grief & grits alternatives: newsletters like it
24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as grief & grits (grief and bereavement, cancer loss and seasonal depression). The closest matches are jouissance, Kimbra’s Substack and Humans vs Retirement. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.
Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology
About grief & grits
notes on grief, love and community from the Black queer rural South
- grief and bereavement
- cancer loss
- seasonal depression
- sewing as coping
- 1jouissance79K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago
on the pleasures of beauty, literature, and being alive caitlyn@fromatoztalent.com
Likely audience: subscribers of reader-supported publications
1 shared topic
- 2Kimbra’s Substack20K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago
A newsletter of essays, poems, paintings and thought-wanderings from the musical and spiritual wells I draw from in my creative process.
Likely audience: Substack subscribers
1 shared topic
- 3Humans vs Retirement13K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 54 days ago
Retirement is more of a human problem than a maths one!...I will offer practical insights into the world of retirement planning that focuses on all the main financial and non financial areas that need to be addressed.
Likely audience: adults caring for ageing parents
1 shared topic
- 4Girl Resting6K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago
Likely audience: newsletter subscribers
1 shared topic
- 5Engaged Liberation4K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago
There are a lot of things we need to get Liberated from. You know it and I know it. Engaged Liberation is less about self-help and more about communal-health. Let's dive in, let's get free!
Likely audience: readers of Engaged Liberation
1 shared topic
- 6The Friday Poem 3K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago
From recent posts: The Friday Poem publishes literary reviews and curated poetry selections focusing on themes of loss, illness, and transformation. It serves readers interested in contemporary poetry, literary criticism, and mental…
Likely audience: Poets and writers
1 shared topic
- 7My Little Edinburgh - Coffee Shop Journals3K subscribers
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago
From recent posts: My Little Edinburgh publishes a rotating mix of personal lifestyle essays, local Edinburgh guides, and cultural festival tips for residents and visitors. The publication covers topics ranging from family life and…
Likely audience: travelers visiting Edinburgh
1 shared topic
- 8BAD ASIAN2K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago
From recent posts: BAD ASIAN publishes a mix of personal essays, cultural critiques, and literary analysis focused on Asian American identity, mixed-race representation, and feminism. The publication targets readers interested in…
Likely audience: Asian American readers
1 shared topic
- 9A Little Detour with Tove Danovich2K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago
Likely audience: newsletter subscribers
1 shared topic
- 10sunshinemoontime2K subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago
Writer exploring visibility, power, and the erotic female body in public space. 54 years old. "A picture is a secret about a secret; the more it tells you, the less you know." --Diane Arbus
Likely audience: Substack readers
1 shared topic
- 11ameliaguerin2K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 16, 2026
From recent posts: This newsletter publishes personal essays and reflections on grief, existential anxiety, and the emotional aftermath of sudden loss. It is intended for readers processing personal trauma and contemplating mortality.
Likely audience: individuals experiencing existential anxiety
1 shared topic
- 12APAGAR PARA TODOS2K subscribers
Substacklast post Jul 14, 2026
Crônicas
Likely audience: general readers
1 shared topic
- 13sararianbooks1K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 20 days ago
a place to share updates and reflect on my bite-sized poetry about grief and death loss.
Likely audience: people experiencing grief
1 shared topic
- 14density dad1K subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 14 days ago
Dad In the City 🏗️ A father who shares insights on raising kids in the built enviornment, ensuring families too can benefit from smart growth and urbanism.
Likely audience: Individuals experiencing seasonal depression
1 shared topic
- 15Dear Black Gay Men’s Substack1K subscribers
Substacklast post Jul 22, 2026
Dear Black Gay Men Weekly is your weekly dopeness reminder and your favorite content creator’s favorite content.
Likely audience: kink community members
1 shared topic
- 16Story Wise200 subscribers
SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago
Likely audience: aspiring authors
1 shared topic
- 17The Kingswood200 subscribers
SubstackMonthly or less · last post 22 days ago
Pursuing the life we long for through great books, poetry, art, film, theology, culture, and more.
Likely audience: poetry readers
1 shared topic
- 18
SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago
Likely audience: readers interested in media theory
1 shared topic
- 19
SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago
Essays about what happens after survival stops being the full-time job. Grief, neurodivergence, belonging, dark humor, and one German Shepherd who considers herself management.
Likely audience: readers of personal essays
1 shared topic
- 20
SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago
On publishing, cookbooks and food writing
Likely audience: food writers
1 shared topic
- 21
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago
20 years Cancer & 4 auto-immune disorder free. Practitioner for 20+ years. Nutrition, health and detoxification.
Likely audience: Christian readers
1 shared topic
- 22
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago
Indie creators of content for the curious. Exploring where Science, Comedy, Books, Music and Art meet.
Likely audience: mental health advocates
1 shared topic
- 23
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago
Two girls, managing a small working farm nestled in a holler in eastern Kentucky. Together we combine art, food and farming to feed our community unique and lovely things.
Likely audience: homesteaders
1 shared topic
- 24
SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago
And now, ... we're here! 50 years of songs, poems & and videos with laughter, life lessons & music that have been helping folks live better for years. Glad you're here too!
Likely audience: Substack newsletter subscribers
1 shared topic
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