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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 13, 2026

Learning how to live here.

Likely audience: readers of personal essays

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beehiivDaily · last post today

Helping 50+ year old Americans with money, healthcare, travel, and more!

Likely audience: Retirees

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 48 days ago

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

The best books about everything.

Likely audience: literature enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

Weekly art, writing, and creative inspiration from the author of Steal Like an Artist and other bestsellers.

Likely audience: Book lovers and readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

Sign up to the Booker Prizes newsletter, where you can discover our long reads, book recommendations, exclusive interviews and much more, from the world's greatest writers of fiction.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 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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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 2 days ago

Dive into the world of C.S. Lewis, the brilliant mind behind The Chronicles of Narnia and Mere Christianity. Join us in exploring the imagination and wisdom of this legendary author!

Likely audience: Theology students

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

The right book can change your life. Join Reese Witherspoon and 500,000+ readers to go beyond the page — with monthly picks, author conversations, and deeper discussions you won’t find anywhere else.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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Substacklast post Jun 30, 2026

From recent posts: Postcards by Elle publishes a rotating mix of curated cultural lists, weekly reading syllabi, and personal essays on topics like music, film, and mental health. The publication targets an audience interested in…

Likely audience: Individuals seeking self-reflection

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

Uma newsletter cristã semanal com estudos bíblicos profundos, formações teológicas, boletins, séries e reflexões práticas para cristãos que desejam crescer no conhecimento da Palavra.

Likely audience: Christians

1 shared topic

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 3 days ago

The stuff you need to know so you don't waste your time on books that suck

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

recommendations & miscellaneous delights for your off-hours

Likely audience: book lovers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

Recipes for your Monday through Friday, and sometimes Sundays.

Likely audience: home cooks

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SubstackWeekly · last post today

From recent posts: Emily in Your Phone with Emily Amick publishes a mix of political roundups, cultural commentary, book recommendations, and personal essays, with recurring Friday and Wednesday editions. It targets readers interested in…

Likely audience: politically engaged readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: Slow Brew Sunday is a weekly personal newsletter from Jules Acree that blends reflections on motherhood, aging, and home renovation with curated media recommendations and community engagement. The publication mixes…

Likely audience: Book lovers and readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

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

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 2 days ago

From recent posts: THE WHAT is a culture newsletter that mixes personal essays, lifestyle tips, and media recommendations with occasional tech and travel features. The publication targets readers interested in mental health, wellness, and…

Likely audience: newsletter readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

From recent posts: Tlonletter is an Italian culture newsletter that publishes essays on psychology, literature, and AI alongside podcast episodes and book club events. It serves readers interested in deep cultural analysis, literary…

Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

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beehiivWeekly · last post 5 days ago

Join 50,000+ subscribers and get the best 5-minute book summaries every week + my list of 100 life-changing books.

Likely audience: Book readers and bibliophiles

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago

From recent posts: In the Details publishes weekly lifestyle content including personal growth essays, fashion styling tips, and travel diaries for readers interested in lifestyle and fashion. The publication mixes reflective articles on…

Likely audience: Fashion enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Feelings & Co. by Nora McInerny publishes personal essays and interviews that explore mental health, grief, social dynamics, and creative process. The newsletter blends formats, mixing reflective writing with curated…

Likely audience: podcast listeners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 41 days ago

Essays on rebuilding cities and cultures around beauty, belonging, and human flourishing. Working to design cities that are walkable, human-scaled, beautiful, and ordered around the flourishing of families.

Likely audience: Urban planners

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 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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