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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: Katie Couric's publication mixes personal lifestyle recommendations on fashion, home decor, and beauty with in-depth interviews on politics, memoirs, and public figures. It serves as a hybrid platform for consumer…

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Bonner Private Research publishes a mix of personal memoirs on historical events and analytical essays on fiscal policy and political polarization. The newsletter targets readers interested in the intersection of…

Likely audience: history enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Good Thing Going publishes a mix of entertainment reviews, personal essays on motherhood and aging, interviews with female entrepreneurs, and curated lifestyle guides on vintage fashion and jewelry. The publication…

Likely audience: fashion enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 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

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

True stories about work, family, faith, and the ways our lives rarely go according to plan.

Likely audience: Readers of personal essays and memoirs

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Substacklast post Jul 22, 2026

From recent posts: The Liz Crokin Report publishes a mix of personal essays, investigative journalism, and celebrity gossip covering topics ranging from animal rescue and journalist safety to high-profile crimes and conspiracy theories…

Likely audience: Dog owners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: This publication mixes film analysis, memoir reviews, author interviews, and op-eds on social issues under the category of Culture. It targets readers interested in Hollywood industry figures, literature, and…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

Writing, life, and writing life

Likely audience: Book authors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 20 days ago

From recent posts: Say Less publishes six-word memoir interviews with authors, journalists, and cultural figures alongside profiles of community members and event promotions. The content spans creative writing, journalism, media theory…

Likely audience: literary enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: The Mizrahi Perspective publishes personal memoirs, geopolitical analysis, and reflections on the Israeli diaspora. The publication mixes intimate family histories with hard-hitting commentary on the Israel-Palestine…

Likely audience: Family historians

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

Diaristic essays by Hannah Stella

Likely audience: people interested in religious history

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 30 days ago

Notes from outside the consternation machine

Likely audience: Animal lovers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: Our Amagansett House publishes a rotating mix of personal essays on media and parenting, domestic life hacks, travel memoirs, and seasonal gardening guides. The publication serves an audience interested in reflective…

Likely audience: Media industry observers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: A Considered Space publishes a rotating mix of architectural reviews, travel guides, interior design curation, and personal essays on relationships and relocation. The content targets readers interested in London…

Likely audience: London residents interested in architecture

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SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

From recent posts: The Camont Journals with Kate Hill publishes serialized memoirs, Gascon recipes, and artist residency updates for readers interested in French culture and culinary traditions. The publication features weekly deep-dive…

Likely audience: Home cooks interested in French cuisine

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: Live From California with Lloyd Kahn publishes a rotating mix of personal memoirs, investigative reporting on local issues like fishing regulations, and cultural commentary on topics ranging from skateboarding to Golden…

Likely audience: San Francisco locals

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: Janelle Hanchett publishes a rotating collection of personal essays and cultural critiques covering parenting, academia, travel, and social inequality.

Likely audience: Cultural critics

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SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Poetika by Sepin Sinanlıoğlu publishes personal memoirs, philosophical essays, and literary criticism in Turkish and English. The publication covers topics ranging from linguistics and etymology to human relationships…

Likely audience: History enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 44 days ago

From recent posts: This publication covers vaccine efficacy, autism epidemiology, and public health history through data-driven analysis and personal narratives. It targets readers interested in medical policy, scientific skepticism, and…

Likely audience: policy makers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: Badass Cross Stitch Musings publishes a weekly mix of personal essays on trauma, activism, and DIY crafts alongside community event announcements and resource lists. The publication targets readers interested in analog…

Likely audience: Activists and organizers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: Amanda Litman's newsletter publishes a rotating mix of political analysis, personal essays on parenting and culture, and book reviews for her general audience. It covers topics such as election forecasting, Cornell…

Likely audience: political commentators

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

I'm an author, artist, and creative writing professor who writes and draws about the messy and meaningful act of making art and telling stories.

Likely audience: creative writers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Life's Toolbox publishes a rotating mix of personal memoirs, family anecdotes, and home gardening guides focused on grief, community, and resilience. The publication targets readers seeking intimate reflections on daily…

Likely audience: People grieving recent losses

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

I’m new here, but so far I’m LOVING it, and while switching platforms is always a bit scary it felt like the right time to start sharing. Music, the road, the people, and yes… probably trying to justify my tech…

Likely audience: Fans of Steve Clisby's writing

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