The Cold Pen alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as The Cold Pen (content creation motivation, personal branding and cooking YouTube channel). The closest matches are Level Up with AI, How to Write for a Living and Profit and Purpose . They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 14, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
About The Cold Pen
Written without mercy, edited with care. Clarity cuts deep, but the thoughts get warmer the more you read.
- content creation motivation
- personal branding
- cooking YouTube channel
- Substack publishing
- 1Level Up with AI4K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago
From recent posts: Level Up with AI publishes practical guides and personal case studies on using AI tools for creators and solopreneurs, covering website builders, content automation, and career transitions. It targets online creators…
Likely audience: Solopreneurs
3 shared topics
- 2How to Write for a Living 29K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago
Writers should get paid for doing what they love. Subscribe now to get my FREE 7-day email course, Substack Launchpad.
Likely audience: Substack publishers
2 shared topics
- 3Profit and Purpose 13K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 21 days ago
Wealth building, human dynamics, and creator psychology while building a life that you deserve. Join us on this journey.
Likely audience: Content creators
2 shared topics
- 4The Hype Department10K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago
The Hype Department is a publication about building influence, visibility, and business opportunities via LinkedIn, written by ex-LinkedIn employee, Alicia Teltz.
Likely audience: Content creators
2 shared topics
- 5The Irresistible Writer By Derek Hughes8K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
Showing writers how to use words to make money and change lives. Proven tips to build an audience online.
Likely audience: content creators
2 shared topics
- 6Chiacchiere con Elisa8K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
La domenica chiacchieriamo di marketing e attualità, proprio come se stessimo insieme al bar, alcune volte davanti a un caffè, altre volte ci serve almeno un gin tonic! Il martedì arriva Grow on Substack!
Likely audience: Content creators
2 shared topics
- 7The Recipe For Growth's Substack4K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago
From recent posts: The publication covers creator economy strategy, social media growth, and small business ideas. Content mixes creator interviews, personal essays on work-life balance, and curated business lists, targeting entrepreneurs…
Likely audience: content creators
2 shared topics
- 8annaseirian4K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago
Helping squiggly, ambitious creative entrepreneurs become more confident and prolific 💌 Media inquiries: anna@wholespacela.com
Likely audience: Substack writers
2 shared topics
- 9The Second Act Strategist2K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago
From recent posts: The Second Act Strategist publishes paid mini-workshops, articles, and live sessions focused on Substack monetization, audience growth, and content strategy for writers in their second career phase. The publication…
Likely audience: Substack writers
2 shared topics
- 10The Solopreneur Drafts2K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago
From recent posts: The Solopreneur Drafts publishes long-form essays on Substack growth, content strategy, and personal branding for writers building direct email businesses. The publication mixes reflective personal essays with practical…
Likely audience: content creators
2 shared topics
- 11Average Joe’s Guide to Substack2K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 50 days ago
If you have something to teach, whether it's a skill, experience, or area of expertise, this newsletter is for you. I help beginners build sustainable educational publications on Substack.
Likely audience: content creators
2 shared topics
- 12Diary of a Brand Therapist by Nathalia Montenegro2K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 19, 2026
From recent posts: Diary of a Brand Therapist by Nathalia Montenegro publishes essays on personal branding strategy, content packaging, and business modeling for entrepreneurs and solopreneurs. The publication mixes educational articles…
Likely audience: Personal brand builders
2 shared topics
- 13How We Build1K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago
From recent posts: How We Build is a newsletter focused on Substack strategy, growth tactics, and personal branding for writers and SaaS founders. It publishes practical guides on content strategy, audience analysis, and platform features…
Likely audience: Content strategists
2 shared topics
- 14Between The Lines1K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 31 days ago
Copywriting education from an unapologetic squirrel trying to become a millionaire by age 31. (She's 30 right now. She has until the end of 2025. Help her.)
Likely audience: Digital marketers
2 shared topics
- 15Off The Ladder1K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago
From recent posts: Off The Ladder is a personal branding and career visibility publication. It features a four-stage framework for building thought leadership, critiques corporate culture by advising employees to treat employers as…
Likely audience: Substack writers
2 shared topics
- 16The Obvious Yes1K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 34 days ago
Likely audience: personal brand builders
2 shared topics
- 17Soft human words by Jessica Shepherd1K subscribers
Substacklast post Jun 20, 2026
Soft, human words to help you reconnect with your magic and inner truth—“Jessica Shepherd’s approach is rooted in fundamentals and effectively makes enlightenment fun.” (Publisher’s Weekly)
Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers
2 shared topics
- 18
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago
I write about intentional living for employees working a full-time job so they can live their best life without having to leave their job.
Likely audience: job seekers
2 shared topics
- 19
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 15 days ago
From recent posts: The Hapitalist podcast publishes interviews with creators, entrepreneurs, and business strategists focused on sustainable business models, branding, and mindset coaching. The content is directed at solopreneurs and…
Likely audience: entrepreneurs
2 shared topics
- 20future/proof348K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago
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Likely audience: aspiring entrepreneurs
1 shared topic
- 21The Spirits Journal284K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago
The Spirits Journal is your go-to source for expert insights into the world of distilled spirits. From exclusive posts and detailed reviews to in-depth discussions, we offer a unique perspective and real expertise. No…
Likely audience: Bartenders and mixologists
1 shared topic
- 22Founding Journey251K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago
Get advice to help build, grow, and raise capital for your startup, written by an a16z-backed founder.
Likely audience: Founders
1 shared topic
- 23Milk Street Cooking School250K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago
A place to talk about food and travel for the Milk Street Cooking School community.
Likely audience: home cooks
1 shared topic
- 24Things you'll learn the hard way (but wish you didn't)145K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago
From recent posts: This publication mixes live interviews with Substack creators and career experts against standalone essays on psychology and professional development. It targets writers and professionals seeking practical strategies…
Likely audience: entrepreneurs
1 shared topic
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