a letter that's very much in its feelings

cold takes on writing, embodiment, and the art of obsession

writing about writing, reading, teaching, running, practicing.

You are not fixed. You are something that is happening.

A newsletter for people seeking to transform life's interruptions into creative grist

letters and essays about fiction, power, beauty and how we live and think, from a novelist, nice things enjoyer, sometimes-organizer. "This newsletter feels like the best of the old internet." - Lit Hub

The Imagination.

passerby is an ongoing photographic and oral archive documenting women since 2015—inviting reflection on womanhood, revealing what is often overlooked.

The person asking a question at the beginning of a Tarot card reading. Or, a newsletter project by Alexander Chee.

144-word essays, book stuff, writing stuff, etc.

a semi-regular dispatch on the intersections of culture, creativity and wellness by j wortham. you may know me from my podcast 'still processing' or 'black futures' or pieces at The New York Times Magazine. welcome.

Thoughts on small potatoes from the author of Butts: A Backstory.

The Magpie is a collection of shiny objects about writing, diaries, creativity, hopes, and obsessions.

The reader is my notebook

An exploration of all the ghosts that haunt me. I’m working through it as an act of healing.

A few thoughts on what I'm wearing, words I'm writing, and the world we wander.

Slow down. Reflect.

a wondrous snack for your day

Writing, recipes, discussions, and recommendations at the intersections of food and literature.

Step into a sanctuary curated by Esmé, featuring guest contributors like R.F. Kuang & Jenny Odell. Each edition presents essays & prompts exploring the beauty/complexity of being alive. Unlock 2 monthly essays & bonus resources with a paid subscription.

Tips from the world's best note takers

Craft essays and criticism on writing, books, and fat liberation from the author of Housemates, Fat Swim, and The Third Rainbow Girl.

Inconstant essays, nostalgia, big feelings, writing thoughts, food, rage.

Infrequent to very infrequent writing updates, and then whatever else ferments.

A continuing conversation.