Substacks recommended by Justin Deming

Recommended by Justin Deming

The life and awakening times of a traveling artist.

John is an incredibly talented and insightful artist/photographer. He supplies the fiction writers’ group, Fifties by the Fire, with his photographs.

- Justin Deming

Stock Fiction

By Meg Oolders

A dynamic anthology of experimental short fiction, poetry, essays, humor, and multimedia projects from the fiery heart/busy mind of novelist, Meg Oolders.

Meg has quickly become one of my favorite fiction writers on Substack. Read her work. It won’t disappoint.

- Justin Deming

Future Thief

By Brian Reindel 👾⚔️

Fantasy and science fiction short stories. Liminal Spaces is where I share personal observations about life's transitional states.

Brian's speculative fiction will always make you pause and think. His stories are captivating, fresh, and original.

- Justin Deming

the micro mashup.

By Amie Mcgraham

weekly 100-word microstories about islands and road trips and writing. sometimes food will be involved.

Amie's writing is sharp, concise, and elegant - poetry in its purest form. Her stories and memories will make you pause and reflect.

- Justin Deming

LEAVES

By Sharron Bassano

Short character-driven fiction, evocative travel tales, memoirs and a lot of laughs. Always free. 🌿LEAVES are proven to be better for your mental health than the daily newspaper or social media.

Sharron's writing will transport you to another time and place. Her descriptions, characters, and ability to reveal glimpses of the past shine through in elegant fashion.

- Justin Deming

Fog Chaser

By Matt

A new original instrumental song every month from a Pacific Northwest-based musician and composer, along with visuals, poetry, and more.

Fog Chaser’s music is inspiring. It continually gives me much needed moments of calm and clarity.

- Justin Deming

Fiction by Bill Adler

Delightful short stories and flash fiction by Bill Adler.

Bill Adler is one of my favorite fiction writers on Substack. His stories are thought-provoking, entertaining, and filled with memorable characters. If you are a fan of sci-fi or speculative fiction, be sure to subscribe.

- Justin Deming

Weirdo Poetry

By Jason McBride

Cozy essays about walks through real and imagined landscapes, searching for wonder while making room for the melancholy and bittersweet found along the way.

Weirdo Poetry is a must-read. Jason's writing is thoughtful and honest - perfect for any writer, artist, or creative.

- Justin Deming

Mark Starlin Writes!

A place filled with humor, fiction, creativity, and wonder.

Mark Starlin is one of my favorite writers on Substack. Consistently witty, his stories will brighten your day and give you the laugh you didn't know you needed.

- Justin Deming

Eclectic Ink

By Dascha Paylor 🌴🥥

Fiction in most genres for readers with eclectic tastes.

Dascha's fiction is excellent. Her stories range from sci-fi to fantasy and everything in between. You'll enjoy her characters, the situations they find themselves in, and the lessons they learn.

- Justin Deming

Jim's Shorts

By Jim Latham

short fiction delivered Wednesdays

I've been a fan of Jim's fiction for years now, and his work continues to captivate me. Jim's characters always ring true, and by each story's end, you'll find yourself wanting more.

- Justin Deming

Jimmy Doom's Roulette Weal

Substack's biggest and brightest circus of single author short fiction from two-time Best of Detroit Best Author Nominee Jimmy Doom-- "One of this century's master storytellers"

Jimmy Doom is a master of his craft. If you are a lover of stories, a novice writer, or searching for some of the best fiction on Substack, look no further. Roulette Weal is a must.

- Justin Deming

Along the Hudson

Recommended by Justin Deming