#writersonsubstack

There’s something brewing in the world of online writing, and it’s not just about Medium stories or Substack essays anymore. It’s about connection. You might’ve heard whispers of this trend: more and more writers—seasoned authors and fresh bloggers alike—are launching their own newsletters. And not just launching them, but growing them. The real shocker? Readers are subscribing like never before. In fact, writers are seeing up to 7x more subscribers opting in for story notifications through newsletters rather than relying on platform algorithms. So, what’s going on? And more importantly, should you start one too?

Let’s break it down in plain English, with a big cup of coffee and a not-so-salesy heart-to-heart. I’ve been writing online for over a decade, and if I had to choose just one move that future-proofed my audience—it was starting my own newsletter.