Substacks recommended by Tia Levings, Writer

Recommended by Tia Levings, Writer

Inspiration & writing advice from a trauma-informed writing coach. Discover your authentic voice. Support your mental health. Write stories that change lives, especially your own. Subscribe and receive your free Ditch Your Inner Critic masterclass.

Our Amagansett House

By Victoria Wolff

Stories from our 1829 farmhouse by the sea — a life of restoration, gardens, baking, style, and seasonal rhythms rooted in Amagansett.

Robert Reich

Daily newsletter exposing where power lies — and how it's used and abused

Ahmed Baba News

Political news analysis that is unapologetically pro-democracy and anti-disinformation. Delivered to your inbox 2 to 3 times a week. Become a free or paid subscriber.

Everything is Personal

By Laurie Stone

The story is not about what happened, it's about what the narrator makes of what happened.

"combines fiction, memoir, criticism, and social commentary in ways that are seamless."

- Tia Levings, Writer

Sarah Bessey's Field Notes

The bestselling newsletter from writer Sarah Bessey with exclusive essays, book conversations, good things, special devotional series, theology deep dives, community conversations, and so much more.

Letters from an American

By Heather Cox Richardson

A newsletter about the history behind today's politics.

I need my news calm, intelligent, and written considering the historical and cultural context. Heather's Stack hits the mark.

- Tia Levings, Writer

Anthony Davis' Substack

By Anthony Davis 🎙️

Independent journalist covering US news, politics and culture with a European perspective.

Taking the time for thoughtful commentary and analysis enhances our stability, sanity, and humanity. Resources like Anthony's work are much needed in such a chaotic time as this.

- Tia Levings, Writer

The Wonder Habit™ with D. Michele Perry

A soft place to land in a loud world. On finding creativity & courage at the wild edge of wonder. Newly imagined for 2026, sending you letters that feel like 🍄 whimsical snail 🐌 mail written with hope in an age of doomscrolling.

In Pursuit of Clean Countertops

By Sara Petersen

Calling bullshit on America’s love affair with Perfect Mamas

The Hyphen by Emma Gannon

✨ a cosy online space for curious readers ✨ from Sunday Times Bestselling author Emma Gannon. Books, work, wellbeing & creativity. Top literature Substack globally. "One of Britain’s most prominent Substack writers" — The Times

Sarah Fay

Re-imagining mental health with bestselling author of 'Pathological: The True Story of Six Misdiagnoses,' Sarah Fay

STRONGWILLED

By Krispin Mayfield

Reclaiming autonomy and exploring the long-terms impacts of religious authoritarian parenting.

Over the Influence

By Jo Piazza

A hilarious and often factual romp through motherhood, the world of social media, old-school media, publishing and whatever else catches our fancy.

a powerhouse of clever wit and wisdom in current culture

- Tia Levings, Writer

Du Mez CONNECTIONS

By KKDuMez

Exploring connections between religion, gender, & politics and defending our democracy.

From the author of "Jesus and John Wayne," Kristin's news never fails to reinforce the strategy behind what I experienced in high-control evangelicism.

- Tia Levings, Writer

I'm Listening

By Rev. Angela Denker

Step away from the noise. Take a breath. Join me as I listen.

With my background, I could easily disavow Christianity entirely and no one would really blame me. But Christians who "get it," meaning they understand the message of Jesus apart from the current evangelical expressions matter--to me and to our future. Angela's work is through, kind, and intelligent. I deeply hope her work helps reclaim the language of faith, away from the oppressors.

- Tia Levings, Writer

Abortion, Every Day

By Jessica Valenti

All things abortion. Feminist commentary & community.

Relationship 101

By Jeremiah and Julia

The relationship and sexual health the church (and so many other organizations) didn't want you to have.

Fantastic trauma-informed resource for relationships after high-control religion.

- Tia Levings, Writer

Stephanie Jo Warren's Substack

By A Crack in the Stained Glass

Born into the evangelical movement, raised up in the Joshua generation, conditioned to be in the Lord's army... Dishonorably discharged when I dared ask "why?" I am part of the great falling away. Hi my name is Stephanie, and I am the strong willed child.

Civil Discourse with Joyce Vance

By Joyce Vance

Worried about the state of the republic? Get the legal knowledge & analysis you need to be an advocate for democracy, along with a dose of savvy optimism.

