Italics alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Italics (novel writing, music journalism and creative process). The closest matches are We are the weirdos, mister., Five Things I've Learned and Jazz Is Dead. 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 Italics
storytelling & life
Full profile- 1We are the weirdos, mister.123K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 43 days ago
#1 NYT best-selling author of The Familiar, Ninth House, Shadow & Bone, Six of Crows, The Invisible Parade, and suchlike🌙
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 2Five Things I've Learned87K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday
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
1 shared topic
- 3Jazz Is Dead50K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post today
My personal Substack
Likely audience: music fans
1 shared topic
- 4David Perell's How I Write46K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago
From recent posts: David Perell's How I Write publishes weekly interviews with bestselling authors, screenwriters, and literary figures discussing their specific writing processes, craft techniques, and the intersection of technology and…
Likely audience: writers
1 shared topic
- 5velvet noise41K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 14, 2026
writing toward aliveness
Likely audience: Content creators
1 shared topic
- 6theartiststoolbox38K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago
💡Live creative sessions inspired by the wisdom of 'The Artist's Way' 🎨Supportive community to help you live your creative life ✒Monthly practical tools to boost your artistic practice
Likely audience: Artists seeking creative blocks solutions
1 shared topic
- 7Jimmy Carr36K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 5 days ago
Likely audience: aspiring comedians
1 shared topic
- 8Detrás del Diseño Monoblock33K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago
Monoblock es el lugar de los que cultivan una vida creativa. Desde 2007 hacemos libros, agendas, cuadernos y muchos otros objetos y accesorios para embellecer tu casa y tu vida. ¡Queremos inspirar a todos a hacer cosas…
Likely audience: Creative professionals
1 shared topic
- 9fortherecordink29K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 43 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
1 shared topic
- 10Afrobeats Intelligence presented by OkayAfrica27K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago
From recent posts: This publication profiles Nigerian and African-American artists, directors, and industry figures through biographical essays and in-depth interviews. It covers topics ranging from music video direction and artist…
Likely audience: Music industry professionals
1 shared topic
- 11Incidental Comics25K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 18 days ago
From recent posts: Incidental Comics publishes illustrated verse novels, graphic memoirs, and essays on artistic anxiety and creative process for writers, parents, and artists. The publication mixes book design features, personal…
Likely audience: Authors and illustrators
1 shared topic
- 12The Time Foragers' Club23K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
Time to meet, celebrate the seasons and playfully create together.
Likely audience: seasonal hobbyists
1 shared topic
- 13New Bands for Old Heads22K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago
From recent posts: New Bands for Old Heads publishes weekly curated playlists, album roundups, and personal essays on music fandom and discovery for listeners seeking curated recommendations over algorithmic feeds. The publication blends…
Likely audience: Music enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 14The Process21K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 15 days ago
From recent posts: The Process publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, literary biographies, spoken-word poetry, and business anecdotes. It targets readers interested in cultural narratives, creative struggles, and intimate human…
Likely audience: writers
1 shared topic
- 15Kevin Kermes21K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
Fiction, interviews, and notes from the author of The Problem Seeker.
Likely audience: Substack writers
1 shared topic
- 16Think Like A Game Designer 21K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago
From recent posts: Think Like A Game Designer publishes interviews with board game designers alongside practical essays on game design, prototyping, and creative resilience. It is aimed at aspiring and professional tabletop game designers…
Likely audience: indie game developers
1 shared topic
- 17The Lighthouse21K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 21 days ago
From recent posts: The Lighthouse publishes serialized creative writing, film criticism, and historical fiction featuring author Michael Koehler's work on the novel HOUSE OF SNOW and interviews with directors like Chloé Zhao. The…
Likely audience: Film enthusiasts
1 shared topic
- 18Mark Diacono's Abundance20K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 6, 2026
From recent posts: Mark Diacono's Abundance publishes monthly compendiums mixing food writing, cookbook reviews, and curated music playlists alongside occasional community events like writing workshops and book club promotions. The…
Likely audience: Book lovers
1 shared topic
- 19Flagging Down the Double E's18K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago
From recent posts: Flagging Down the Double E's publishes travel journalism and music history focused on Bob Dylan's rare performances and tour anniversaries. The publication mixes travel series with zine promotions and tour updates.
Likely audience: Bob Dylan fans
1 shared topic
- 20The Creative Shift by Dan Blank16K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago
From recent posts: The Creative Shift by Dan Blank publishes essays on writer marketing, publishing industry trends, and work-life balance for authors and creatives. Content mixes strategic advice on audience outreach with reflective…
Likely audience: writers
1 shared topic
- 21geesebump press16K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post yesterday
hi! i'm anna :) host of Wild Geese Podcast, digital gardener, writer, & silly goose
Likely audience: creative professionals
1 shared topic
- 22Robertas Petrauskas15K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 40 days ago
From recent posts: Robertas Petrauskas publishes a mix of personal essays, music production updates, and literary reflections on ethics and philosophy. The content shifts between his own health challenges, vocal performance struggles, and…
Likely audience: Substack readers
1 shared topic
- 23Ten Minute Artist - Drawing and Journal Prompts14K subscribers
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: Ten Minute Artist publishes daily drawing prompts, journaling exercises, and interviews with illustrators to help readers build consistent creative habits. The publication mixes practical art tutorials with community…
Likely audience: freelance illustrators
1 shared topic
- 24Ad Hoc13K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago
Ad Hoc is a newsletter about the interplay of culture and identity.
Likely audience: creative professionals
1 shared topic
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