Eric Smith's Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

Jennifer Welch & Angie “Pumps” Sullivan are back and they’ve HAD it. The premium hub for the "I've Had It" podcast, including spicy takes and rants you won't get anywhere else. Welcome to the cult.

Likely audience: Political activists

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 45 days ago

Previsões para o presente

Likely audience: Marketing professionals

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

Serialized survival fiction from USA Today bestselling author A. R. Shaw, featuring The August Orchard.

Likely audience: Book readers

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Substacklast post Jun 1, 2026

From recent posts: Looking at Picture Books publishes curated lists, essays, and award announcements focused on children's literature and picture book illustration. The publication currently operates with a temporary hiatus and directs…

Likely audience: Children's book authors and illustrators

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

I write about books, authors, and literary culture. Formerly a book critic at The Washington Post.

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 51 days ago

From recent posts: Kristin's Substack publishes book launch announcements, tour schedules, and promotional details for contemporary romance and literary fiction. The content is primarily directed at readers and authors seeking information…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: The Seedling publishes personal essays, live video interviews, and lifestyle lists focused on gardening, cooking, and floral culture. It serves readers interested in the intersection of horticulture, wellness, and pop…

Likely audience: Television viewers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Them Before Us publishes opinion pieces, personal narratives, and research critiques focused on children's rights, family law, and reproductive ethics. The publication advocates for traditional family structures and…

Likely audience: parents

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

Book recs, book adaptation news, and exploring all things bookish culture. By Becca Freeman, Co-Host of Bad on Paper Podcast and author of BACK WHERE WE STARTED (out 10/13) and THE CHRISTMAS ORPHANS CLUB.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

Curated Children's Book Lists, Children's Book Reviews, Educational and Lifestyle Resources for Educators and Parents

Likely audience: Librarians

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 26 days ago

From recent posts: How To Be A Dog publishes a rotating mix of personal essays on philosophy, grief, and parenting alongside promotional content for its author's children's books and community events. The publication targets readers…

Likely audience: philosophy enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 20 days ago

From recent posts: Notes on Shapeshifting publishes poetry, philosophy, mental health essays, and book reviews in a mixed format of long-form articles and decorative emoji messages. The publication targets readers interested in…

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

Likely audience: Political activists

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 22 days ago

From recent posts: Catching Shower Flowers by Tess Guinery is a subscription-based newsletter focused on personal faith, mental health, and the author's creative process. It publishes a mix of personal essays, art exhibition…

Likely audience: Paid newsletter subscribers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Thyme, Place & Story publishes weekly book club read-alongs for Susan Albert's historical mystery series alongside seasonal essays on herbalism and culinary history. The publication targets readers interested in slow…

Likely audience: Book club members

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 17 days ago

This is My Literary Life—where I share stories on teaching, writing, and parenting. Free subscribers get a taste, paid members unlock the archive, sneak peeks, and creative resources.

Likely audience: literary agents

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Substacklast post Jun 19, 2026

From recent posts: The Thousand Good Books Project publishes episodic segments promoting free audio channels of classic children's literature, paired with content advisories on challenging themes and outdated cultural depictions. The…

Likely audience: audiobook listeners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

Blue Ear Books publishes selected new and reprinted nonfiction books of particular global or topical interest, including personal accounts by American military veterans. Subscribe to our Substack newsletter for excerpts…

Likely audience: Humanitarian workers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago

Updates on news and events at Euroworld - Euro Pizza, Restaurant Europa, Eurosoft and Benelux Bar.

Likely audience: Food enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 35 days ago

Books and reading for kids of all ages.

Likely audience: Authors and illustrators

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 49 days ago

From the Desk of Mac Barnett

Likely audience: Parents of young children

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: Steinbergdrawscartoons publishes a collection of cartoons and promotional posts for children's literature authors, targeting readers interested in picture books and cartoon art.

Likely audience: parents of elementary school children

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 9 days ago

Arriving on the night of the full moon, this monthly newsletter brings you the latest news and musings on our nearest celestial neighbor.

Likely audience: AI researchers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: With Love from London publishes a mix of personal updates, book promotions, and reading lists from the perspective of an author living in London. The publication focuses on literary news, gardening, and the author's…

Likely audience: Authors and writers

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