Distracted by Pretty Things alternatives: newsletters like it

Substacklast post Jul 31, 2026

redescobrindo o gosto e o sabor da festa

Likely audience: writers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: Mark Crutchfield publishes short, sensual poetry and prose focused on romantic intimacy, seasonal themes, and longing under the Velvet and Verse imprint. The newsletter mixes literary pieces with subscription offers and…

Likely audience: poetry readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Love Anyway publishes personal essays, memoir promotion, and cultural commentary by author Sarah Hepola, covering topics like dating, grief, music, and 1970s history. It also advertises paid writing workshops and a free…

Likely audience: memoir readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

My personal Substack

Likely audience: Fashion enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

Comics pulled kicking and screaming from a designer's head

Likely audience: newsletter subscribers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

A woman with ideas

Likely audience: Readers interested in personal essays

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

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

Likely audience: personal essay readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

be life-long learner and creator in web3

Likely audience: Chinese newsletter readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

For the latest news on Donald J Trump, MAGA, and conservative fans and influencers. Make America Great Again! (Unofficial fan-stack)

Likely audience: Republican voters

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: Writers' Hour Magazine publishes weekly writing prompts, contest announcements, and workshop schedules for writers seeking creative exercises and community events. The publication focuses on observation writing and…

Likely audience: Aspiring writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Coffee + Crumbs is a motherhood-focused publication that publishes memoirs, book club guides, poetry, and photo essays. It serves as a digital community hub for mothers, focusing on personal growth and local connection.

Likely audience: parents

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

A newsletter of essays, poems, paintings and thought-wanderings from the musical and spiritual wells I draw from in my creative process.

Likely audience: Substack subscribers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Leer por leer is a Spanish-language personal essay newsletter by Amaya Ascunce that explores themes of mental health, family dynamics, and cultural reflection. The publication mixes short-form essays on topics ranging…

Likely audience: parents

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post yesterday

How we work as creatives. Intimate conversation, expert interviews, and limited print releases. Authored by a serial entrepreneur & sustainable fashion veteran.

Likely audience: fashion enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

Helping couples talk about money.

Likely audience: Women over 30 with family history of breast cancer

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 25 days ago

Ensayos, relatos y más autoficción de la que me gustaría.

Likely audience: readers of personal essays

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 17 days ago

From recent posts: A Considered Space publishes a rotating mix of architectural reviews, travel guides, interior design curation, and personal essays on relationships and relocation. The content targets readers interested in London…

Likely audience: Fashion and lifestyle readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 42 days ago

Musings on the intersections of running, poetry, love, work, and travel.

Likely audience: creative writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

Some things can't be unseen.

Likely audience: newsletter readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: Dharma Lab publishes podcast episodes and articles on neuroscience, mindfulness, and mental health led by Dr. Richard J. Davidson and Dr. Cortland Dahl, targeting readers interested in the science of gratitude…

Likely audience: Mindfulness practitioners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 33 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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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: This publication features detailed Italian recipes and technique guides focused on vegetables, baking, and antipasto, occasionally including interviews with Chef Luke Palladino. It serves home cooks seeking specific…

Likely audience: Home cooks interested in Italian cuisine

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 29 days ago

From recent posts: This publication mixes personal essays, book reviews, and cultural travelogues with non-fiction narratives on history and trauma. It targets readers interested in literature, design, and personal storytelling.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

Trying to figure out ... how to have fun in the apocalypse. Monthly essays and mini-projects.

Likely audience: readers interested in personal essays

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