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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago

Original poetry and short fiction by David Moran — Pushcart-nominated, internationally published. Minimalist verse and literary prose, written on trains, in bedsits and strange cities across the globe.

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

Author, artist, scientist... perennially inquisitive

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

Poems, essays, and short stories to create transformation and dynamic dialectic centered on the abundance that the gifts of life and art have to offer. Reflections on best practice of education and living well in…

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Kitsew publishes reflective essays on mental health, literature, and the human experience, targeting readers seeking mindfulness and emotional resilience. The publication mixes short-form articles with literary quotes…

Likely audience: Romantic readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 46 days ago

I'm a writer, teacher, and my students' biggest fan. I want to learn and share everything about humaning and how to do it beautifully.

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

Open your world with poetry

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

A celebration of poetry and historical interest pieces

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: ONLY POEMS DAILY publishes a mix of original poetry, interviews with poets, and seasonal or thematic verses. Content ranges from reflective pieces on grief and mortality to satirical takes on social media and…

Likely audience: Creative writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

Author Payout = $100 + 50% of subscription revenue. No Fee to Apply. Readers get one quality story a month and support artists with their contributions.

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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Substacklast post Aug 11, 2026

Historic South Asian Literature and Art

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Harper’s Magazine publishes a mix of long-form interviews, literary features, and weekly news dispatches. Recent issues cover topics ranging from social media regulation and bird flu conspiracies to poetry anthologies…

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 25 days ago

From recent posts: Mystic Musings & Passionate Ponderings publishes a mix of whimsical literary essays, mindfulness prompts, and spiritual reflections on topics like shamanism and book history. The publication also features content…

Likely audience: Substack subscribers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

Since 2011, Wayfarer Magazine has been offering literature, interviews, and art with the intention to inspire our readers and highlight the power for agency and change-making that each individual holds.

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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Substacklast post Jul 9, 2026

​Catálogo abierto de lo que pasa por mi cabeza (y por las calles de mi país)

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 28 days ago

From recent posts: Sonnet Eighteen publishes curated lists of literature, poetry, and visual art alongside personal essays on color theory and 18th-century portraiture. The publication targets readers interested in art history and…

Likely audience: Art history enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 16 days ago

From recent posts: LANDLINE by Jay Babcock publishes archival music journalism, literary interviews, and cultural history pieces alongside occasional poetry and audiobook recommendations. The publication targets readers interested in…

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Shaved Meats, Piled High is a personal blog featuring essays on music analysis, travel planning, and literary criticism alongside memoirs and writing process reflections. The publication mixes formats including lists…

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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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

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: SWWIM Every Day publishes contemporary poetry, personal essays, and literary interviews by women and nonbinary writers, alongside announcements for its reading series and submission calls. It serves poets, readers, and…

Likely audience: poetry readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: The Friday Poem publishes literary reviews and curated poetry selections focusing on themes of loss, illness, and transformation. It serves readers interested in contemporary poetry, literary criticism, and mental…

Likely audience: Poets and writers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 1, 2026

From recent posts: Regards, Marcel publishes weekly essays by Marcel Beyer focusing on mental health, trauma recovery, and the intersection of writing with personal crisis. The publication mixes reflective memoir with updates on the…

Likely audience: Readers of personal essays

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: The Light That Remembers is a Substack publication by Antonio Castellaneta featuring poetry, prose, and reflective essays on themes of love, philosophy, and human behavior. It is a reader-supported platform without…

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Rhythm's publishes short poems on themes like love, pride, and self-reflection, often paired with requests for financial support or engagement. The publication targets readers interested in intimate, personal verse and…

Likely audience: poetry readers

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