Believer alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Believer (personal memoir, friendship and literature). The closest matches are From the Hardt, Serious Literary Author and The Commonplace. 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

About Believer

Jenn Morson is a writer and investigative journalist. Her reporting has focused on the clergy abuse crisis, specifically on issues present at her alma mater, Franciscan University. She also writes about other topics…

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    From the Hardt63K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Book news, sales, and fun from #1 New York Times and #1 USA Today bestselling author Helen Hardt!

    Likely audience: book lovers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

    An unprecedented insight into the life of an SLA.

    Likely audience: aspiring writers

    2 shared topics

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    The Commonplace40K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: The Commonplace publishes a recurring "5 Quick Things" series alongside longer essays, covering personal reflections on writing, reading, and family life, as well as interviews on literary and historical topics. It is…

    Likely audience: travel enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    dawestheband38K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 25 days ago

    Join this community where we will share new songs, old demos, live performances, contemplations, declarations and explanations

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    2 shared topics

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    nekocase35K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 48 days ago

    Who are Nature?

    Likely audience: animal lovers

    2 shared topics

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    Visual Growth13K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 54 days ago

    Visually documenting my journey as a creative entrepreneur.

    Likely audience: travel enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Gift Guide12K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    I write gift guides for people who read books. I link to all sorts of things.

    Likely audience: Fashion enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Letter from Berlin12K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication mixes personal essays, book reviews, and cultural travelogues with non-fiction narratives on history and trauma. It targets readers interested in literature, design, and personal storytelling.

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 19 days ago

    From recent posts: Poetika by Sepin Sinanlıoğlu publishes personal memoirs, philosophical essays, and literary criticism in Turkish and English. The publication covers topics ranging from linguistics and etymology to human relationships…

    Likely audience: History enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: The Mountains are Calling publishes reflective personal essays on hiking, wilderness solitude, and alpine life, targeting readers interested in outdoor memoirs and mental health. The publication mixes solo adventure…

    Likely audience: outdoor enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 24 days ago

    From recent posts: Meghan O'Rourke's Substack publishes a mix of personal essays, memoir reflections, and craft discussions focused on literary structure and creative writing. The content targets writers and readers interested in…

    Likely audience: Writers and authors

    2 shared topics

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    Theodor Holman3K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication mixes short stories, essays, and columns from Dutch writers like Theodor Holman, Theodor Laat, and Theodor van Dijk, covering themes such as mortality, family dynamics, and societal decay. It targets…

    Likely audience: literary enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    georgemahood3K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    Join me for tales of travel, adventure and the quirks and wonders of everyday life.

    Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Substacklast post Jun 9, 2026

    From recent posts: FIELD NOTES from Alexander C. Kaufman publishes a mix of personal memoirs and hard science reporting on nuclear energy, fusion, and geoengineering. The publication targets readers interested in the intersection of…

    Likely audience: People who have experienced deep, lifelong friendships

    2 shared topics

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    Camilla Grudova2K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Camilla Grudova publishes a series of personal essays blending classical music reviews, literary criticism, and reflections on mental health and art. The content frequently mixes cultural critiques, film reviews, and…

    Likely audience: Classical music enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Wander, Wonder, Write1K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    Likely audience: readers

    2 shared topics

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    Emily Writes Back1K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 8 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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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

    Likely audience: authors

    2 shared topics

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    pursebook1K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 26, 2026

    rude reviews of slim volumes

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    📚 Conectando quem leva literatura a sério, quem lê por prazer, e todo mundo que já teve a vida mudada por um livro.

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

    Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    Finding a gentle faith post-evangelicalism. Always human-written.

    Likely audience: Food enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago

    Curiosity about daily life and food and culture at home and elsewhere

    Likely audience: writers and poets

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    My writing and images, and Meg's art - intersections of time, place and perception. You will find ecopoetry and prose, art, photography, and travel. Some is from my past, and some so new the ink and paint are still wet…

    Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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