Write Despite alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Write Despite (paid newsletter subscriptions, writer's block and creative burnout). The closest matches are BINTWORLD BY SMIZZO, Legal AF's Substack and Betches News. 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 Write Despite

A place where I put things that have nowhere else to go. Sometimes to remember, other times to forget and let go.

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  1. 1
    BINTWORLD BY SMIZZO1K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 26 days ago

    culture criticism for the spiritually unemployed crash out girl

    Likely audience: Substack readers

    2 shared topics

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    Legal AF's Substack161K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    Breaking news at the intersection of law & politics with sharp & witty commentary curated by Legal AF x MeidasTouch’s co-founder, Michael Popok.

    Likely audience: legal professionals

    1 shared topic

  3. 3
    Betches News71K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    The most painless way to get informed. Five times a week, we'll make you laugh about what's going on in the world to keep you from crying.

    Likely audience: US political observers

    1 shared topic

  4. 4
    The Veg Table58K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    Welcome to my newsletter...

    Likely audience: home cooks

    1 shared topic

  5. 5
    Pattern + Process50K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 47 days ago

    From recent posts: Pattern + Process publishes weekly digital content for artists and crafters, featuring course announcements, QuiltCon recaps, and personal reflections on creative careers.

    Likely audience: pattern designers

    1 shared topic

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    Sketchplanations48K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

    Weekly hand-drawn explanations of ideas from science, psychology, creativity and life.

    Likely audience: newsletter subscribers

    1 shared topic

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    Katelyn Hissong47K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: The publication features personal essays on modern dating and manifestation practices, alongside Substack community reflections on goal setting and financial freedom. Content spans dating mindset shifts, first-to-second…

    Likely audience: writers

    1 shared topic

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    shaytivites38K subscribers

    Substacklast post Jun 14, 2026

    From recent posts: Shaytivites publishes personal essays on digital boundaries, friendship dynamics, and self-care. It is written for readers navigating social exhaustion and private well-being in their twenties.

    Likely audience: young adults

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    Motherhood with ADHD can feel overwhelming and isolating. This space is for moms who crave authenticity and practical tips for managing their home and family with ADHD. Here, you’ll feel seen and get realistic advice to…

    Likely audience: moms with ADHD

    1 shared topic

  10. 10
    Drinks With Broads20K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: Drinks With Broads publishes TV recaps, entertainment criticism, and pop-culture commentary across shows like The Gilded Age, Ted Lasso, and The Great British Baking Show, plus fashion events and music awards. It…

    Likely audience: Pop culture enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 3 days ago

    Honest personal essays & what no one tells you about landing book deals and writing bestsellers. From author, mama & literary studio founder Amber Rae.

    Likely audience: Aspiring authors

    1 shared topic

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    Love Juliet20K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: Love Juliet publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, book recommendations, and travel planning guides focused on social justice, decolonization, and Indigenous culture. The content targets a paid subscriber base…

    Likely audience: Parents navigating major life changes

    1 shared topic

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    femalefoodie19K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 39 days ago

    A swoon-worthy, approachable recipe delivered straight to your inbox every Monday morning, plus a Friday newsletter that includes city guides, travel tips, and answers to my most frequently asked questions.

    Likely audience: home bakers

    1 shared topic

  14. 14

    SubstackWeekly · last post today

    A weekly newsletter from Culture House Media, a women owned film, TV and immersive experiences company making narrative work at the intersection of pop culture and politics 🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋‍♀️

    Likely audience: Immersive theater enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Everything is Personal16K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

    The story is not about what happened, it's about what the narrator makes of what happened.

    Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 36 days ago

    Uma adulta pensando demais sobre a vida e aprendendo a crescer sem manual.

    Likely audience: writers

    1 shared topic

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    Fight Freaks Unite 15K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

    From recent posts: Fight Freaks Unite publishes boxing match reports, title fight recaps, and fighter interviews with a focus on heavyweight and junior middleweight divisions. The publication targets boxing fans seeking coverage of PPV…

    Likely audience: boxing fans

    1 shared topic

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    Robertas Petrauskas15K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: Robertas Petrauskas publishes a mix of personal essays, music production updates, and literary reflections on ethics and philosophy. The content shifts between his own health challenges, vocal performance struggles, and…

    Likely audience: Substack readers

    1 shared topic

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    Za's Market Terminal14K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: Za's Market Terminal publishes weekly market reports covering Nasdaq volatility, AI trade valuations, and investment strategy, alongside Substack feature announcements and promotions for a paid subscriber chat. It…

    Likely audience: Substack subscribers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 4, 2026

    The Harlem Carrie Bradshaw is a soulful, stylish blog about love, healing, dating, and becoming—told through the lens of a Southern girl rebuilding her life in Harlem. Think Carrie Bradshaw, but with edge, heart, and a…

    Likely audience: Women creators and writers

    1 shared topic

  21. 21
    George's Creator Club13K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

    Tools, strategies, products and courses for creators building online businesses and sustainable newsletters.

    Likely audience: Freelance writers

    1 shared topic

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    FictionMatters12K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    what I read, how I read, and books that matter

    Likely audience: book club members

    1 shared topic

  23. 23

    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: The Art of Flash Fiction publishes critiques, writing prompts, and analyses of short stories for an audience of creative writers and literary enthusiasts. It regularly features workshops, retreats, and deep dives into…

    Likely audience: Flash fiction writers

    1 shared topic

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    Human, being11K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

    an exploration and celebration of what it means to be human.

    Likely audience: professionals experiencing career transitions

    1 shared topic

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