Author Substacks to Follow
collected a wonderful list of The 20 Best Creative Writing Substacks in 2023.
I’m doing a round up of my favourite Turtle Island/Canadian Substacks that I actually read (in alphabetical order) by authors, reviewers, archivists, coaches, and more!
Please note this is not comprehensive—it’s just what I’m reading right now!
Share your favourites with the SMLTA readers in the comments!Art / Life: Scribblings by Michael Bryson is an excellent newsletter for reviews and fiction.
Art / Life: Scribblings by Michael BrysonWriting That Goes Everywhere, ManKerry Clare (author most recently of Asking for a Friend) has been blogging for 23 years! Check out her amazing literary podcast BOOKSPO
Pickle Me ThisA monthly digest of posts from my (23 year old!) blog, including news and book reviews, plus a featured essay for paid subscribers.By Kerry ClareLooking for very short strange fiction? Then you will like George Toles’ Substack! Toles is not only a short fiction writer but also has co-written many of Guy Maddin’s films such as The Saddest Music in the World, Brand Upon the Brain, My Winnipeg and more.George TolesShort fiction by George TolesLilian Nattel’s (author most recently of Only Sisters) new Substack will discuss books by women from around the world. I love Lilian’s reviews on TikTok. Very excited for this new newsletter.
BOOKS AND ROSESThis is Lilian's antidote to despair: finding connection, meaning, beauty in words, art, solidarity, reading books by women around the world. Lilian Nattel has been an international, bestselling novelist with the big five since 1997. By Lilian NattelAward-winning poet ’s beautiful newsletter focuses on poetry, mental health/illness, (im)migration, conflict, the African diaspora.Feud(al)by Tolu OloruntobaBy Tolu OloruntobaKai Cheng Thom’s (author of Falling Back in Love with Being Human Letters to Lost Souls) most recent posts on what What Writers Owe the Dead: On Poetry, Power, Politics & Responsibility and How To Read a Trans Fem Writer are spectacular. 
Kai Cheng ThomLetters from an extremist for love Paul Seesequasis’ (author of Blanket Toss Under Midnight Sun) has brought his 10-year to Substack! Not to be missed!
Indigenous Archival Photo Project All things Indigenous imagery: archival and contemporary By Paul Seesequasis shares reviews and excerpts.
BookwormYour weekly dose of exclusive reviews, book excerpts, and more!By Literary Review of CanadaVery excited for this new Subtack .
Bubble Pop with Rachel GilmoreI'm Rachel Gilmore. I'm your least favourite person's least favourite journalist. Let's pop your bubble✨Rachel Thompson is an author and literary magazine editor whose Substack is a terrific resource for writers demystifying the world of literary magazine publishing. 
Lit Mag LoveI’m Rachel, a literary magazine editor passionate about demystifying the world of literary magazines and helping readers find their place within it. This newsletter is my way of connecting with you, offering practical advice and encouragement.By Rachel Thompson • EditorHabiba’s Substack by focuses on being Palestinian and literary life. A must read!
Habiba’s SubstackA personal set of reflections, aperçus, anecdotes, and ruminations on #Palestine #BeingPalestinian #literaryfigures #lit_scene #lit_thoughts By Quds Mon AmourThe Reframables hosted by Rebecca Davey and Natalie Davey is a podcast looking for fresh perspectives. Especially loved the conversations with Canisia Lubrin and Claudia Day
Reframeables Podcast and NewsletterA podcast and newsletter from two writer-sisters with soft boundaries. We serve up creative conversations with the best artists and thinkers to make us better. Always looking for fresh perspectives.By Rebecca Davey offers publishing industry insider tips, interviews, blogs, and more. Great for those who are looking for an agent.
The Shit No One Tells You About WritingA twice weekly newsletter chock-full of guidance and support from publishing industry insiders. Expect author interviews, guest blogs, giveaways, and more! By The Shit About Writing Team’s Writer Therapy has long been a favourite. Sonal gives amazing writing advice like how to write after illness and what to do if you’ve been rejected everywhere!
Writer TherapyLike Dear Abby, but for writersBy Sonal ChampseeJessica Johnston (writer, journalist, and past EIC of The Walrus) runs! Lots of tips and expert knowledge!
Writing for People Who Hate WritingWhat I learned as the editor-in-chief of The Walrus and throughout my career as an award-winning magazine and newspaper journalist about writing in the face of defeat.By Jessica JohnsonWhat are your favourite Substacks? Share in the comments:Recommended by SMLTA ReadersOne day left for the virtual auction to raise mutual aid funds for Gaza, Lebanon, and Sudan.
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