Earl's Substack alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Earl's Substack (poetry, personal memoir and family relationships). The closest matches are Shenny, a little laugh and Life's Toolbox. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 14, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
About Earl's Substack
Diaristic tendencies of an untethered mind.
- poetry
- personal memoir
- family relationships
- stepfather conflict
- 1
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 37 days ago
A free newsletter for fans of queer thinking, personal narrative, and TV screenshots.
Likely audience: Writers and poets
3 shared topics
- 2
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 18 days ago
a little laugh is a weekly dose of humor in a sea (inbox) of darkness
Likely audience: mothers
3 shared topics
- 3Life's Toolbox9K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago
From recent posts: Life's Toolbox publishes a rotating mix of personal memoirs, family anecdotes, and home gardening guides focused on grief, community, and resilience. The publication targets readers seeking intimate reflections on daily…
Likely audience: People grieving recent losses
2 shared topics
- 4Meghan O'Rourke's Substack4K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 26 days ago
From recent posts: Meghan O'Rourke's Substack publishes a mix of personal essays, memoir reflections, and craft discussions focused on literary structure and creative writing. The content targets writers and readers interested in…
Likely audience: Writers and authors
2 shared topics
- 5ainesj1K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago
Making my daydreams into literature.
Likely audience: individuals experiencing grief
2 shared topics
- 6The Poetry Coach with Kelly Grace Thomas1K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 16 days ago
MFA-level guidance to rapidly improve craft, create intentional habits, and finally write the poems only you can write.
Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts
2 shared topics
- 7
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago
Transformative Healing Arts
Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts
2 shared topics
- 8
SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago
Author of THE GHOST LAKE (memoir), BLACKBIRD SINGING AT DUSK (poetry). Fellow of the Folger Shakespeare Library. DYCP recipient. Northern type.
Likely audience: Workshop attendees
2 shared topics
- 9
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago
Book clubs, travel, and what I'm reading — from the owner of Meander Bookshop, Paducah Kentucky's newest independent bookstore.
Likely audience: book lovers
2 shared topics
- 10
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 49 days ago
Likely audience: readers of personal essays
2 shared topics
- 11
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago
Not All Those Who Wander Are Lost!
Likely audience: readers of personal essays
2 shared topics
- 12
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 53 days ago
From recent posts: This publication features personal essays and memoirs exploring themes of mental health, loneliness, and family relationships. It targets readers interested in reflective narratives about human experience and…
Likely audience: Adults reflecting on family history
2 shared topics
- 13
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 58 days ago
Likely audience: readers of personal essays
2 shared topics
- 14
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 31 days ago
Likely audience: readers of personal memoirs
2 shared topics
- 15The Isolation Journals with Suleika Jaouad200K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago
From recent posts: The Isolation Journals with Suleika Jaouad publishes personal essays, poetry, and artist interviews focused on life during and after illness. Recent issues feature a poet reflecting on pandemic experiences and leukemia…
Likely audience: Art enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 16Katie Couric170K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago
From recent posts: Katie Couric's publication mixes personal lifestyle recommendations on fashion, home decor, and beauty with in-depth interviews on politics, memoirs, and public figures. It serves as a hybrid platform for consumer…
Likely audience: Home cooks
1 shared topic
- 17Dead Poets Daily146K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago
No commentary, no ads, just poetry from the greats.
Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 18Poetry Unbound133K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago
Open your world with poetry
Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 19الأدب والفن133K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 52 days ago
وإن مضيت فقولي لم يكن بطلاً، وكان طفلي ومحبوبي وقيثاري — ادب سعودي
Likely audience: Arabic literature enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 20The Writer's Almanac with Garrison Keillor84K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago
A celebration of poetry and historical interest pieces
Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 21Good Food Jobs84K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago
Satisfying the hunger for meaningful work since 2010, GFJ is more than a job board: we are a community, and a bridge toward futures full of possibility. Our weekly newsletter feeds the soul, connecting you to inspiring…
Likely audience: Social justice advocates
1 shared topic
- 22Bonner Private Research72K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday
From recent posts: Bonner Private Research publishes a mix of personal memoirs on historical events and analytical essays on fiscal policy and political polarization. The newsletter targets readers interested in the intersection of…
Likely audience: history enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 23A History of Mankind59K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago
The entire history of mankind, in regular installments. Not just European stuff, but the history of all mankind, from the Americas to Sub-Saharan Africa & Oceania
Likely audience: History enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 24David Whyte44K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago
From recent posts: David Whyte publishes poetry, personal essays, and announcements for webinars and live literary events. The content centers on Irish poetry, emotional reflection, and mortality for readers interested in contemplative…
Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts
1 shared topic
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