Recommended by Joyce Young
Judd Legum is fearless with his investigative reporting. And in a time filled with cowardly reporting, his work is so needed. Yes, I'm shaking my head and rolling my eyes at the shenanigans he uncovers, and made to think critically about the data he shares, but I'm glad he brings it all to light.
The opportunity to listen to two poems by the same poet is a gift. Grant yourselves a breath, a pause, and step away from the noise that proliferates our lives.
Sharp writing, informative commentary, a clear throughline from American History to current events, humor, and wit set Contraband Camp apart from the other Substacks. The Friday morning sessions are live conversations for the curious, the informed and everyone in between. An intelligent group of writers shares entertainment, news, current events, history, and more. Contraband Camp is the place to get your read and think on.
Dr. Nedra shares practical life lessons and strategies. I find her direct writing refreshing. Why beat around the bush when we have so much to learn and apply in our lives? Thank you, Dr. Nedra!
@Sherisa is one of my favorite literary citizens. Her heart makes its way boldly through her writing and community building, and she is so clearly present. We're so lucky she's in our world.
Danyel Smith is a very wise woman whose writing is superb. She's generous, funny, skilled, multi-talented, and, and...If you're not reading her, listening to her pod, or singing her praises, what are you doing with your life? Right, I thought so. Get on over to her Substack and enjoy yourself while learning from one of the greats.
Kerra Bolton tussles with issues and ideas most of us think privately, but are too cautious or afraid to write about publicly. And when I say she tussles, I mean she explores with her eyes wide open and with lots of courage. Read her words and you will be pushed to think and feel more deeply.
Jamie Attenberg is honest about the process and life of writing. And she gives her readers so much encouragement and real talk. Plus, through it all, she manages to write an upbeat Substack. How does she do it? I don't know, but I'm glad that reading her words helps me walk through my writing life.
Oldster Magazine is a place where age isn't a number and wisdom is freely shared with lots of vulnerability. As someone with "some years on her," (as spoken by some younger peers) I'm glad to read the words of my peers.
Vanessa Martir is a badass writer and teacher. And she encourages all of us to be badass writers, too. I'm biased as hell, and don't mind saying so because as a poet I've learned so much from her about personal essay and memoir. She's generous with her wisdom and I'm forever grateful to her.
