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Best Reader-supported Publishing Newsletters in 2026

NewsletterFIT tracks 12 newsletters that cover Reader-supported publishing as a primary topic, 10 of them with posts in the last 90 days. By publicly shown subscriber count, the largest are jouissance (79K), Engaged Liberation (4K) and Story Wise (200).

Updated Nov 11, 2026 · sorted by publicly shown subscribers · methodology

  1. 1
    jouissance79K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    on the pleasures of beauty, literature, and being alive caitlyn@fromatoztalent.com

    Likely audience: subscribers of reader-supported publications

  2. 2
    Engaged Liberation4K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 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

  3. 3
    Story Wise200 subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: The author reflects on finding structure in personal storytelling through their Tiny Book Challenge and announces that the next challenge will open soon. The post is from a reader-supported publication and includes a su…

    Likely audience: aspiring authors

  4. 4
    ellieinthe4d—

    SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: The author argues against interpreting reality through a personal identity lens, cautioning against reducing perception to desired identity frameworks. The article is reader-supported and invites subscriptions.

    Likely audience: readers interested in media theory

  5. 5
    Well Read & Well Fed—

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

    On publishing, cookbooks and food writing

    Likely audience: food writers

  6. 6
    grief & grits—

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

    notes on grief, love and community from the Black queer rural South

    Likely audience: readers experiencing grief

  7. 7
    Peter Alsop’s Substack—

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 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

  8. 8
    authorkimcormack—

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: This author-run newsletter mixes personal health updates, fiction excerpts from the Children of Ankh universe, and book recommendations with promotions for Canadian authors and reader-supported subscriptions. It serves…

    Likely audience: paid subscribers

  9. 9
    William Auten Stories and Newsletter—

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 11 days ago

    Fiction (long and short) and newsletter once a month. Extraordinary stories about ordinary Americans.

    Likely audience: readers of literary fiction

  10. 10
    Omnisyntra Journal—

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 6, 2026

    Omnisyntra Journal is your guide to the journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and transformation.

    Likely audience: trauma survivors

  11. 11
    A Ripple Away—

    Substacklast post Sep 25, 2023

    Calm waves of heartfelt living & branding wisdom ⭒☾⁺₊⋆ Identity design insights / tips for those who feel deeply & lead with heart.

    Likely audience: newsletter subscribers

  12. 12
    The Dogged Reporter—

    Substacklast post Mar 1, 2024

    Ahmar Khan is the Dogged Reporter. He's been through trials and tribulations and whilst serving in mainstream media, always aimed to elevate vulnerable voices, provide context through challenging topics and always told…

    Likely audience: newsletter readers

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