Dear Reader, I'm lost alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Dear Reader, I'm lost (home renovation, property investment and small business). The closest matches are Kate Spicer says Sort Yourself Out, The Maker's Road and Homeward. 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

About Dear Reader, I'm lost

Letters from a writer navigating the world with absolutely no sense of direction.

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  1. 1

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: Kate Spicer's newsletter publishes essays on rural living, freelance finance, and health policy history. It targets writers and professionals navigating practical industry challenges alongside broader social issues.

    Likely audience: Substack writers

    2 shared topics

  2. 2

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

    For independent US retailers who want to source directly, travel smarter, and own their story.

    Likely audience: retail industry professionals

    2 shared topics

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    Homeward607K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    A top-to-bottom renovation, design finds, and hard life questions—the nitty gritty of creating our home in Ojai, CA. Plus, input from experts and all of you! A researched, opinionated resource from Amanda Hesser of…

    Likely audience: DIY enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    The Home Edit Group Chat298K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    Keep up with Clea & Joanna as they build The Home Edit, navigate their 40s, and pull back the curtain on their friendship, their routines, and their real lives

    Likely audience: pet owners

    1 shared topic

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    Cheap Old Houses200K+ subscribers

    beehiivSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    The most incredible houses for sale for under $150,000, as featured on HGTV + Buzzfeed

    Likely audience: Real estate investors

    1 shared topic

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    Brown History93K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

    Uncolonizing the past. Uncolonizing you.

    Likely audience: History enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Home School67K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

    Learn how to make your home feel more like you. Not an inspo photo. Not a micro trend. You!

    Likely audience: Homeowners planning renovations

    1 shared topic

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    BREAD RELIGION50K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 55 days ago

    dove la farina diventa arte

    Likely audience: Food critics

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 20 days ago

    From recent posts: The Philadelphia Networker is a local business newsletter that publishes a mix of news articles, job listings, and networking event announcements. Its coverage includes startup funding, real estate developments…

    Likely audience: small business owners

    1 shared topic

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    Lili Barbery34K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

    L'inspiration est plus forte lorsqu'elle est partagée

    Likely audience: French newsletter readers

    1 shared topic

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    Téo & O Mini Mundo24K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    Uma tirinha nova toda quinta-feira, enviada diretamente para o seu e-mail.

    Likely audience: planners and organizers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

    The local newsletter that uncovers what matters most to Pittsburgh business professionals.

    Likely audience: Pittsburgh business professionals

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: More, Please by Rachel Mansfield is a personal lifestyle newsletter that blends weekly meal-planning guides with product recommendations and home renovation updates. Each issue typically features a curated dinner…

    Likely audience: home cooks

    1 shared topic

  14. 14
    Joie De Vivre20K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Joie De Vivre is a lifestyle publication featuring personal essays, home renovation guides, and travel stories from its author. The content mixes DIY project updates, interior design advice, and reflections on women's…

    Likely audience: DIY enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Letters from Tuscany20K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

    From recent posts: Letters from Tuscany publishes seasonal Italian recipes, cooking class promotions, and lifestyle updates for an audience interested in Tuscan travel and culinary education. The publication mixes personal essays on home…

    Likely audience: Home cooks interested in Italian cuisine

    1 shared topic

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    YukiHomes19K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Yuki Homes is the go-to publication for foreigners who want to buy, invest, and live in Japan.

    Likely audience: Real estate investors

    1 shared topic

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    Work Wife19K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: Work Wife publishes personal essays and curated product lists covering home renovation, influencer income, fashion, beauty, and lifestyle topics. It targets readers interested in first-person accounts of spending…

    Likely audience: Parents of young children

    1 shared topic

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    Callie Coles18K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Callie Coles publishes a series of personal essays detailing her preparation for a multi-week endurance race in Patagonia, covering themes of family life, travel, and outdoor fitness. The content focuses on her physical…

    Likely audience: parents

    1 shared topic

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    Contacto PYMES16K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 16 days ago

    CPA from Puerto Rico sharing insights on finance, AI, and business growth. Helping entrepreneurs and professionals make smarter decisions through tech, planning, and education.

    Likely audience: Operations managers

    1 shared topic

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    decor8 by Holly Becker14K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 26 days ago

    Bestselling author Holly Becker explores interiors, creative living, and the ways our homes shape our lives.

    Likely audience: Interior designers

    1 shared topic

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    Designer's Digest8K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    Think of this as the group chat where I overshare about design. The process, the sources, the decisions, and the stuff that doesn't make it into the videos.

    Likely audience: Interior designers

    1 shared topic

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    Between8K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Between publishes diary-style entries and personal journals documenting daily life in France, focusing on gardening, home maintenance, cooking, and seasonal transitions. The publication targets readers interested in…

    Likely audience: seasonal gardeners

    1 shared topic

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    Getting Stuff Done 8K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    Getting Stuff Done! By Sally Hurman A newsletter that drops every Sunday at 8.30 am - we chat all things life, interiors, what to wear, brilliant finds and accessories, and creating a community where we get stuff done.

    Likely audience: Homeowners

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

    A personal edit of interiors, design, trends and changing taste: daily finds, observations and deeper stories. By arch. Elisabetta Rizzato

    Likely audience: Design students

    1 shared topic

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