Writing & Publishing Newsletters

15 newsletters in this category

Browse 50+ writing newsletters covering craft improvement, publishing industry, copywriting, content creation, and building an audience. These newsletters help writers at every stage of their journey.

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Austin Kleon's Newsletter

Austin Kleon's Newsletter

Weekly newsletter from the bestselling author of 'Steal Like an Artist' and 'Show Your Work.' Austin shares creative inspiration, reading recommendations, and insights on living a creative life.

Weekly Free
Writing Creator Productivity
Catapult Daily

Catapult Daily

Stories that stick. Catapult's newsletter delivers daily award-winning essays, fiction, and writing advice that explores identity and the craft of storytelling.

Daily Free
Writing Education
David Perell's Newsletter

David Perell's Newsletter

Essays on writing, creativity, and the internet from the creator of Write of Passage. David Perell helps writers build audiences and share ideas online.

Weekly Free
Writing Creator Business
Electric Literature (The Commuter)

Electric Literature (The Commuter)

Making literature more exciting. Electric Literature delivers a daily dose of smart, provocative, and inclusive literary culture, specializing in fiction, essays, and poetry from underrepresented voices.

Daily / Weekly Free
News Writing
Electric Speed (Jane Friedman)

Electric Speed (Jane Friedman)

Essential digital tools and advice for writers. Jane Friedman's 'Electric Speed' provides bi-weekly insights into the publishing industry, marketing tactics, and digital tools for authors.

Bi-weekly Free / Paid
Writing Marketing
For The Interested

For The Interested

Proven strategies for creative entrepreneurs. Josh Spector shares tips on growth, productivity, and copywriting.

Weekly Free
Creator Productivity Writing
Lit Hub Daily

Lit Hub Daily

The best of the literary web. Lit Hub Daily provides a daily curation of the most interesting stories from the world of books, culture, and high-end literary magazine features.

Daily Free
Culture Writing
Longreads (Weekly)

Longreads (Weekly)

The best stories on the web. Longreads delivers a weekly selection of the finest long-form narrative journalism, essays, and fiction from across the internet.

Weekly Free / Member
Writing Culture
Narratively (The Weekly)

Narratively (The Weekly)

Human stories, untold. Narratively curates and publishes extraordinary true stories about ordinary people, focusing on the weird, the wonderful, and the deeply human.

Weekly Free / Paid
News Writing
On Substack

On Substack

The pulse of the newsletter revolution. On Substack is the official publication for the writers and readers who are building a new media ecosystem.

Several times weekly Free
Writing News Technology
Poem of the Day

Poem of the Day

A daily dose of verse. The Poetry Foundation's newsletter delivers a classic or contemporary poem to your inbox every morning, curated by their world-class editorial team.

Daily Free
News Writing
The Creative Independent (Daily)

The Creative Independent (Daily)

A resource for creative people. The Creative Independent provides daily interviews and 'Guides' from artists, writers, and musicians on how to live and work in the modern world.

Daily Free
News Writing
The Time Is Now (Poets & Writers)

The Time Is Now (Poets & Writers)

The writer's companion. Poets & Writers' newsletter provides weekly assignments, writing prompts, and the most comprehensive database of grants and awards for writers.

Weekly Free
Writing Education
Total Annarchy

Total Annarchy

Ann Handley's fortnightly newsletter about writing, marketing, and life. One of the most respected voices in content marketing shares insights on how to write better.

Bi-weekly Free
Marketing Writing
Writer’s Digest University & Prompts

Writer’s Digest University & Prompts

The 'Bible' for writers. Writer's Digest newsletters provide daily writing prompts, expert craft advice, and industry news to help you get published and stay inspired.

Daily / Weekly Free
Writing Education

About Writing & Publishing Newsletters

About Writing Newsletters

Writing newsletters help writers improve their craft, navigate publishing, and build audiences for their work. The best writing newsletters combine practical advice with inspiration and community.

What You’ll Find

  • Craft Improvement: Techniques, exercises, and writing wisdom
  • Publishing: Traditional publishing, self-publishing, and industry news
  • Copywriting: Persuasive writing and conversion techniques
  • Content Writing: Blog posts, articles, and web content
  • Newsletter Writing: Building and growing your own newsletter
  • Fiction: Novel writing, short stories, and creative writing

Who Should Subscribe?

  • Writers improving their craft
  • Authors navigating publishing
  • Copywriters sharpening their skills
  • Content Creators producing written content
  • Journalists and media professionals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q.What newsletters help improve writing skills?

Newsletters from experienced writers like Ann Handley, David Perell, and Austin Kleon provide craft advice and writing inspiration.

Q.Are there newsletters about the publishing industry?

Yes! Several newsletters cover traditional publishing, self-publishing, and the business side of being an author.

Q.Which newsletters focus on copywriting?

Marketing-focused writing newsletters cover copywriting techniques, conversion optimization, and persuasive writing.

Q.How do I build an audience as a writer?

Newsletter-focused publications like The Sample and Substack Reads cover audience building and newsletter growth strategies.

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