J. J. Fernández alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

A new list of book recommendations or reading how to/guide every Sunday

Likely audience: Book lovers

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beehiivSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

Join 60,000+ readers and book clubbers discovering exceptional new releases.

Likely audience: Book club members

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago

Exclusive fiction too out-there for prime time, by the author of Fight Club. Writing lessons. Lurid back story.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

I'm an editor who helps novelists through courses and coaching.

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Emmareadstoomuch publishes weekly lists of book reviews, reading habits, and niche literary recommendations for avid readers seeking curated fiction. The publication mixes personal essays on reading strategies with…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 58 days ago

From recent posts: Kristin's Substack publishes book launch announcements, tour schedules, and promotional details for contemporary romance and literary fiction. The content is primarily directed at readers and authors seeking information…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

Friends & Fiction is a podcast, web show, and online community created by bestselling authors Mary Kay Andrews, Kristin Harmel, Kristy Woodson Harvey & Patti Callahan Henry. Meet our author guests for discussions about…

Likely audience: Authors and writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

unapologetically intellectual, infectiously enthusiastic and painfully sincere (but: funny). expect: considered positions, close readings, heartfelt recommendations and unstoppable blurtings-out of ideas as they come to…

Likely audience: Book lovers and readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Gratitude Practice publishes personal essays, book recommendations, and author announcements focused on literature, travel, and parenting. The publication features a mix of formats including reading roundups, travel…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

A Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling novelist, working in the open. The making of the books, the parts that got cut, and the things writers aren't supposed to say.

Likely audience: fiction writers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 21, 2026

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

Likely audience: book lovers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 3 days ago

Expert advice and recipes on gluten free baking, wholefood cooking, nutrition and wellbeing.

Likely audience: Romance novel readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

Backstage pass with Grammy Award-winning musician, author, and artist—news & updates, short essay, analysis, and general word-wrangling.

Likely audience: Book publishers and agents

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 31 days ago

My name's Ben Graham. I'm a writer, music journalist, poet, novelist, artist, magician, countercultural historian and metaphysical flaneur. The Urban Spaceman is a journal of my mental and physical wanderings, often…

Likely audience: Book buyers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 10 days ago

Musings of author Grant Wamack

Likely audience: Independent authors

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: The newsletter mixes pop culture and political news aggregation with personal essays, book club picks, journaling prompts, and party-planning ideas. It targets readers interested in a blend of current events, literary…

Likely audience: book club members

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 47 days ago

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

A place to explore the way the short story works.

Likely audience: literary fiction readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

Get custom book recommendations that are based on YOUR tastes. Take the assessment at ReadYourColor.com.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago

stuff & also things

Likely audience: Book readers

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Substacklast post Jun 28, 2026

From recent posts: Words That Matter publishes weekly curated reading lists and essays from guest curators covering technology, literature, art, and cultural criticism. The publication mixes short-form lists with deep-dive features and…

Likely audience: Cultural critics

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: Emily's Grocery List publishes book promotion announcements, film casting news, and holiday merchandise giveaways. The publication targets readers of romance fiction and fans of Emily Henry's work.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

recommendations & miscellaneous delights for your off-hours

Likely audience: book lovers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

A twice weekly newsletter chock-full of guidance and support from publishing industry insiders. Expect author interviews, guest blogs, giveaways, and more!

Likely audience: Published authors

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