To Be Livin' Poetry and Prose alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

By twenty-five, I had lost my father, brother, and mother. I ran. I dissolved. I started again. This is that story. Self-narrated for an immersive storytelling experience. Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Likely audience: readers of memoirs

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

How we write is how we live. And how we live is how we write. A dose of creative writing for the soul.

Likely audience: writers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

Pull up a chair for recipes, lifestyle & more — with every new Modern Nonna recipe delivered ad-free to paid members.

Likely audience: Home cooks

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Five Things I've Learned publishes live and on-demand classes where writers, artists, and journalists share practical lessons from their careers. It is aimed at readers interested in writing craft, creative process, and…

Likely audience: writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

Discover extraordinary true stories celebrating the diversity of humanity.

Likely audience: memoir readers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago

Jack Raines' essays on all things behavioral finance, markets, work, and life.

Likely audience: writers and authors

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

Four verticals edited by Sari Botton: MEMOIR MONDAY, collab w/ Granta, Narratively, The Rumpus, Orion, The Walrus, Electric Lit, LitHub, Oldster; FIRST PERSON SINGULAR original essays; THE LIT LAB interviews + craft…

Likely audience: paid newsletter subscribers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: DOG'S Life publishes weekly articles on canine behavior, health, and safety for dog owners, featuring science-backed explanations of dog psychology alongside practical care advice and occasional cultural recommendations.

Likely audience: dog owners

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 42 days ago

essays, creative rituals & journaling frameworks to help you document your life and return to what feels true (+ bts of building a biz).

Likely audience: creatives

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SubstackWeekly · last post 16 days ago

An ad-free space where we can cleanly unpack the messiness of pop culture - from cultural commentator, recovering theater kid and fashion columnist Evan Ross Katz.

Likely audience: Parents navigating divorce

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

From recent posts: Miaverse publishes short-form fantasy fiction, author interviews, and book promotion narratives centered on Mia Sands' magical realism series. The publication targets readers interested in creative writing struggles…

Likely audience: Romance novel readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 28 days ago

notes on culture, lifestyle, & media

Likely audience: book lovers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 27 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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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago

From recent posts: Not Special publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, cultural observations, and curated recommendations covering topics like grief, social media trends, and seasonal lifestyle. The publication targets readers…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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Substacklast post Jul 22, 2026

From recent posts: Well-Read Black Girl publishes a mix of personal essays on motherhood, mental health, and creative recovery alongside roundups of writing grants, residencies, and literary resources. The publication serves writers and…

Likely audience: writers and poets

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Munch Menus publishes a weekly mix of parenting advice, recipes, and cultural roundups for parents navigating childcare and personal challenges. The publication features practical guides like lunchbox planners and…

Likely audience: Parents with young children

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

Popular is a twice-weekly newsletter on creativity, process, research, and making something of your own.

Likely audience: writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: The Aging Well Newsletter publishes personal essays by Dr. Janice Walton, an 87-year-old psychologist, on aging, self-compassion, mental health, and quality of life. It is written for older adults and caregivers seeking…

Likely audience: older adults

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 37 days ago

From recent posts: The publication features personal essays, memoirs, and literary event coverage focusing on themes of family dynamics, therapy, and cultural experiences. It serves writers and readers interested in memoir writing, mental…

Likely audience: Parents and caregivers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 16 days ago

From recent posts: Dana DuBois | I Write Out Loud is a culture-focused newsletter blending personal essays, memoir writing, and audio storytelling. Recent issues cover topics such as digital privacy in relationships, San Francisco…

Likely audience: memoir writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

tarot for smart people with big feelings

Likely audience: Halloween hobbyists

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

Join thousands of subscribers! Get the latest crafts, crochet and amigurumi patterns delivered to to your inbox!

Likely audience: crafters

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Ana Holanda publishes personal essays on family memoir and aging alongside promotional content for her online writing courses. The publication mixes reflective literary pieces with direct calls to action for beginners…

Likely audience: Aspiring writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Onwards and Sideways! publishes a mix of personal essays, travel reviews, and pop culture interviews featuring authors like Sophia Money-Coutts and Cleo. The content covers diverse topics including museum exhibitions…

Likely audience: podcast listeners

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