The Gentle Pen alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

HAP CEO Brandon Berkson’s personal newsletter covering all things boutique hotels. Sip on sharp takes covering hospitality, must-know stays, and insider hotel news—best enjoyed standing, espresso in hand.

Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

Healthy, easy recipes delivered to your inbox weekly, plus access to the searchable recipe archive.

Likely audience: Food enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: The House of Beasts & Vines publishes personal narratives, local history, and creative fiction centered on themes like folklore, travel, and the supernatural. The publication targets readers interested in reflective…

Likely audience: Digital nomads

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 6 days ago

Reimagining travel and life on a changing planet

Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

Stories, observations, and obsessions from me, New York Times-bestselling author and pie baker, Joyce Maynard

Likely audience: Book authors and publishers

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Substacklast post Jun 25, 2026

essays on embodiment, erotics & a life in skin.

Likely audience: Travel writers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 25 days ago

From recent posts: Fireside publishes personal essays, travel stories, and seasonal recipes centered on mindfulness, gardening, and holiday traditions. The publication targets readers interested in lifestyle, cooking, and reflective…

Likely audience: Home bakers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

aspiring rare book librarian who loves silver jewelry, print culture, collecting physical media, and reading gothic literature.

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackDaily · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: The Bar Harbor Story publishes weekly local news, civic schedules, and community event listings for residents of the Mount Desert Island region, alongside occasional features on obituaries, housing developments, and…

Likely audience: local residents

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

From recent posts: Club Ommetje publishes weekly walking tours and fact-based segments about Amsterdam's urban history, architecture, and parks. The publication targets tourists and locals seeking guided exploration of specific…

Likely audience: History enthusiasts

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SubstackDaily · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: The Addison Times publishes weekly local news, government updates, and historical features for residents of Shelby County, Indiana. The publication consistently mixes community events, municipal meetings, and historical…

Likely audience: Shelby County residents

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: The Boynton Weekly publishes local news, real estate developments, and community event calendars for residents of Boynton Beach, Florida. It consistently covers urban planning, government policy, and major construction…

Likely audience: Boynton Beach residents

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago

From recent posts: Vamp with Stephanie Wood publishes personal essays on travel, social trends, and lifestyle topics, featuring reflective narratives on digital detox, food culture, and hosting. The publication mixes individual anecdotes…

Likely audience: Digital nomads

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: The Street Tree publishes weekly features on specific urban trees, their botanical history, and conservation efforts across the UK. The publication targets readers interested in botany, urban forestry, and local…

Likely audience: Urban planners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: The Story Road publishes serialized travel essays and reflective lifestyle pieces focused on van life, mental health, and career transitions, blending personal narratives with practical advice on storytelling techniques.

Likely audience: Travel writers and storytellers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 12, 2026

Go wherever, and go all the way.

Likely audience: writers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 23 days ago

From recent posts: Acquired Taste publishes a mix of personal essays, curated gift guides, and lifestyle advice covering topics like travel, sleep hygiene, and home decor. The publication targets readers seeking thoughtful recommendations…

Likely audience: Independent writers and bloggers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

A travel publication about everywhere else.

Likely audience: travel writers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

Quality over quantity on film photography, medium format, fine art, and storytelling.

Likely audience: street photographers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

Likely audience: Travel writers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 33 days ago

Great history, and memories of the Anchorage, Alaska you love

Likely audience: Alaska locals

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

My mind wanders far and wide. History, genealogy, current events, nature, and sports...and whatever "godservations" may come my way. Author of the book "Barnstorming Babe--A Slugger's Bumpy Trek Across Small-Town…

Likely audience: Iowa residents

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

The practice and art of photo-video journalism, independent filmmaking, travel writing, occasional gardening, and everything in between.

Likely audience: Photography students

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

Sketches of places being put through their paces.

Likely audience: Travel writers and journalists

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