Substacks recommended by Amran Gowani's Field Research

Recommended by Amran Gowani's Field Research

Shades of Greaves

By Carlos Greaves

A humor column from New Yorker and McSweeney's contributor Carlos Greaves

Carlos provides a rotating mix of craft advice, lessons learned from his self-publishing journey, and sharp commentary on topical issues. Plus, this dude is hilarious.

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Dwell by Andrew Boryga

Reflections on writing, creativity, and the insights I’m learning on my journey toward the publication of my debut novel in March of 2024 and beyond.

Andrew seamlessly blends personal anecdotes and craft advice into thought-provoking essays.

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A dynamic anthology of experimental short fiction, poetry, essays, humor, and multimedia projects from the fiery heart/busy mind of novelist, Meg Oolders.

You should read Meg for her clarity, for her creativity, for her passion, and for the feels.

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A newsletter sharing funny stuff and writing tips written by humorist, author, and professional snack-getter Julie Vick.

Julie is such a delight, and Humor Me is an excellent resource for writers of all stripes.

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By Dennard Dayle

The wasteland's best satire. Dennard Dayle's incriminating newsletter, featuring humor too hot for sane outlets. A vassal state of SeeMoreEvil.com and mandatory reading in 49 states.

Brilliant, sharp satire of the highest caliber. Every word is scorched earth.

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..................stories for the chopping block.................. FRESH MEAT [fresh meet] noun 1. short fiction, often works-in-progress 2. served bi-monthly, sometimes quarterly 3. feedback welcome

Edgy, dark and deranged, Maegan's stories will keep you on your toes.

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By Alicia Kenworthy

ii. incomplete; partial; not affecting the whole of a substance

Gorgeous, vulnerable prose with a sultry dash of sarcasm.

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By Samuel Lopez-Barrantes

a novelist writing tall-tales, essays & music from Paris

Sharp, literary, intellectual.

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Bev Has All The Answers

1st Place Winner online humor in the National Society of Newspaper Columnists 2023 Contest, Honorable Mention in the 2024 Erma Bombeck Writing Competition. Hankerin' to start a podcast.

Astute, surly and sardonic. You've got questions, Bev's got answers.

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By Andrew Paul Koole

taking art & culture a little too seriously

Excellent culture writing from two encyclopedic minds.

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FDD (Fiction Deficit Disorder)

Blurring the lines between fiction and memoir, seasoned with stories from the road.

A keen and "cheeky" observer, Kris writes thought-provoking fiction and memoir in an efficient, elegant, sometimes loopy, voice.

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It's a wonderful world—meet the inhabitants!

Anne takes you on a tour of the hidden, funny, quirky, human sides of The Big Apple every week.

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Brent and Michael Are Going Places

By Brent and Michael are Going Places

The adventures, insights, and travel tips of a gay nomad couple exploring the world. A "Substack Featured" Newsletter! Also seen on CBS Sunday Morning and CNN.com.

Superb travel writing, of course, but so much more. Through fantastic storytelling these digital nomads show you the good, the bad, and sometimes ugly of our fascinating planet.

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This Is a Newsletter!

Where flash fiction meets memes and observational humor about pop culture, current events, and urban millennial life.

Sam writes clever, lyrical prose and isn't afraid to tackle the hot-button issues.

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q-sharp whydunnit

By Jessi Jezewska Stevens

Some of the smartest writing you'll find anywhere.

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The S.A.D Newsletter

By Sharif Islam

A critical look at Software, Algorithm, and Data with a multidisciplinary twist

Sharif writes smartly about technology, economics, and politics to generate surprising insights.

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Situation Normal

By Michael Estrin

Stories for people who enjoy humor with a side of humanity and a dash of insight

Wonderful observational humor written with warmth and humanity. Michael's stories will bring a smile to your face.

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Human in the Post-Human World // Amy Letter

Let's celebrate and preserve the best of this brief and wondrous life on earth despite partially-living in a panopto-skinnerbox ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Whip-smart writing about our fraught relationship with technology, including haunting, thought-provoking fiction.

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By Birgitte Rasine

On the creativity, ingenuity, and untapped potential of humans in an AI-obsessed world

Birgitte brings a sharp eye and a deeply human sensibility to her excellent, thought-provoking analysis of "AI."

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Here's Something

Popular American satirist publishing weekly topical humor. Part catharsis, part diagnosis, all funny.

Fantastic topical satire from a world-class humorist.

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Poe Can Save Your Life

By Catherine Baab-Muguira

Darkly inspired self-help for writers and other creators.

Cat delivers straight talk on the business of art and the business of publishing. A must for aspiring authors.

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