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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 30 days ago

From recent posts: Books & Banter publishes book reviews, author interviews, and personal reading reflections covering horror, speculative fiction, and literary criticism. The publication mixes these formats and targets readers interested…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 14 days ago

love, meaning, fiction, death, machines, and more.

Likely audience: Fiction readers interested in horror and psychological thrillers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

Exploring writing and creativity through an atypical lens.

Likely audience: horror fiction readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

It's always Halloween here. I'll send you weekly spooky fiction (short enough to read in a few minutes), plus occasional horror writing tips and essays about the uncanny, all sprinkled with a twist of dry British humour.

Likely audience: Horror fiction readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

Independent indie publisher of science fiction stories with something to say. Check out our weekly newsletter to follow our startup journey and launch of our debut title, Future Britains, as well as our regular Substack…

Likely audience: speculative fiction readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post Aug 30, 2026

Online press for short noir, crime, and hardboiled fiction. Occasionally non-gritty.

Likely audience: fiction writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 26 days ago

Lunaediesophobia (Loo-Nay-Die-So-Fo-Bee-A) - an abnormal fear or hatred for Monday. Fear not, you found the antidote. The best of horror can be found here, celebrated by it's community. Recommendations, discussions…

Likely audience: horror fiction readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

From recent posts: Dren Production's Newsletter publishes Kickstarter campaign announcements, Dungeons & Dragons monster and adventure content, and comic book event updates. It serves as a direct channel for the publisher's tabletop RPG…

Likely audience: Kickstarter backers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago

From recent posts: The Marissa Meyer Newsletter publishes book release announcements, tour schedules, and promotional updates for her romantasy and thriller novels. It serves primarily as a direct communication channel for her fanbase…

Likely audience: Book collectors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

Curated literary conversations through the discerning eye of the "Lit Girl."

Likely audience: New Yorkers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: The Art of Flash Fiction publishes critiques, writing prompts, and analyses of short stories for an audience of creative writers and literary enthusiasts. It regularly features workshops, retreats, and deep dives into…

Likely audience: Flash fiction writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

I am an author advocate, publisher of She Writes Press, co-founder of Memoir Nation, book industry insider, and champion to writers who show up to the page because they must.

Likely audience: Authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 26 days ago

WELCOME TO MY NEWSLETTER. Bonus scenes can be found on my Patreon.

Likely audience: Romance novel readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 38 days ago

We make comic books so you don't have to.

Likely audience: Comic book collectors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago

A Million Little Delights is a monthly magazine, book club, and creative community for the modern Renaissance woman. Here, we slow down, gather often, read deeply, make things by hand, and romanticize the ordinary. Pull…

Likely audience: Creative writers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: The Everygirl Book Club publishes a weekly bookish newsletter covering new releases across fantasy, romance, and horror, alongside author updates, TV adaptations, and book club events. Content mixes genre…

Likely audience: Book club members

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

Gay MM romance fiction, delivered "straight" to your inbox.

Likely audience: Horror fiction readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 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

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 4, 2026

From recent posts: Future in Bloom publishes podcast episodes featuring interviews with climate scientists, policy leaders, and investors on topics ranging from renewable energy economics to supply chain visibility. The content targets…

Likely audience: Environmental advocates

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SubstackWeekly · last post 16 days ago

From recent posts: The Black List publishes interviews with filmmakers and writers, full-length fiction excerpts, and monthly script coverage features. The publication targets screenwriters, directors, and industry professionals seeking…

Likely audience: screenwriters

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Language Arts publishes literary criticism, curated reading lists, and interviews covering subgenres like Weird Girl Lit, disability representation in romance, and traditional writing forms. The publication also…

Likely audience: Literary readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

Read porn with a plotline. Erotic stories based on our own best experiences. Smart, sophisticated smut for the discerning reader.

Likely audience: readers interested in erotic literature

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

Working writers working with you

Likely audience: poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

The circus is here, and you forgot to lock your door: M.P. Fitzgerald writes dark-humored sci-fi for dream criminals.

Likely audience: Sci-fi and flash fiction readers

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