What is Substack? Founded in 2017, it’s a platform that makes it easy for writers to create, launch and monetize their work through email newsletters. Throughout the year 2020, a long list of ...

But on Substack, you're trying to foster meaningful connections with readers who want to read you. Some of the most successful publications on Substack are about very specific topics. You do you.

Patti Smith tells Variety why she took to Substack for writing and streaming: 'I like the idea that the reader hangs out with the writer.' ...

On a Substack page you can create blog-style posts, send them in newsletter format to subscribers, manage subscriptions, review analytics and monetize your work if you wish.

How does being a Substack writer differ from a traditional journalism job then? The things that are really different are they get complete editorial control, but they get to decide what to write.

So while I can't provide a catch-all how-to guide on playing the Substack game, I can at least provide a few unscientific insights about what worked for me – and might (or might not) work for you.

Patti Smith on How She Came to Love Substack: ‘I Like the Idea That the Reader Hangs Out With the Writer’ On the eve of a performance for the Tibet House benefit, the rocker-poet explains how ...