Austin Kleon's Newsletter
by Austin Kleon
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.
About Austin Kleon's Newsletter
Austin Kleon's weekly newsletter is a regular dose of creative inspiration. Each edition shares what Austin's been reading, watching, thinking about, and creating — plus links to interesting things he's found online. Austin's approachable, generous style makes creativity feel accessible. His newsletter extends the philosophy of his bestselling books: that creativity is for everyone and that showing your work builds connection.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Austin brings warmth and accessibility to creative advice. Unlike productivity-focused creators, he emphasizes the joy of making things and the importance of sharing your process. His concept of 'showing your work' has influenced how a generation of creators think about building an audience.
Who Should Subscribe?
Austin Kleon's newsletter is ideal for: - Creatives seeking inspiration and encouragement - Writers and artists wanting a generous creative community - Fans of his bestselling books - Anyone interested in living a more creative life - Readers who love book recommendations If you want creativity that feels inviting rather than intimidating, Austin delivers.
Content Format
Each weekly newsletter includes: - What Austin's working on - Book and media recommendations - Links to interesting things online - Thoughts on creativity and process - Occasional artwork and blackout poetry
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- Bestselling author shares generously
- Warm, accessible approach to creativity
- Excellent book recommendations
- Consistent weekly publication
- Free and substantial
- Feels like a creative friend
Cons
- More inspirational than tactical
- Less business-focused than some creator newsletters
- May feel slow-paced for productivity seekers
- Not focused on any specific creative discipline
Frequently Asked Questions
What books has Austin Kleon written?
Austin is the NYT bestselling author of 'Steal Like an Artist,' 'Show Your Work!,' 'Keep Going,' and other books on creativity.
Is the newsletter free?
Yes, Austin's weekly newsletter is completely free.
What is 'blackout poetry'?
Blackout poetry is Austin's art form where he creates poems by blacking out words on newspaper articles, leaving only selected words visible.
How often does Austin publish?
Austin sends his newsletter weekly, typically on Fridays.
What does 'Show Your Work' mean?
Show Your Work is Austin's philosophy (and book title) about sharing your creative process openly to build an audience and connect with others.
About the Author: Austin Kleon
Austin Kleon
Austin Kleon is the New York Times bestselling author of 'Steal Like an Artist,' 'Show Your Work!,' and 'Keep Going.' His books have been translated into dozens of languages. Austin describes himself as 'a writer who draws' and is known for his blackout poetry made from newspaper articles. He lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife and two sons.
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