Substacks recommended by Heather Garbo | Write Your Next Chapter

Recommended by Heather Garbo

The personal side of a life in publishing, including book talk, craft tips, and advice on submissions, along with more casual observations about the wider publishing world.

Bookish

By Christine Sneed

Books & book-adjacent topics, taking the long view, the writing life, and related resources. Posts every 5-6 days.

Dear Whole Writer

By Nicole Meier

Write, revise, and publish from a place of wholeness.

Chapter Break

By Alyssa Matesic

Writing advice and book publishing insights from industry leaders and established authors put together by your friendly neighborhood book editor!

Pitch Your Novel

By Karin Gillespie

Publishing is a culture and if you don’t speak the language, you’ll fumble around. Consider me your sherpa. I’ve been involved in publishing for over 20 years as an author, but every week I research the most up-to-date information to help you succeed.

Eva's Newsletter for Writers

By Eva Langston

resources for writers on the journey to publication

Thriving Writers Newsletter

By Mary Kole & Good Story Company

All about writing— the craft, submission, publishing, and career building for writers of all kinds and ability levels.

SubMakk

By Rebecca Makkai

Rebecca Makkai's Substack: mostly writing and books! but also Zillow, true crime, etymology, food, general inanity

Jenna's Substack - Author + Agent + Human

By Jenna Satterthwaite

Hi, and welcome to my newsletter! I'm an author and literary agent, here to talk about all things publishing: the good, the bad and the ugly. So glad you're here!

Before and After the Book Deal

By Courtney Maum

Real talk about the writing + publishing industry from an author who doesn’t want you to feel confused, bewildered, or alone. Plus: craft tips, reading recommendations, writing support + solidarity (unless you are a jerk to people in the comments).

This Itch of Writing with Emma Darwin

All about fiction and creative non-fiction: writing it, reading it, teaching it and occasionally hating it

Devon Halliday

writer, editor, teacher, & former literary agent who's spent 9 years in & out of the publishing industry

Start with the post, "My Literary Fiction Is More Literary Than Yours." A MUST READ if you’re an aspiring novelist trying to understand the difference between literary, upmarket and commercial. Even if you think you understand, you should still read this. And bookmark it. And come back to read it again later. It’s that insightful.

- Heather Garbo

Eric Smith's Substack

Advice and bookish news from literary agent and author Eric Smith.

Andrea Bartz: Get It Write

Welcome to your new favorite writing community! Discuss & demystify publishing with candid interviews, fresh writing tips & industry intel from a NYT bestselling thriller author. (Public posts = book news, Ask a Bookseller & occasional satire). Join us!

Midstack

By Jessica Smock

A membership community for midlife women who want to write, connect, and grow on Substack, from the editors of Midstory Magazine.

Not So Secret Agent

By Sally Ekus

An inside look at cookbook publishing from Sally Ekus, a senior literary agent (and mom, improvisor, and taco enthusiast!). Join a growing community of readers who value transparency and practical insights.

Just Reading All Day

By Danielle Bukowski

What does a literary agent do? Thoughts on book publishing & advice for writers.

#AmWriting

By The #AmWriting Podcast

#AmWriting is a podcast and Groupstack hosted by KJ Dell’Antonia, Jess Lahey, Sarina Bowen, & Jennie Nash. Listen, read and join up for hard-won advice and inspiration to help you play big in your writing life and finish work that matters.

Publishing Confidential

By Kathleen Schmidt

News and analysis about the book publishing industry that you won't read anywhere else.

How to Glow in the Dark

By Neon Literary

Book publishing advice and community for authors of fiction and nonfiction, written by the agents at Neon Literary.

Writerly Things with Brooke Warner

I am an author advocate, publisher of She Writes Press, co-founder of Memoir Nation, book industry insider, and champion to writers who show up to the page because they must.

The Shit No One Tells You About Writing

By The Shit About Writing Team

A twice weekly newsletter chock-full of guidance and support from publishing industry insiders. Expect author interviews, guest blogs, giveaways, and more!

Literary agents Vicky Weber and Cathie Hedrick-Armstrong are dishing out insider secrets on the publishing industry, sharing laugh-out-loud writing tips—plus whatever else pops into our heads. Expect real talk, a few rants, and advice.

It's Not Too Late

By Jennifer Louden

Thoughts on desire, power, rage, & women ruling the world.

Erin’s Third Act

By Erin C. Niumata

I want to connect with others who care deeply about the written word. I’ll write about the publishing industry, the craft of writing, and all things books. I am a literary agent who has been in the business for over three decades.

Beyond the First Draft

Help for writers ready to honor their creative writing dreams and grow in the craft with a heavy focus on revision. Often will share pep talks I need to tell myself because I imagine someone else may need to hear them, too.

The Art & Business of Book Coaching

By Jennie Nash

Helping book coaches build effective businesses so they can give writers a fighting chance in an unpredictable marketplace. (Secretly great for writers to learn how to level up, too.) Posts Fridays.