holytragedy alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as holytragedy (creative writing process, writer's block and literary history). The closest matches are The Art of Noticing, Classic Literature and MOON LISTS. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 13, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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    The Art of Noticing464K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: The Art of Noticing publishes monthly essays, community engagement prompts, and cultural observations focused on mindfulness, literature, and creative writing. It targets writers, educators, and culture enthusiasts…

    Likely audience: community members

    1 shared topic

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    Classic Literature71K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

    For the love of classic books.

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    MOON LISTS37K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: MOON LISTS publishes curated cultural content including reflective prompts, food reviews, fashion inspiration, and book-related guides. The publication targets readers interested in analog living, mindfulness, and deep…

    Likely audience: writers and poets

    1 shared topic

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    Holistic Farming30K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Holistic Farming publishes essays and monographs on botany, ecology, and plant science, often bridging traditional knowledge with ecological study. Content ranges from children's nature books and field identification…

    Likely audience: children's book readers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 34 days ago

    Uma adulta pensando demais sobre a vida e aprendendo a crescer sem manual.

    Likely audience: writers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: Read the Classics with Henry Eliot publishes monthly read-alongs of classic literature such as Marcel Proust, Lafcadio Hearn, and Jonathan Swift, alongside biographical sketches and literary analysis. The publication…

    Likely audience: classics readers

    1 shared topic

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    Robertas Petrauskas15K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 39 days ago

    From recent posts: Robertas Petrauskas publishes a mix of personal essays, music production updates, and literary reflections on ethics and philosophy. The content shifts between his own health challenges, vocal performance struggles, and…

    Likely audience: Substack readers

    1 shared topic

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    Popular14K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

    Popular is a twice-weekly newsletter on creativity, process, research, and making something of your own.

    Likely audience: writers

    1 shared topic

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    George's Creator Club13K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

    Tools, strategies, products and courses for creators building online businesses and sustainable newsletters.

    Likely audience: Freelance writers

    1 shared topic

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    The New Renaissance11K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 41 days ago

    From recent posts: The New Renaissance publishes academic essays and course materials on literary history, specifically focusing on Romantic poetry, Black literature, and the intersection of Tarot symbolism with creative works. The…

    Likely audience: Literature students

    1 shared topic

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    CURIOSITY10K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

    CURIOSITY offers an escape from the daily grind. It's a place to share questions and conversations with like-minded souls. It delivers a dose of brainfood to ease your insatiable thirst for knowledge.

    Likely audience: educators

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: The Cambridge Ladies' Dining Society publishes literary criticism, book reviews, and cultural features centered on British literature, Cambridge University history, and the Bloomsbury Group. Its audience consists of…

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Yasmin8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 14, 2026

    The good and the beautiful

    Likely audience: creative professionals

    1 shared topic

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    Histories6K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    The Literary Obsessive; where conversation runs wild.

    Likely audience: writers and authors

    1 shared topic

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    The Creative Life4K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: The Creative Life publishes first-person essays on the artistic process, creative struggle, and the intersection of technology and human expression. The publication targets artists and creators seeking to document the…

    Likely audience: writers

    1 shared topic

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    what now?4K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: What Now? publishes weekly creative writing prompts accompanied by personal essays on topics ranging from hobby management to social etiquette. The publication targets writers seeking inspiration for short stories and…

    Likely audience: Content creators

    1 shared topic

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    ashortstorylong4K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    Longer short stories, published biweekly

    Likely audience: Literary fiction readers

    1 shared topic

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    Wannabe Wisdom3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: Wannabe Wisdom publishes a mix of literary essays, interviews on family estrangement and prison memoirs, and discussions on creative process and yoga. The publication targets writers and readers interested in mental…

    Likely audience: Writers and authors

    1 shared topic

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    cjcooke3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

    The Gothic Cabinet by CJ Cooke is about dark folklore, haunted families, and unforgettable women.

    Likely audience: Social justice advocates

    1 shared topic

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    A Sense of Wander3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 39 days ago

    From recent posts: A Sense of Wander publishes essays on writing process, solitude, travel philosophy, and cultural observation. The publication targets writers and travelers seeking depth over quantity, featuring personal reflections and…

    Likely audience: writers and authors

    1 shared topic

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    Ghost Stories3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 25 days ago

    From recent posts: Ghost Stories publishes literary criticism, biographical essays, and educational debates on classic American authors like Shirley Jackson and Mark Twain, alongside industry reflections on AI and publishing trends. The…

    Likely audience: Literary scholars

    1 shared topic

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    I'M SO GLAD YOU ASKED3K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: I'M SO GLAD YOU ASKED publishes personal memoirs, author interviews, and writing craft essays focused on faith, creativity, and life history. The publication features long-form reflective pieces on topics ranging from…

    Likely audience: Literary enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Pony Express3K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 20 days ago

    From recent posts: Pony Express publishes personal essays and reflective narratives covering topics like creative writing, spirituality, career transitions, and nostalgia. The publication targets readers interested in introspection…

    Likely audience: Aspiring writers

    1 shared topic

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