Substacks recommended by Neal Thompson

Recommended by Neal Thompson

Blatant self-promotion for my novels because I never want to have a real job again. But, hey, it's only monthly and it's free.

The Grape Gatsby

By Michelle Lentz

Pairing books with wine and spirits

Books paired with wine and sometimes cocktails. Plus a dachshund.

- Neal Thompson

Notes from Three Pines

By Elizabeth

A Celebration of all things Louise Penny and Inspector Gamache

Join me and an all-star cast of book reviewers/curators for this 3-month deep dive into Louise Penny's world of Inspector Gamache and the characters of Three Pines.

- Neal Thompson

Work/Craft/Life

By Neal Bascomb

Illuminating stories of people and the work that shapes their lives. A newsletter that will inspire, move, inform, or just make you say wow! Join our community and broaden your view of the world!

Inspiring stories about real people, intimate looks at their work lives, at a time when we need to understand each other better.

- Neal Thompson

It's Good to Be Here

By Amy Stewart

I explore my world with a sketchbook and encourage you to do the same. Hand-illustrated, with art lessons for paid subscribers.

A hodge-podge of fun shit: books, birds, food, art, writing, drinks. Like a quirky email from your smart, arty aunt.

- Neal Thompson

Herb Sundays

By Sam Valenti IV

Weekly music playlists by curators.

Italics Mine

By Edan Lepucki

The life a novelist/mother in Los Angeles.

Notes From the Margin

By Lisa Unger

Observations, musings and updates from New York Times bestselling author Lisa Unger. Exploring the psyche, culture, and relationships through story.

Psyched! Her books expose the dark side of life and love in the digital age. This newsletter promises to pull back a curtain on how this NYT bestseller does what she does.

- Neal Thompson

What To Read If

By Elizabeth

Where book lovers find their next great read.

A nice mix of weekly book recs and author interviews.

- Neal Thompson

Read More Books

By Jeremy Anderberg

Book reviews, discussions, lists, and more — delivered every Tuesday and Friday morning.

A few of my fave things: reviews, interviews, book news. Lit AF!

- Neal Thompson

CRAFT TALK

By Craft Talk

CRAFT TALK is a weekly newsletter about writing, creativity and productivity from author Jami Attenberg. This is also the home of #1000wordsofsummer, where, once a year, we write 1000 words a day together for two weeks straight. (In 2024 it begins 6/1!)

Cocktails With Suderman

By Peter Suderman

The home bartender's guide. Tips, tricks, techniques, and recipes. A new edition most every Friday, and sometimes in between.

Blood & Whiskey

Recommended by Neal Thompson