The Untangling alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as The Untangling (book recommendations, literary reviews and writing community). The closest matches are GRETAGRAM, Why We Met and thatwriterjennycolgan. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 13, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
About The Untangling
A publication for deep feelers and the intellectually curious—essays that make readers feel understood in their grief, doubts, and complicated truths
- book recommendations
- literary reviews
- writing community
- holiday reading
- 1GRETAGRAM8K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago
From recent posts: GRETAGRAM is a culture-focused newsletter that blends author interviews, book club discussions, and personal essays. Its episodes cover diverse topics—from literary fiction and linguistics to wellness and career…
Likely audience: podcast listeners
2 shared topics
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SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago
A real-life rom com in reverse. 💔 ❤️ Publishing journey. 📚 British-American agented novelist on sub to Big 5. Editor day job (not glam kind), cat lady, avid reader, afternoon tea lover. 🐈⬛ 🫖 Lived 📌 UK, US…
Likely audience: Aspiring authors
2 shared topics
- 3
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 19 days ago
From recent posts: That Writer Jenny Colgan publishes weekly essays blending book reviews, publishing industry insights, and personal writing advice. The publication features mixed formats including literary criticism, author interviews…
Likely audience: Literary critics
2 shared topics
- 4
SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago
A weekly letter for readers who want to feel something. Every week I will share the current book club read, a personal reflection, and a cozy rec to make your reading life richer.
Likely audience: book lovers
2 shared topics
- 5
SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 3, 2026
Likely audience: book lovers
2 shared topics
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1 shared topic
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Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago
The best books about everything.
Likely audience: literature enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 9Austin Kleon314K subscribers
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Weekly art, writing, and creative inspiration from the author of Steal Like an Artist and other bestsellers.
Likely audience: Book lovers and readers
1 shared topic
- 10The Booker Prizes270K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago
Sign up to the Booker Prizes newsletter, where you can discover our long reads, book recommendations, exclusive interviews and much more, from the world's greatest writers of fiction.
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 11Read Your Color222K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago
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Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 12Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club200K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago
The right book can change your life. Join Reese Witherspoon and 500,000+ readers to go beyond the page — with monthly picks, author conversations, and deeper discussions you won’t find anywhere else.
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 13postcards by elle130K subscribers
Substacklast post Jun 30, 2026
From recent posts: Postcards by Elle publishes a rotating mix of curated cultural lists, weekly reading syllabi, and personal essays on topics like music, film, and mental health. The publication targets an audience interested in…
Likely audience: Individuals seeking self-reflection
1 shared topic
- 14No More Shitty Books103K subscribers
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The stuff you need to know so you don't waste your time on books that suck
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
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recommendations & miscellaneous delights for your off-hours
Likely audience: book lovers
1 shared topic
- 16The Shit No One Tells You About Writing90K subscribers
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A twice weekly newsletter chock-full of guidance and support from publishing industry insiders. Expect author interviews, guest blogs, giveaways, and more!
Likely audience: Published authors
1 shared topic
- 17Weeknight Dinner Club by The Modern Proper88K subscribers
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Recipes for your Monday through Friday, and sometimes Sundays.
Likely audience: home cooks
1 shared topic
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Likely audience: Book readers and fans of Liane Moriarty
1 shared topic
- 19Emily in Your Phone with Emily Amick73K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post today
From recent posts: Emily in Your Phone with Emily Amick publishes a mix of political roundups, cultural commentary, book recommendations, and personal essays, with recurring Friday and Wednesday editions. It targets readers interested in…
Likely audience: politically engaged readers
1 shared topic
- 20Slow Brew Sunday66K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago
From recent posts: Slow Brew Sunday is a weekly personal newsletter from Jules Acree that blends reflections on motherhood, aging, and home renovation with curated media recommendations and community engagement. The publication mixes…
Likely audience: Book lovers and readers
1 shared topic
- 21The Reading List63K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago
A new list of book recommendations or reading how to/guide every Sunday
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 22THE WHAT60K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago
From recent posts: THE WHAT is a culture newsletter that mixes personal essays, lifestyle tips, and media recommendations with occasional tech and travel features. The publication targets readers interested in mental health, wellness, and…
Likely audience: newsletter readers
1 shared topic
- 23Tlonletter53K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
From recent posts: Tlonletter is an Italian culture newsletter that publishes essays on psychology, literature, and AI alongside podcast episodes and book club events. It serves readers interested in deep cultural analysis, literary…
Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 24CRAFT TALK52K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago
CRAFT TALK is a weekly newsletter about writing, creativity and productivity from author Jami Attenberg. This is also the home of #1000wordsofsummer, where, once a year, we write 1000 words a day together for two weeks…
Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers
1 shared topic
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