The Preamble

News, politics, and history from #1 NYT-bestselling author Sharon McMahon. Breaking down government and law in straightforward ways you won’t find anywhere else. If you want clarity and context — delivered with sanity and reason — The Preamble is for you.

Storybound Faith

By Marissa Franks Burt

I write about the Bible-as-story, church history, and practical theology in Christian family life. I also create posts and tutorials on writing for publication.

The Hartmann Report

By Thom Hartmann

A Daily Newsletter of Renaissance Thinking about Progressive Politics, Economics, Science, and the Political News Issues of Our Day

I've really appreciated the thoughtful well-roundedness of Thom's posts and as I continue my quest against fundamentalist thinking, I search for resources like this one.

- Tia Levings, Writer

Footnotes by Jemar Tisby

Where faith, history, and justice meet the fierce urgency of now

In Polite Company

By Sarah Stankorb

Reasoned conversation about topics other people avoid in polite company.

The Keepthings

By Deborah Way

What memento would you keep after the death of someone you love? These are the stories of lost loved ones, inspired by the things they left behind. A new story of love + grief every week, plus occasional subscriber bonus content.

Modern Loss

By Rebecca Soffer

Candid conversation and community on the long arc of loss and resilience, by Rebecca Soffer. Beginners welcome. Subscribe now for exclusive content.

Speaking Up: Exposing Fundamentalism

By Andrew Pledger

Cult survivor, podcaster, and writer exposing fundamentalism

Things That Don't Suck

By Andrea Gibson + Megan Falley

One poet's quest to uncover what shifts when we shift our attention

Substack Writers at Work with Sarah Fay

Where real Substack growth happens—with leading Substack Strategist Sarah Fay and the Substack DNA Growth Framework™️

Unaccountable

By Alice Greczyn

Ponderings for freethinkers and nuance enthusiasts, featuring narrative essays, backed-up opinion pieces, and candid musings from Alice Greczyn.

Meidas+

By MeidasTouch Network

The premium hub for MeidasTouch, the fastest growing pro-democracy news network. Bonus articles, exclusive content, and interactive chats. Led by Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas, with exclusive articles by Ron Filipkowski.

It Has to Be Said.

By Frank Schaeffer

Frank Schaeffer takes a look at the world and says what has to be said. A Production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship.

Emily in Your Phone

By Emily Amick

Former Senate Counsel bringing you fact-based, action-oriented analysis and insight into politics and the culture that shapes it.

Exvangelical Explainers with Clare Heath-McIvor

By Clare McIvor

Hi! I'm Clare Heath-McIvor. I write on Dominionism, bad theology, church culture, culture wars, exvangelical life and forging a path out here in the real world with the "normals." You know, things that seem bonkers to people who weren't raised in church.

Assembly Notes by Stacey Abrams

Assembly Notes is where I share ideas, stories, and strategies—from politics to writing to the work of building a better world.

The Parnas Perspective

By Aaron Parnas

Providing you with the Gen Z perspective on all the issues in the news.

Writing in the Dark with Jeannine Ouellette

By Jeannine

For people who do language. Writing saved my life—so I teach writing as if it can save yours.

Gutter Catholic Daily Digest

By Shannon Vavich

My Blue Peninsula

By Cait West

Writing about Life after Christian Patriarchy

Cait is a fellow survivor and writer who offers insight into the ongoing process of healing. Her memoir, Rift, is out in 2024.

- Tia Levings, Writer

Preacher Boys

By Eric Skwarczynski

A newsletter equipping survivors and leaders in the fight against clergy abuse.

Roots & Revolution by Amber Gustafson

First to go to college, last one to leave the farm; a life shaped by tragedy and loss but also tremendous opportunity and luck, I now look back to reckon with the challenges my parents faced while navigating a life very different from the one they led.

The Post-Evangelical Post

By Blake Chastain

Home of the Exvangelical podcast & a newsletter about belief, tech, & society—with a focus on US white evangelicalism.

There's life after and beyond evangelicism.

- Tia Levings, Writer

Fearless and Fulfilled

By Beatrice Weber

This is a space for truth-telling and gentle rebuilding. I share personal stories, steady reflections, and prompts to help you write, feel, and live from your truth.

"a space for women ready to reclaim their power, share their stories, and live life on their terms."

- Tia Levings, Writer