Good News/Bad News alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Good News/Bad News (literary fiction, novel recommendations and vacation reading). The closest matches are Amanda Loves Words, kiirasnewsletter and BookBrowse. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 15, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
About Good News/Bad News
Monthly newsletter on books, tour dates, and more from Kate Baer
- literary fiction
- novel recommendations
- vacation reading
- book reviews
- 1
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago
Likely audience: book lovers
3 shared topics
- 2
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: Kiirasnewsletter mixes personal essays on art, nostalgia, and mental health with practical round-ups of fall fashion and monthly book reviews. It is written for readers interested in creative process, colorful…
Likely audience: book club members
3 shared topics
- 3BookBrowse60K+ subscribers
beehiivSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago
Join 60,000+ readers and book clubbers discovering exceptional new releases.
Likely audience: Book club members
2 shared topics
- 4Newsletter for Christian Writers25K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago
From recent posts: This publication features essays on writing craft, book reviews, and Christian ministry topics such as church planting and rural life. It also includes practical advice on the writing process and content strategy for…
Likely audience: Christian writers
2 shared topics
- 5All Possible Futures20K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago
From recent posts: All Possible Futures publishes a mix of literary essays and curated reading lists, primarily focused on contemporary and genre fiction. Content ranges from monthly book recommendations spanning fantasy, romance, and…
Likely audience: Book lovers
2 shared topics
- 6A reading life13K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago
A literary newsletter for anybody who wants to live an intellectually inspired life.
Likely audience: Book lovers
2 shared topics
- 7Strand Bookstore6K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago
The world's oldest book influencer, est 1927.
Likely audience: Book lovers
2 shared topics
- 8thehiddenbooknook5K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago
A cozy corner for bookish thoughts, reviews & recommendations 📖✨
Likely audience: book lovers
2 shared topics
- 9Milking It4K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 13 days ago
From recent posts: Milking It publishes monthly literary reviews and interviews with authors like Stacey Yu, focusing on queer fiction, literary fiction, and the intersection of technology and humanity. The publication serves readers…
Likely audience: Book lovers
2 shared topics
- 10Zona Motel3K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
From recent posts: Zona Motel publishes a rotating mix of literary criticism, book reviews, author interviews, and cultural essays focused on contemporary literature and publishing industry topics. The publication targets readers…
Likely audience: Social justice advocates
2 shared topics
- 11A Lonely Impulse of Delight2K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 46 days ago
From recent posts: A Lonely Impulse of Delight publishes literary essays and craft analysis, including reviews of New York fiction and close readings of short stories by writers like Hemingway and Cheever. It also includes recurring…
Likely audience: Book readers and critics
2 shared topics
- 12Something Eve Read 1K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 58 days ago
Likely audience: book lovers
2 shared topics
- 13Satchel Notes by Resh Susan1K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 59 days ago
From recent posts: Satchel Notes by Resh Susan is a book newsletter that publishes lists of anticipated releases and reviews of fiction titles, including literary fiction, thrillers, and debut novels. It targets readers seeking book…
Likely audience: Book lovers
2 shared topics
- 14
SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago
A real-life rom com in reverse. 💔 ❤️ Publishing journey. 📚 British-American agented novelist on sub to Big 5. Editor day job (not glam kind), cat lady, avid reader, afternoon tea lover. 🐈⬛ 🫖 Lived 📌 UK, US…
Likely audience: Aspiring writers
2 shared topics
- 15
SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago
Books & book-adjacent topics, taking the long view, the writing life, and related resources. Posts every 5-6 days.
Likely audience: Literary fiction readers
2 shared topics
- 16
SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago
From recent posts: Read Her Like an Open Book publishes book reviews and literary essays focused on contemporary fiction, including novels about intergenerational friendship, caregiving, and academic life. It is for readers interested in…
Likely audience: Literary fiction readers
2 shared topics
- 17
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago
Trapping new and old romance readers one week at a time
Likely audience: Romance novel readers
2 shared topics
- 18
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 28 days ago
From recent posts: Changes with Annie Macmanus publishes literary fiction, memoir, and personal essays alongside author interviews and book reviews.
Likely audience: literary fiction readers
2 shared topics
- 19
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago
Thoughts on books and memory nooks
Likely audience: Book lovers
2 shared topics
- 20
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago
Uniting lovers of love stories
Likely audience: romance readers
2 shared topics
- 21
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 26 days ago
A newsletter celebrating the joy of reading and the art of writing. I share book recommendations, reviews, and the latest literary news.
Likely audience: literary fiction readers
2 shared topics
- 22
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago
From recent posts: Buzz Books Official publishes a monthly roundup of upcoming and recent book releases, organized by genre (fiction including romance, thriller, horror, and literary; nonfiction covering psychology, history, and memoir)…
Likely audience: book readers
2 shared topics
- 23
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago
From recent posts: Sundaze Book Café publishes a mix of monthly book reviews, serialized fiction, and personal lifestyle essays. It is aimed at readers interested in literary fiction, reflective lifestyle content, and ongoing narrative…
Likely audience: fiction readers
2 shared topics
- 24
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago
Likely audience: readers interested in books and literature
2 shared topics
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