SubMakk alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as SubMakk (book prizes, literary awards and publishing industry). The closest matches are emmareadstoomuch, katie arnold // work in process and Bite My Truant Pen. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 7, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
About SubMakk
Rebecca Makkai's Substack: mostly writing and books! but also Zillow, true crime, etymology, food, general inanity
- book prizes
- literary awards
- publishing industry
- authorship
- 1emmareadstoomuch25K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 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
2 shared topics
- 2katie arnold // work in process1K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 18, 2026
Likely audience: fiction writers
2 shared topics
- 3
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 23 days ago
Culture, books, film. And a serialised book about Marcel Proust.
Likely audience: book lovers
2 shared topics
- 4the art of being you497K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 42 days ago
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 5The Art of Noticing464K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago
From recent posts: The Art of Noticing publishes monthly essays, community engagement prompts, and cultural observations focused on mindfulness, literature, and creative writing. It targets writers, educators, and culture enthusiasts…
Likely audience: community members
Rising: +33K subscribers (+8%) in 30 days
1 shared topic
- 6Words 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
- 7No More Shitty Books103K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 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
- 8Sub Club88K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago
Submission opportunities for creative and professional writers.
Likely audience: Aspiring writers
1 shared topic
- 9The Shit No One Tells You About Writing88K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago
A twice weekly newsletter chock-full of guidance and support from publishing industry insiders. Expect author interviews, guest blogs, giveaways, and more!
Likely audience: Literary agents
1 shared topic
- 10The Reading List63K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago
A new list of book recommendations or reading how to/guide every Sunday
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 11Jen Hamilton54K subscribers
Substacklast post May 18, 2026
From recent posts: Jen Hamilton publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, industry analysis, and professional advice from the perspective of a nurse turned author. The content covers her transition from a charge nurse to a NYT…
Likely audience: Aspiring authors
1 shared topic
- 12Commonplace Philosophy51K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago
Philosophy for everyday life.
Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 13Serious Literary Author50K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago
An unprecedented insight into the life of an SLA.
Likely audience: aspiring writers
1 shared topic
- 14David Perell's How I Write46K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: David Perell's How I Write publishes weekly interviews with bestselling authors, screenwriters, and literary figures discussing their specific writing processes, craft techniques, and the intersection of technology and…
Likely audience: writers
1 shared topic
- 15The Commonplace40K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago
From recent posts: The Commonplace publishes a weekly mix of personal essays, parenting advice, and literary reflections for an audience interested in creative writing and family life. Content ranges from columns on homeschooling and…
Likely audience: travel enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 16default.blog40K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago
An emotional scrapbook of the Internet.
Likely audience: Tech enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 17Before and After the Book Deal39K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago
Real talk about the writing + publishing industry from an author who doesn’t want you to feel confused, bewildered, or alone. Plus: craft tips, reading recommendations, writing support + solidarity (unless you are a…
Likely audience: Aspiring authors
1 shared topic
- 18Chapter Break39K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago
From recent posts: Chapter Break publishes interviews with authors, literary agents, and industry professionals focusing on the publishing process, writing habits, and creative challenges. The publication targets writers seeking practical…
Likely audience: Aspiring authors
1 shared topic
- 19Monday Mutiny35K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago
From recent posts: Monday Mutiny publishes weekly essays on culture, mental health, and personal growth, blending literary analysis with reflections on aging and productivity. The publication features a mix of motivational pieces…
Likely audience: writers
1 shared topic
- 20JovanHuttonPulitzer’s Newsletter31K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago
From recent posts: JovanHuttonPulitzer's Newsletter publishes a rotating mix of investigative essays on election law, political strategy, and global health incidents alongside cultural commentary on reading habits and gift-giving. The…
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 21How to Write (and Edit) a Book26K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago
From recent posts: This publication offers practical guides for aspiring novelists on craft, including narrative pacing, query letter strategies, and manuscript formatting. It targets writers seeking actionable advice on story development…
Likely audience: Literary agents
1 shared topic
- 22The Empire of the Tiny Onion25K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: The Empire of the Tiny Onion publishes comic book releases, merchandise announcements, and industry news for fans of horror comics and creators like James Tynion IV. The publication mixes news updates about Kickstarter…
Likely audience: Comic book readers
1 shared topic
- 23John Dickerson24K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago
From recent posts: John Dickerson publishes a mix of political analysis, literary essays, and podcast episodes, primarily targeting an audience interested in media relations, presidential conduct, and personal storytelling.
Likely audience: Political analysts
1 shared topic
- 24The Reading Life20K+ subscribers
beehiivSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago
Gain wisdom and strength from the greatest books that have stood the test of time, and learn about brilliant new books before anyone else.
Likely audience: Self-improvement enthusiasts
1 shared topic
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