independent authors

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

Indie publishing house for MM romance and queer books.

Likely audience: Romance novel readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago

Kim McDougall writes dark and humorous Urban, Epic and Cozy Fantasy from her little farm on the edge of the woods in Quebec, Canada. Kim’s book series include the Valkyrie Bestiary, The Knack, The Fair Folk of Mullarkey…

Likely audience: Book fair attendees

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 18, 2026

A place for all things Karley Brenna! Updates, news, signups, and more.

Likely audience: Romance novel readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: How I Make Money Writing publishes weekly interviews with writers, authors, and editors detailing their specific revenue streams, business models, and financial strategies. The publication targets professionals and…

Likely audience: freelance writers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: This publication features serialized science fiction stories, podcast recaps, and author interviews focused on self-publishing and crowdfunding campaigns. It serves writers and sci-fi fans interested in indie publishing…

Likely audience: Kickstarter backers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: The WriteMentor Newsletter publishes weekly updates on writing workshops, literary awards, and mentorship resources for aspiring and established authors. It consistently features interviews with published writers…

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: The Prose Pros publishes weekly content for writers and industry professionals, featuring agent profiles, query letter critiques, and interviews with authors. The publication covers specific niches including thriller…

Likely audience: Book readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Wolf publishes essays on publishing industry consolidation, higher education, and social media algorithms alongside book promotion updates. The content mixes cultural criticism with industry news and personal essays on…

Likely audience: Fantasy book readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

Learning, Leadership & Talent Development.

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago

Writing for Joy

Likely audience: Fantasy novel readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

Author updates | Indie publishing updates | Life of an author from a wannabe goth

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

Likely audience: Fantasy book readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

Practical advice for writers.

Likely audience: indie authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 10 days ago

Fantasy & Sci-Fi Releases from Michael Angel and Other Authors

Likely audience: Sci-fi and fantasy readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 33 days ago

Likely audience: aspiring authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago

Allison Wade's Newsletter

Likely audience: Fantasy novel readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 29 days ago

My name's Ben Graham. I'm a writer, music journalist, poet, novelist, artist, magician, countercultural historian and metaphysical flaneur. The Urban Spaceman is a journal of my mental and physical wanderings, often…

Likely audience: Book buyers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 4, 2026

Stories. Essays. Poetry. Art.

Likely audience: readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 26 days ago

Musings of a late-blooming, middle-aged writer.

Likely audience: aspiring authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 56 days ago

Ben Spencer writes fantasy fiction. Author of The Prophecy of the Yubriy Tree. Thoughts on the writing life and updates on my epic fantasy series, The Song of the Burning Heart. Free novelette: Last Performance at the…

Likely audience: Fantasy novel readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 46 days ago

Primal Threads: A weekly, apocalyptic dark fantasy, supernatural fiction, and cosmic horror (100-word) short story (drabble) serial novel, published each Friday.

Likely audience: fiction writers

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Substacklast post Aug 12, 2026

Five-minute reads on writing (especially self-publishing) — discipline, doubt, and the work itself. Read it fast. Think about it longer. Free Scene Writing Thesaurus at your fingertips!

Likely audience: aspiring writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: The AnteSocial by eM&M publishes seasonal lifestyle content, food recipes, and community book club selections. It targets readers interested in family traditions, autumn activities, and curated reading lists.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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