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Shoutout Thread 📢

Writers' Library • 8176 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Writers
  1. The post is about celebrating Substack writers and creators.
  2. Readers are invited to share what they've been inspired by on Substack.
  3. Creators are encouraged to participate and make use of multimedia tools for publishing.

Why Did Social Media Go to War Against Writers?

The Honest Broker • 23970 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Writers
  1. Social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook are becoming hostile towards writers, leading many to leave.
  2. Substack and similar platforms are providing alternative models that support writers and creators more effectively.
  3. The economics of social media platforms prioritize generating revenue from ads and scrolling, making it challenging for long-form content like articles to thrive.

Showcase Magazine, Ephemera, C & R Press, Steel Toe Books, Fjords Review, PANK Magazine, American Poetry Journal...oh my?

Lit Mag News Roundup • 2790 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
📚 Literature Writers
  1. Several literary magazines and publishing houses are connected through common individuals.
  2. Accusations of mistreating writers and financial discrepancies have been raised against these entities.
  3. Investigation and questioning are necessary to uncover the truth behind these alleged practices.

Uncurated: The Case for a New Term of Art

Lit Mag News Roundup • 2201 implied HN points • 16 Mar 23
📚 Literature Writers
  1. Literary publication is changing in the digital age, making the term 'previously published' obsolete.
  2. Editors and publishers should focus on curation rather than traditional publication in the modern era.
  3. A new term 'uncurated' is proposed to replace 'unpublished' to better reflect the current literary landscape.

I'm Leaving on a Lit Mag Plane!

Lit Mag News Roundup • 786 implied HN points • 20 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Writers
  1. C & R Press, Catapult, Bear Creek Gazette, and Ambit faced unexpected closures, raising questions about funding sources and job losses in the literary magazine industry.
  2. Literary magazines like Catapult closing underscores the importance of supporting such platforms to cultivate young writers and promote diverse works.
  3. Despite closures, opportunities exist in the literary magazine world with job openings and submission opportunities for writers.
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A Small Press Conundrum

Lit Mag News Roundup • 491 implied HN points • 02 Nov 23
📚 Literature Writers
  1. Dilemma of dealing with publishers exploiting writers while also publishing quality work.
  2. Questioning how to balance calling out unethical practices of publishers with supporting good literature.
  3. Uncertainty on how to address publishers that mistreat writers yet produce valuable content.

the full moon in virgo for writers

astrology for writers • 334 implied HN points • 07 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Writers
  1. The Full Moon in Virgo emphasizes the importance of organization and clear boundaries for managing feelings.
  2. The sextile aspect between the moon in Virgo and Mars in Gemini encourages exploration of desire, courage, and conflict.
  3. Recent communication patterns and writing themes may hold the key to understanding how these astrological influences are manifesting in your life.

Write it, then read it aloud

Substack • 995 implied HN points • 03 Apr 24
🎙 Podcasts Writers
  1. Using voiceovers can help writers connect better with their readers. It makes the content feel more personal and engaging.
  2. Writers who add audio or video to their posts tend to grow their audience and income faster. This shows how important diverse content is.
  3. Voiceovers can also provide bonus material for subscribers. This adds value to the content and encourages people to support the creator.

The life of a common reader

The Common Reader • 1027 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
📚 Literature Writers
  1. Remember the importance of nurturing your inner self and being uniquely you instead of blindly imitating others.
  2. Biographies can reveal controversial and intimate details, sparking debates on how much should be shared, yet some believe in telling everything.
  3. Common readers play a vital role in keeping great works alive, shaping a legacy of love for reading that extends across generations.

In search of collaboration...

Development Hell • 256 implied HN points • 04 Jun 23
📚 Literature Writers
  1. The post discusses the importance of writers in the creative process and encourages them to advocate for themselves in collaborations with producers.
  2. The author highlights the value that writers bring to the development process and emphasizes the need for them to understand their crucial role.
  3. There is a mention of a free trial for readers to access full post archives and continue reading content on the topic of collaboration between writers and development executives.

Out of office

Substack • 549 implied HN points • 22 May 24
🎭️ Culture Writers
  1. Taking breaks is important for creativity. Many writers find that the best ideas come when they're relaxed and not working.
  2. Readers often support writers in taking time off. When writers communicate their need for a break, subscribers usually understand and appreciate the honesty.
  3. Some writers plan ahead by scheduling guest posts or using past content during their time off. This helps maintain a connection with their audience while they recharge.

Making the internet work for writers 

Substack Blog • 772 implied HN points • 14 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Writers
  1. The internet has not catered well to writers, with limited platforms truly serving their needs.
  2. Substack aims to fill the gaps in the writer's toolkit by focusing on discovery and subscription revenue.
  3. Substack's approach values writer ownership, deep engagement, and quality content over superficial metrics for success.

AI shit lit panic

The Leftovers • 139 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
📚 Literature Writers
  1. The focus is on the quality of content, whether produced by humans or AI, rather than who created it.
  2. There is a concern about AI-generated 'shit lit' cluttering platforms, and a desire for human-created content.
  3. The author embraces elitism in drawing critical lines in literary criticism.

Metrics don't write books

The Leftovers • 139 implied HN points • 17 Apr 23
📚 Literature Writers
  1. Metrics like social media engagements don't necessarily translate to book sales.
  2. Authors shouldn't solely rely on self-promotion, as publishers have a crucial role in book promotion.
  3. Writers should focus more on writing books rather than getting caught up in ineffective social media promotion.

Individual Lies

Desk Notes by Charles Schifano • 315 implied HN points • 16 Jun 23
📚 Literature Writers
  1. Small lies can compound into something greater over time.
  2. Orwell emphasized the importance of telling the truth, even when it is uncomfortable.
  3. Avoiding expedient shortcuts in writing helps maintain integrity and clarity in communication.

Introducing Vittles Restaurants

Vittles • 266 implied HN points • 15 May 23
🍲 Food & Drink Writers
  1. Vittles is launching a new publication focused on London restaurants
  2. Vittles Projects will feature writers covering various community-focused food topics
  3. The website will be restructured for easier navigation of past and future content