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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

CRAFT TALK is a weekly newsletter about writing, creativity and productivity from author Jami Attenberg. This is also the home of #1000wordsofsummer, where, once a year, we write 1000 words a day together for two weeks…

Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 58 days ago

A space where I write to notice, reflect, and make sense of the world in fragments

Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

A newsletter and podcast (and support group!) for scrappy writers looking for no-bullsh*t guidance on book writing, publishing, the multi-passionate writer's life, and landing your next (or first) big byline.

Likely audience: Content creators

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago

From recent posts: Write Like An Outsider publishes author interviews and coaching profiles focused on memoir writing, trauma recovery, and travel narratives for writers seeking publication and community.

Likely audience: memoir authors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

From recent posts: Campside Media - Inside the Tent publishes a podcast series featuring interviews with journalists and authors on topics like fiction writing, memoir, investigative reporting, and true crime. The content targets writers…

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 57 days ago

Compelling short fiction that entertains.

Likely audience: fiction writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

A gay-owned, authentically queer editorial publication celebrating LGBTQ+ culture, entertainment, and creative work.

Likely audience: queer individuals

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Postcards by Hasif publishes essays on mental health, identity, and personal growth, featuring original articles alongside subscriber stories and expert interviews. The publication targets readers navigating existential…

Likely audience: writers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 35 days ago

#1 NYT best-selling author of The Familiar, Ninth House, Shadow & Bone, Six of Crows, The Invisible Parade, and suchlike🌙

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Meredith publishes a mix of personal essays and reflective articles on mental health, neurodiversity, and social psychology for an audience interested in self-discovery and cultural critique. Content frequently…

Likely audience: self-help readers

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Substacklast post May 18, 2026

From recent posts: Charli's Substack publishes first-person essays on music production, celebrity lifestyle, and cultural critique. The content focuses on the intersection of high and low culture, creative burnout, and the realities of…

Likely audience: Pop culture enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

A place for the outlaws of poetry and the written word.

Likely audience: Music fans

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Five Things I've Learned publishes weekly cultural updates, writing workshops, and on-demand classes for writers and literary enthusiasts. The publication mixes live author sessions, literary news, and promotional…

Likely audience: writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 28 days ago

A publication that examines how identity, relationships, culture, and the nuances of life intersect.

Likely audience: horror movie enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

Jack Raines' essays on all things behavioral finance, markets, work, and life.

Likely audience: writers and authors

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SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

My personal Substack

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: David Perell's How I Write publishes weekly interviews with bestselling authors, screenwriters, and literary figures discussing their specific writing processes, craft techniques, and the intersection of technology and…

Likely audience: writers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 53 days ago

writing toward aliveness

Likely audience: Content creators

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

Four verticals edited by Sari Botton: MEMOIR MONDAY, collab w/ Granta, Narratively, The Rumpus, Orion, The Walrus, Electric Lit, LitHub, Oldster; FIRST PERSON SINGULAR original essays; THE LIT LAB interviews + craft…

Likely audience: Comedy fans

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 3 days ago

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

Likely audience: Young adults entering their twenties

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: The Tidy Times publishes a mix of podcast interviews on writing, parenting, and productivity alongside curated gift guides and lifestyle articles. Its audience includes parents, writers, and individuals seeking…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: This publication profiles Nigerian and African-American artists, directors, and industry figures through biographical essays and in-depth interviews. It covers topics ranging from music video direction and artist…

Likely audience: Music industry professionals

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: This publication offers practical guides for aspiring novelists on craft, including narrative pacing, query letter strategies, and manuscript formatting. It targets writers seeking actionable advice on story development…

Likely audience: Literary agents

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Incidental Comics publishes illustrated verse novels, graphic memoirs, and essays on artistic anxiety and creative process for writers, parents, and artists. The publication mixes book design features, personal…

Likely audience: Authors and illustrators

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