Substacks recommended by Chrissy Hennessey

Recommended by Chrissy Hennessey

I'm just a writer who believes in chasing the things you love and quitting the ones you don't. New issues of Will & Way drop the first or second Wednesday of each month.

Brass Ring Daily

By Kara Cutruzzula

Get a short note of encouragement every day.

Kara was my inspiration for starting a newsletter in the first place, and remains a consistent source of motivation and fun!

- Chrissy Hennessey

Input/Output

By Caitlin Kunkel

filling up our creative wells so we can draw from them

Funny and practical, Caitlin's writing advice is always exactly what I need, right when I need it. Her idea streak suggestion changed my life!!!

- Chrissy Hennessey

Pine State Publicity

By Cassie Mannes Murray

Pine State is a newsletter that offers chatter on publishing, DIY publicity advice, and as much fun as the Hokey Pokey for writers & readers by Cassie Mannes Murray of Pine State Publicity

Smart, generous, supportive, and kind, Cassie turns PR into an art and makes the hardest part of writing (actually marketing your work) feel accessible, approachable, and even fun.

- Chrissy Hennessey

Shangrilogs

By Kelton Wright

High altitude relocation, recreation, and renovation in a town of 180 people (and 51 dogs.)

Kelton might be the best writer on Substack. I love reading her beautifully crafted essays, fascinating adventures, and thoughtful explorations of what it means to be part of a community.

- Chrissy Hennessey

Lonely Victories

By Hurley Winkler

A newsletter that'll keep you writing and reading. Home of the Book Club for Writers!

Hurley makes writing feel a little less lonely and a lot more fun. I can't wait to read her book!

- Chrissy Hennessey

My Sweet Dumb Brain

By Katie Hawkins-Gaar

A newsletter about facing life's ups and downs, all while being kind to yourself.

Katie is insightful, empathetic, and generous. Her newsletter feels like reading a love letter to life.

- Chrissy Hennessey

Culture Study

By Anne Helen Petersen

Think more about the culture that surrounds you

When I finally publish a book, I'll have to include Culture Study in the acknowledgements. AHP is one of the best thinkers and writers of our time!

- Chrissy Hennessey

This Needs Hot Sauce

By Abigail Koffler

A newsletter and community by Abigail Koffler about cooking, dining out, and making the most of it.

The ultimate newsletter for thoughtful foodies who love good writing, good snacks, and good recommendations!

- Chrissy Hennessey

So Relatable

Recommended by Chrissy Hennessey