Substacks recommended by John Pearce

Recommended by John Pearce

David hoffman

The Contrarian

Unflinching journalism in defense of democracy

Cultural Capital

By James Marriott

A newsletter about ideas, literature and the arts

GeopoliticsUnplugged Substack

Geopolitics Unplugged is your premier source for raw, expert-driven analysis of global power dynamics, where world events are dissected to reveal their true geopolitical significance. No Henny Penny. Just data. Just sources.

David Downie

Downie is author of the new family memoir Shadows of Rome, plus an entire library of Paris books. My favorite (after the memoir) is Paris, Paris, which is still my go-to guide to the city.

- John Pearce

Writing Wednesdays

By Matt Lillywhite

Writing Wednesdays is a weekly newsletter designed to help you write for a living.

the reading list

By chloe

a new list of book recommendations every sunday

MONEY JUNGLE

By Yuri Zhivago

I write about law and society and about my love of people and for equal justice for all in the world today.

Always worth reading.

- John Pearce

Irma’s Substack

My personal Substack

The Culturist

Pursuing the true, good, and beautiful — in history, art, and culture.

Critical Thinking with Lique

A NEW way of thinking. I want to change the way people think. I want to bring something positive into the world. I want to make people THINK!

If there's one thing we need more of, it's critical thinking.

- John Pearce

Lorraine’s Substack

By Lorraine Evanoff

The Lolo Report

Wonkette

By Rebecca Schoenkopf

Wonkette is filthy, hilarious, liberal news. YOU CAN HANDLE THE TRUTH!

Escape the Cubicle

By Wes Pearce

Regular insights & community support on how to "Escape the Cubicle" & build a freedom life by growing an audience on Substack and creating digital products. 💡

StoryWorlds with Junot Díaz

By Junot Díaz

“So howled out for the world to give him a name. The indark answered with wind.” ― Samuel R. Delany, Dhalgren :: Reflections on fiction and worldbuilding, on diasporas and elsewheres.

Sage's Pages

By Susan Sage

This newsletter will include my literary journey, as well as my recommended reads. I'm a multi-genre author, and a dabbler in poetry.

Open Windows- Ann Telnaes

Ann Telnaes- Artist, visual storyteller, creator of "Open Windows"

To a Green Thought

By Garth Greenwell

Books, art, music, movies

Footnotes and Tangents

By Simon Haisell

Slow reads of great books. Book guides and a reading community to help you get more from the best stories.

Eva's Newsletter for Writers

By Eva Langston

resources for writers on the journey to publication

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.

Anne Can't Stand It!

By Anne Gibbons

Cartoons to lighten the way out of our planetary looney bin

Story Club with George Saunders

A place to explore the way the short story works.

It's Not Just You

By ☀️Susanna Schrobsdorff

I'm a former executive editor and columnist at TIME magazine and Newsweek, now living in Paris after leaving Brooklyn with two suitcases and dog.

The Dworkin Report

By Scott Dworkin

Insight into national politics and elections from a seasoned and fearless independent journalist, delivered to your inbox daily so you can stay inspired and informed—while you push back on Trump and corporate media.

Made From What's Not Real

By David Perlmutter

The writings and musings of Canadian historian and speculative fiction writer David Perlmutter

Paul Krugman

Notes on economics and more

Today's Edition Newsletter

By Robert Hubbell

A reflection on today's news through the lens of hope.

Lucian Truscott Newsletter

By Lucian K. Truscott IV

I've covered everything from three wars, a few presidential campaigns, the Stonewall riots and the Rolling Stones. This column reflects that history and is about politics, culture, personal stories, and the nation's descent into anti-democratic madness.

Letters from an American

By Heather Cox Richardson

A newsletter about the history behind today's politics.

The Storytelling Edge

By Joe Lazer

A newsletter for marketers, entrepreneurs, and creatives who want to unleash their storytelling superpowers, build a following, and stand out in a world of AI slop.

Part-Time Parisian

Recommended by John Pearce