I am a middle-aged woman who is navigating mid-life challenges. I am also a wife, a mother of a teen, a pet mom, a small business owner and a writer in my soul.

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

BlissDog explores the human–animal bond through therapy dog stories, dog behavior insight, and reflections on how dogs support emotional healing and everyday life.

Quora Top Writer 2018; Florida Barefooter; 5 siblings, 3 daughters, 11 grandkids; curious inner child; almost a kid expert; soulful writing; life essays; how-to's; fiction, flash fiction; kids & adult poetry; Author of 5 books; Vietnam War widow.

A place where dogs, art and unapologetic human–animal connection collide with enough force to shake loose something real.

Weekly stories and tools for raising humans, loving pets, and holding families together—served with heart (and a hint of humor).

GenX essayist chasing creative entrepreneurship, raising teens, and trying to like kale. We're on this odyssey together.

A community for navigating pet loss.

"Like Cats and Dogs: Unleash your inner pet enthusiast! 🐱🐶 Explore breeds, training tips, and heartwarming pet heroism. Join the pet-loving community!"

Sean Dietrich is a columnist, novelist, stand-up storyteller, and musician, known for his commentary on life in the American South. His work has appeared in Newsweek, Reader's Digest, Southern Living, and he makes appearances on the Grand Ole Opry.

A newsletter celebrating animal antics

Writing, reading, dogs, and outdoor life.

I'm Andy. I help Highly Sensitive Woman evolve into powerful creators on Substack through spiritual evolution, sustainable strategy & accountability for women ready to lead. Strategic 1:1 Support & Quarterly Cohorts

Writing about the human–animal bond and what it teaches us about being more human.

A compassionate community for anyone grieving the loss or facing the impending loss of a beloved pet. Find support, understanding, and healing as you navigate the journey through grief and adjust to life without your cherished companion.

Science-based dog training techniques and positive reinforcement strategies for everyday dog owners, with special insights for reactive dogs.

Jill Dyché, executive director of Outta the Cage, shares rescue stories, shelter insights, and bold ideas to inspire change for overlooked shelter dogs. Subscribe to join the pack!

For nearly a decade, I’ve shared my life online. Now I'm making sense of what I’ve learned. 'All of Me' is about living authentically, yes. But it's also about the toll it takes, and how it changes us. Soul food for anyone who dares to be seen.

I'm a humble writer who sees the world through all of the Fads, Trends, & False Narratives of the world. I write on a wide range of subjects: Philosophy, Tech, AI, Sports, Spirituality, Love & Relationships, Sex, Social & Life Issues. Enjoy Your Life

Fiction, fairy tales, and essays, delivered every Wednesday and Sunday

Distracted by Pretty Things is for those who are muddling through life trying to find all the beauty they can amongst the brokenness and bullshit— a diary of sorts where I share stories and musings told with authenticity and a craving for connection.

Helping you build a dog-centric life one woof at a time.

Dispatches from the feline underground.

I want to give you something interesting to think about every single day.

Being a woman of a certain age, I have much to share. Wander with me through memoirs, personal essays, garden notes, and cultural comments.

Mama, author, cat lady, obsessed with dogs

Reporting from the frontlines on the business of life and the future of work.

Join me as I chronicle my journey through the MFA in fiction program and my personal writing path. Now and again, I like to talk about my rescue dogs, Cash and Sully.

You made it. Good. This is a space for people tired of performing fine. Essays on grief, wonder, and slow living — no hacks, no gurus, just honest company. Paid Villagers get the deeper layer. Come as you are.

Police detective-turned-pet detective, story teller, creative thinker (I once flirted an armed robber into custody!), Jesus lover, and crazy enough to believe I can build a massive pet memorial site!

I write to remember, to question, and to connect. Here you’ll find essays, stories, and fragments of life — all the ways I try to make sense of the world, one sentence at a time.

A newsletter about the silliness of (my) life, featuring everyday mishaps, telly, books, bad jokes and perhaps occasional observations about the Royal family (how DOES she get her hair so shiny etc). Cerebral stuff like that.

Get the tips and tools you need to give yourself permission to embrace the changes in midlife and to move forward.

Escritor, Historiador, Gestor Reformado.

This publication has been moved to a new home at www.actioncookbook.com.

A daily note of encouragement for creative people doing hard things