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Recommendations: Journalism Substacks

Recommendations: Journalism Substacks

The newsletters that freelancers need to know about

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Abby Moorcroft
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We get asked quite regularly for our take on Substack newsletters, not only should people start their own, but how to find useful ones.

So for this week’s Premium recommendations newsletter, we’ve gone hunting for some of the best journalism and freelancing Substack newsletters to support you in your writing career. Whether you're looking to find new freelance writing opportunities or navigate the challenges of self-employment, these newsletters offer valuable insights and resources.

For our readers who are aspiring journalists, we’ve also included newsletters that can help you break into the industry, offering guidance on everything from crafting strong pitches to understanding what editors are looking for. We’re definitely not the only ones providing excellent advice.

No matter where you are in your freelancing or journalism journey, these recommendations will provide practical advice, job leads and inspiration to help you thrive along the way.

If you follow any Substack newsletters that aren’t on this list and think they could help others, then please comment below and tell us about them!

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A guest post by
Abby Moorcroft
I’m a student journalist and artist passionate about amplifying stories around disability, chronic illness and neurodivergence. Whether I’m writing, creating, or advocating, my goal is always the same—to ensure underrepresented voices are heard.
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