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A nook for sketchbook pages, process pictures, comic blurbs, and the little things that spark inspiration by illustrator Julie Benbassat

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Your practical companion for a devoted creative life, with inspiration, helpful recs, and honest insights on building a sustainable creative practice.

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A newsletter for people seeking to transform life's interruptions into creative grist

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Bits and Bobs from Elayne Crain's Brain; signing up gets you a monthly e-newsletter. BONUS: the Welcome email also links to my 27-page(!) "There's Something Odd About the Babysitter" activity kit, stacked with activities your kiddos will enjoy!

A 2-min break for Creative Folks for a bite of creative process and sip of inspiration.

Writer Arthur Slade's somewhat witty observations about life, writing and creativity. A mix of happy snarkiness, fantastical storytelling, views into the world of traditional and self publishing and a modicum of silly fun. Or two modicums of fun.

How to get writing done when the distractions of modern life are coming at you fast.

Good books, love stories, and creative inspiration from the author of The Unforgettable Guinevere St. Clair and other books for young people.

A fortnightly newsletter talking about what I've been doing in the past two weeks with lists to various events, new bookshops and publishers, open submissions, and more

My notes, work process, observations, and thoughts on all things graphic novels, comics, and storytelling.

A monthly newsletter from award-winning author and illustrator Jane Porter, all about making picture books, comics and community art - and all things fiddle-related

A journey into painting animals with wonder and empathy. Artist Krister Eide shares stories, sketches, and reflections that explore the deep connections between wild creatures, imagination, and the quiet beauty of the natural world.

A community of artists and art lovers trying to make sense of the 21st century together - through the lens of film, TV, music, novels, and fine art.

A weekly deep dive about making books for kids, from author-illustrator Jacob Souva. Practical tips and encouragement for illustrators, authors, and makers. Inspiration for getting better at <waves at everything> this together.

Writing stuff. Drawing stuff. You know, a newsletter.

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word art from the suburban desert

Impossible thoughts and complicated feelings, illustrated. With bonus musings on how to live a creative life.

Your all-in-one guide to real Substack growth—with the leading Substack Strategist, Sarah Fay

Exploring the gap between experience and understanding.

Ten Minute Artist helps you take creative action and build a thriving, consistent practice — one tiny move at a time.

Hi, it’s me Helen Stephens. This is a juicy chat between illustrator pals. I’ll be sharing stuff about making picture books that you might feel daft asking. When you sign up you’ll get the Illustrators Freebies. Yes-please-thank-you!

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Comics and musings about illustrating, life, and navigating my 30s through the end of the world.

News, tips and advice on working as a children's book author and illustrator by NY Times bestseller Rob Sayegh Jr.

Delightful short stories and flash fiction by Bill Adler.

Sometimes it's about writing and illustrating, other times it's about cats.

Sharing the mess and magic as well as the bumps and bruises of working as a children’s book illustrator.

Sharing the cultural beauty of Malaysia and China. Subscribe if you want to learn Mandarin through Chinese dramas, and understand Chinese culture in a world not-so-fond of China.

A newsletter about mental health, incredible people, pop culture, and so much more. Personal essays, interviews, links, & more. I want this to be a community where everyone can share their story. 💚

children's book publishing, from an agent's point of view.

Notes from a Recovering Overachiever

A newsletter from Gillian Eilidh O'Mara, Scottish artist, writer and children's book creator. Thoughts on the beauty in uncertainty.

Let’s explore the world like we’re sitting at the kid table — a celebration of books, adventures, and connection from a kidlit author-illustrator

An inside look at the creative life of author/illustrator and occasional animation director, James Burks. Where he's been... Where he's at... Where he's going... And how he got there!