Substacks recommended by Amran Gowani's Field Research

Recommended by Amran Gowani's Field Research

The Takedown

By Carlos Greaves

The last remaining voice of reason.

Carlos Picante is spicy!

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The Real Story

By Brent Hartinger

The website and newsletter of novelist/screenwriter Brent Hartinger. The story of my writing career is almost as interesting as my books and movies!

Brent delivers refreshing real-talk on the agony and ecstasy of making a living as an artist.

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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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Stock Fiction

By Meg Oolders

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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Humor Me

By Julie Vick

Funny stuff and writing tips from 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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Extra Evil

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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FRESH MEAT

By Maegan Heil

..................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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Catalectic

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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if not, Paris

By Samuél Lopez-Barrantes

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

Sharp, literary, intellectual.

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Bev Has All The Answers

By Bev Potter

1st Place Winner online humor in the National Society of Newspaper Columnists 2023 Contest, Honorable Mention in the 2024 Erma Bombeck Writing Competition. 2075 Nobel Peace Prize winner.

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

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Ponytail Press

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)

By Kris Mole

Blurring the lines between fiction and memoir, often dark, seasoned with stories from the road. Warning: Strong language and themes which some people might find upsetting.

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

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CAFÉ ANNE

By Anne Kadet

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!

By Sam Colt

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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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

Celebrate and preserve the best of our brief and wondrous life on earth despite partially-living in a panopto-skinnerbox ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Just click thru the hype and READ

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

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The Muse

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

By Eli Grober

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

Gothic 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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