MFA Lore alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

Love, sensuality, creativity + the Beauty Way.

Likely audience: aspiring authors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

Novidades da cena de publicações. Arte impressa nas mais variadas formas: livro, zine, print, gravura, revista, ilustração, quadrinhos, livro de artista, design. Se é gráfico, está valendo.

Likely audience: Book publishers and editors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 51 days ago

Unexpected takes on the modern world of work. Paul explores our obsession with work and the default path of success and tries to imagine new possibilities for how we can conceive of life, work & what matters.

Likely audience: Independent authors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Misfits & Daydreamers publishes author interviews, writing process essays, and industry advice focused on independent publishing, traditional publishing realities, and overcoming burnout. The content targets writers…

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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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

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

The Menu is a weekly serving of sharp, strategic marketing ideas—just enough to chew on without overwhelming your plate. Budgets are down. Expectations are up. Let’s win anyway.

Likely audience: SEO specialists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 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

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

Comics, writing, updates & and art supply recommendations from illustwriter Hallie Bateman.

Likely audience: artists

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 23 days ago

This is My Literary Life—where I share stories on teaching, writing, and parenting. Free subscribers get a taste, paid members unlock the archive, sneak peeks, and creative resources.

Likely audience: literary agents

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

Indie publishing house for MM romance and queer books.

Likely audience: Romance novel readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 18, 2026

A place for all things Karley Brenna! Updates, news, signups, and more.

Likely audience: Romance novel readers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: The Champagne Diet publishes business strategy articles and personal essays focused on Substack monetization, self-publishing, and author entrepreneurship. The publication targets ambitious women and creators seeking to…

Likely audience: aspiring writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

Likely audience: community members

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SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: How I Make Money Writing publishes interviews with writers, editors, and academics about their income streams, day jobs, and the financial realities of freelance journalism, indie publishing, and creative careers. It is…

Likely audience: freelance writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

I am an Eastern Orthodox writer, mostly of books about the Orthodox faith and elements of its spiritual life, like iconography and the Jesus Prayer.

Likely audience: self-published authors

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: WriteMentor Newsletter publishes writing resources, including courses, mentorship opportunities, literary awards, and community events through The WriteMentor Hub, alongside author interviews and conference coverage. It…

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

From recent posts: Ford Knows Books publishes weekly book reviews and industry analysis covering literary fiction, self-publishing economics, and specific authors like Laurie R. King and Toshikazu Kawaguchi. The publication targets…

Likely audience: Book club members

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: Read and Write with Natasha publishes interviews with authors, book coaches, ghostwriters, and copywriters about publishing, marketing, and building a writing business. It is aimed at writers seeking practical tactics…

Likely audience: authors and writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

Escribo sobre cosas que me interesan, en ocasiones hablo de los viajes con mi banda Las Cosas que Perdimos en el Fuego. Suelo entrevistar gente de vez en cuando.

Likely audience: Argentine readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

From recent posts: Chris's Stories publishes serialized romance fiction across genres such as college romance and office tension, alongside narrative pieces about adult film production and predatory job scams. It targets readers…

Likely audience: Romance readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 41 days ago

From recent posts: Spenglerian.Perspective publishes essays applying Oswald Spengler's philosophy to contemporary politics, culture, and gender dynamics. The publication targets readers interested in cultural morphology and critical…

Likely audience: Philosophy students

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

Everything you need to know about publishing a book and getting your work out into the world.

Likely audience: Aspiring authors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

A newsletter and podcast (and support group!) for scrappy writers looking for no-bullsh*t guidance on book writing, publishing, the multi-passionate writer's life, and landing your next (or first) big byline.

Likely audience: Content creators

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