Letters from Desolation Row... Patrick E Walsh’s Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Letters from Desolation Row... Patrick E Walsh’s Substack (Book launch, Literature and Local events). The closest matches are Notes of Cheer by AJ Pearce, Life With Riley and karenessex. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 11 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

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

    I write about life in Southern California with a 15 pound Flame Point Siamese guard cat and a ukulele strumming husband.

    Likely audience: book lovers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 39 days ago

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

    A place to pile up bits of detritus from my crazy, dyspraxic, older, Northern, socialist, working class mind. This might include: writing, poetry, crochet, dog pictures, mixed media stuff, embroidery, photography…

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Books Worth Reading335K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

    The best books about everything.

    Likely audience: literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Dracula Daily228K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Get the classic novel Dracula, emailed to you in real time as it happens.

    Likely audience: Fans of Bram Stoker's Dracula

    1 shared topic

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    Philosophy Quotes177K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

    ✱ For those who seek wisdom.

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: Everything Happens with Kate Bowler publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, cultural commentary, and curated recommendations focused on faith, technology, and human connection. The content targets readers…

    Likely audience: sociologists

    1 shared topic

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    The Saturday Read172K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: The Saturday Read curates weekly selections from The New Statesman covering UK politics, climate science, and cultural commentary. It serves readers seeking weekend reading lists that blend hard news on energy policy…

    Likely audience: General news consumers

    1 shared topic

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    Literature Quotes160K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    ✱ For those who cherish literature.

    Likely audience: philosophy enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Words That Matter138K subscribers

    Substacklast post Jun 28, 2026

    From recent posts: Words That Matter publishes weekly curated reading lists and essays from guest curators covering technology, literature, art, and cultural criticism. The publication mixes short-form lists with deep-dive features and…

    Likely audience: Cultural critics

    1 shared topic

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    Poetry Unbound133K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    Open your world with poetry

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: Real Patriotism with Terry Moran publishes political commentary and personal essays on U.S. politics, press freedom, and civic values, often concluding with poetry. It is written for readers interested in critiques of…

    Likely audience: political observers

    1 shared topic

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    No More Shitty Books103K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

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

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Award-winning short story fiction literary magazine designed to spark real discussion in classrooms, book clubs, and around the dinner table.

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    A celebration of poetry and historical interest pieces

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    André Carvalhal79K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 51 days ago

    Previsões para o presente

    Likely audience: Marketing professionals

    1 shared topic

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    R.F. Kuang71K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 8, 2026

    on what i'm writing, what i'm reading, and where to find me

    Likely audience: Authors and writers

    1 shared topic

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    Atticus 69K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: Atticus publishes a weekly collection of reflective personal essays and poetry focused on themes of memory, grief, and the creative process. The publication features long-form writing on topics such as architecture…

    Likely audience: writers

    1 shared topic

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    From the Hardt63K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Book news, sales, and fun from #1 New York Times and #1 USA Today bestselling author Helen Hardt!

    Likely audience: book lovers

    1 shared topic

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    Morning Call54K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    The New Statesman’s quick and essential guide to the news and politics of the day.

    Likely audience: Healthcare professionals

    1 shared topic

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    the French experience.54K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

    From Piggy Kitchen, join us as we travel through France buying antiques! We'll share with you the many scheduled (over 200!) antique fairs, the antique stores we shop, how to ship -- along with the wonderful culture of…

    Likely audience: Antique collectors

    1 shared topic

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    Tlonletter53K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 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

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

    An unprecedented insight into the life of an SLA.

    Likely audience: aspiring writers

    1 shared topic

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