The Golden Thread alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as The Golden Thread (creative writing, personal essay and literary fiction). The closest matches are Il mondo del Commissario e la Dottoressa, PhillyChapbookReview.org Updates and UX Psychology. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 38 days ago

    Indagini, segreti e relazioni pericolose. Iscriviti per entrare nel mondo dei miei libri, tra casi da risolvere e storie da vivere — e ricevi il racconto gratuito "Il terzo incomodo".

    Likely audience: Italian readers interested in fiction

    3 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    The source for updates from PhillyChapbookReview.org, including journal and blog content updates. Also contains sections about writing and publishing.

    Likely audience: Literary writers

    3 shared topics

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    UX Psychology28K subscribers

    Substacklast post Aug 10, 2026

    From recent posts: UX Psychology publishes research on cognitive psychology, user behavior, and the intersection of AI with human decision-making. The publication targets UX researchers and product leaders, covering topics such as…

    Likely audience: Product managers

    2 shared topics

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    Writers' Hour Magazine24K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 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

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: Beyond with Jane Ratcliffe publishes a rotating mix of creative writing craft tutorials, author interviews, and personal essays on themes like female safety and literary pedagogy. The publication targets writers and…

    Likely audience: Aspiring writers

    2 shared topics

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    Short Story15K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

    Author Payout = $100 + 50% of subscription revenue. No Fee to Apply. Readers get one quality story a month and support artists with their contributions.

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Mexabismo7K subscribers

    Substacklast post Jul 9, 2026

    ​Catálogo abierto de lo que pasa por mi cabeza (y por las calles de mi país)

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 12 days ago

    Likely audience: readers

    2 shared topics

  9. 9
    Naive Weekly5K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 27 days ago

    A Sunday email with links to the quiet, odd and poetic web.

    Likely audience: Open source contributors

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: The Sunday Morning Transport publishes weekly issues of science fiction, fantasy, and horror short stories by contributors such as E.C. Myers, Emma Osborne, and Betsy Aoki. The publication relies on reader subscriptions…

    Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers

    2 shared topics

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    Zona Motel3K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: Zona Motel publishes a rotating mix of literary criticism, book reviews, author interviews, and cultural essays focused on contemporary literature and publishing industry topics. The publication targets readers…

    Likely audience: Social justice advocates

    2 shared topics

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    bndlstudios3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

    Write This Way: Practical Tips and Inspirational Stories Designed to Elevate Your Writing Craft and Ignite Your Creativity. If you're not currently subscribed, take a moment to explore our latest articles available for…

    Likely audience: creative writing instructors

    2 shared topics

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    The Cartelier3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago

    From recent posts: The Cartelier publishes a mix of personal essays, interviews with designers and illustrators, and lifestyle features centered on creative writing, interior design, and the book industry. The publication serves an…

    Likely audience: creative writers

    2 shared topics

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    Top In Fiction2K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 27 days ago

    From recent posts: Top In Fiction publishes micro and short fiction, poetry, and serial chapters across horror, literary fiction, fantasy, and mystery, alongside writing contests and monthly literary roundups. It also runs community…

    Likely audience: paid newsletter subscribers

    2 shared topics

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    Wildwood Writer2K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: Wildwood Writer publishes literary fiction and personal essays focusing on themes like personal transformation, injury recovery, and physical healing. The publication targets readers interested in intimate narratives…

    Likely audience: Substack subscribers

    2 shared topics

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    alliemichellel2K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

    Welcome! I'm glad you're here. I'm a spoken word artist and 3x best-selling author of three poetry collections. I recently released my debut fantasy novel. I'm here to make your life easier by sharing tips and tricks on…

    Likely audience: fiction readers

    2 shared topics

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    The Guelph Poet2K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 41 days ago

    Likely audience: writers

    2 shared topics

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    Emily Writes Back1K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: Emily Writes Back publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, poetry, and literary culture lists by Emily Sanders Hopkins. The newsletter covers themes ranging from the writer's life and creative processes to fashion…

    Likely audience: writers and creative professionals

    2 shared topics

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    Alexander Adams1K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 8, 2026

    Likely audience: Literary fiction readers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 31 days ago

    A collection of writing prompts, ideas and inspiration following the seasons, month by month. Written by Gemma Seltzer.

    Likely audience: Creative writers

    2 shared topics

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    timothydemoss1K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 21, 2026

    mostly books these days | film | music | art | and capri suns

    Likely audience: book lovers

    2 shared topics

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    GhostWeekly · last post 27 days ago

    111 Words a Day (or almost every day)

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    Fiction is Culture. Underground lit, aboveground editing autopsies, and craft pathology from the “Official Unofficial Editor” of Substack’s Fiction tab.

    Likely audience: aspiring novelists

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    We are a community of writers, run by writers seeking to develop the quality of their work and create exciting new platforms for the short story form. Founded by Cathy Galvin

    Likely audience: Fiction writers

    2 shared topics

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