Writing Kit alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Writing Kit (Writing craft, Literary festivals and Book publishing). The closest matches are Five Things I've Learned, The Ghost and CRAFT TALK. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 5, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
About Writing Kit
Writing Kit publishes personal essays and reflections on topics ranging from writing craft and literary festivals to religion and mental health. The publication features author-led content that blends professional…
Full profile- 1Five Things I've Learned88K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago
From recent posts: Five Things I've Learned publishes weekly cultural updates, writing workshops, and on-demand classes for writers and literary enthusiasts. The publication mixes live author sessions, literary news, and promotional…
Likely audience: writers
2 shared topics
- 2The Ghost67K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago
On writing and life. Long-form musings on the nature of creativity and the essence of everything. Some poems, too.
Likely audience: Creative professionals
2 shared topics
- 3CRAFT TALK52K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago
CRAFT TALK is a weekly newsletter about writing, creativity and productivity from author Jami Attenberg. This is also the home of #1000wordsofsummer, where, once a year, we write 1000 words a day together for two weeks…
Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers
2 shared topics
- 4Before and After the Book Deal39K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago
Real talk about the writing + publishing industry from an author who doesn’t want you to feel confused, bewildered, or alone. Plus: craft tips, reading recommendations, writing support + solidarity (unless you are a…
Likely audience: Aspiring authors
2 shared topics
- 5Patti Callahan Henry 33K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago
From recent posts: Patti Callahan Henry publishes weekly newsletters featuring personal essays on health, travel, and seasonal transitions alongside book promotion and podcast announcements. The content mixes creative nonfiction with…
Likely audience: Book lovers and readers
2 shared topics
- 6Miaverse25K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: Miaverse publishes surreal, first-person fantasy narratives featuring fictional authors and magical settings, alongside book promotion and author interviews. The publication targets readers of fantasy fiction and those…
Likely audience: Publishing professionals
2 shared topics
- 7Beyond with Jane Ratcliffe19K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago
From recent posts: Beyond with Jane Ratcliffe publishes a rotating mix of creative writing craft tutorials, author interviews, and personal essays on themes like female safety and literary pedagogy. The publication targets writers and…
Likely audience: Aspiring writers
2 shared topics
- 8so many thoughts, so little time17K subscribers
Substacklast post Aug 7, 2026
From recent posts: So Many Thoughts, So Little Time publishes author interviews and book announcements focused on Nekesa Afia's novels, including mystery and romance fiction. The publication serves as a promotional channel for her…
Likely audience: Authors and writers
2 shared topics
- 9the stories club16K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago
From recent posts: The Stories Club publishes a mix of personal essays, writing craft advice, and curated book recommendations for aspiring and practicing writers. Content ranges from specific exercises on dialogue and character…
Likely audience: content creators
2 shared topics
- 10@ Home in the World11K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago
Stories, observations, and obsessions from me, New York Times-bestselling author and pie baker, Joyce Maynard
Likely audience: Book authors and publishers
2 shared topics
- 11The Habit of Art by Kelcey Ervick9K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago
I'm an author, artist, and creative writing professor who writes and draws about the messy and meaningful act of making art and telling stories.
Likely audience: creative writers
2 shared topics
- 12Unblocked: Monetizare, Mindset & Curaj Creativ8K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago
Pentru cei care au o carte în ei și au găsit deja zece motive bune să n-o scrie. Vorbim despre marketing, monetizare, mindset, blocaje creative și curajul de a lua deciziile care contează... Oricum™. Chiar și atunci…
Likely audience: Aspiring authors
2 shared topics
- 13il tempo di un caffè8K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago
Consigli di lettura, scrittura e vita creativa, nel tempo di bere insieme un caffè. Per chi vuole romanticizzare le piccole cose e trovare il coraggio di diventare il main character della propria vita.
Likely audience: Aspiring writers
2 shared topics
- 14Dear Head of Mine4K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago
From recent posts: Dear Head of Mine publishes long-form essays analyzing the economics of the book publishing industry, the decline of nonfiction, and the cultural function of literary awards. The publication targets writers, editors…
Likely audience: Book industry professionals
2 shared topics
- 15TCF Emails4K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago
From recent posts: TCF Emails publishes a rotating mix of author interviews, cultural criticism, and personal essays covering memoir writing, feminism, art history, and gender dynamics. The newsletter targets readers interested in…
Likely audience: Cultural critics
2 shared topics
- 16Release McCracken4K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 2 days ago
From recent posts: Release McCracken publishes personal memoirs, travel essays, and reflections on writing and friendship, primarily targeting an audience of literary enthusiasts and fellow writers. The publication features long-form…
Likely audience: travel enthusiasts
2 shared topics
- 17Language Arts3K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 2 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
2 shared topics
- 18The Cartelier3K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago
From recent posts: The Cartelier publishes a mix of personal essays, interviews with designers and illustrators, and lifestyle features centered on creative writing, interior design, and the book industry. The publication serves an…
Likely audience: creative writers
2 shared topics
- 19I'M SO GLAD YOU ASKED3K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post yesterday
From recent posts: I'M SO GLAD YOU ASKED publishes personal memoirs, author interviews, and writing craft essays focused on faith, creativity, and life history. The publication features long-form reflective pieces on topics ranging from…
Likely audience: Literary enthusiasts
2 shared topics
- 20Notes of Cheer by AJ Pearce3K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 5 days ago
From recent posts: Notes of Cheer by AJ Pearce publishes weekly literary content focused on book recommendations, the writing process, and reviews of mid-20th century fiction. The publication targets readers interested in literary fiction…
Likely audience: Book lovers
2 shared topics
- 21Message from the Underworld2K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post yesterday
Punk whisperer.
Likely audience: Book readers and authors
2 shared topics
- 22Rising Tide Writers2K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago
From recent posts: Rising Tide Writers publishes weekly industry news, agent alerts, and writing advice focused on fiction authors and aspiring writers. The content features author Caroline Madden discussing manuscript readiness, querying…
Likely audience: Aspiring authors
2 shared topics
- 23
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago
All things book writing and publishing for the creative author community! Plus, my own creative writing to enjoy and share.
Likely audience: Aspiring authors
2 shared topics
- 24
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 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
2 shared topics
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