4 Substack Writers Who Will Transform Your Writing Journey

Learn from those who are smashing Substack and love to share

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Ever feel like you're drowning in writing advice but still lack a clear pathway that works for you ?

I've been there too.

Then I discovered these Substack wizards.

And I realized I could learn a lot from them.

Because the best writing guidance rarely comes from how-to pdfs.

It comes from interacting with those ahead of you.

Writers building audiences, crafting compelling content, and launching tools, courses, workshops, and challenges. They know how to make their words matter and their readers engaged.

They don't just preach good writing. They help you figure out your next step with strategy, mindset, storytelling, editing, and mastering Substack.

Here are four Substack writers who've revolutionized my approach to writing.

1. Think strategy, mindset, action

Veronica Llorca-Smith’s a professional.

You can see her corporate experience a mile off. And it shows in her strategic thinking.

She’s about taking action and I know from experience that her strategy session (for paid subscribers) is money well spent. She helped me get clarity on who I serve, how to promote my book, and create content pillars of the various topics I cover.

Her expertise is in mindset shifts. After all, she’s a triathlete and global speaker so she knows how to overcome fear!

In "The Lemon Tree Mindset," Veronica conducts live interviews with writers. She shares strategies, tactics, and helps creatives and entrepreneurs transform their mindset from self-doubt to self-belief.

2. Go backstage in Substack

Sarah Fay’s "Substack Writers at Work" is one of the top 3 Substacks globally.

She offers readers a backstage pass to Substack changes, updates, and what works.

She's a former university writing professor turned full-time writer and editor.

She sees writing not as some special talent bestowed upon the chosen few. It's a skill that can learned through intentional practice and community support.

What sets Sarah apart is her commitment to demystifying Substack. She’ll teach you how to set up, grow, and make money here. And offer many Boost Challenges for others to boost your Substack Notes. She’s a hero!

I sit up and listen when Sarah says “Substack is the university of the future.'“

3. Start with a personal story

Michael Thompson speaks to writers who prefer listening to talking.

In "Shy By Design," he champions quiet voices in a world that often rewards the loudest personalities.

Michael writes about “communication strategies for thoughtful people who want to make an impact without changing who they are at their core."

His approach is to tell stories.

Human.

Family.

Quiet details.

I love the tender touch and humble voice in his stories.

Follow him to learn how to write as yourself and value your unique outlook on the world.

4. Learn how to stay the course

Tom Kuegler takes the marathon view of writing success. In "The Writing Long Game," he favours a non-obsessive approach to building a writing career.

As a former viral content creator "who burned out chasing algorithms," Tom now chooses proven systems that support long-term sustainable growth.

He offers paid subscribers critiques of their Substack Notes. And created a tool “Notesmith” to help writers use AI to edit and repurpose their work.

Tom’s a kind teacher and accomplished writer. It’s clear when I watch him how much he enjoys helping fellow writers improve their craft.

Building your writing tribe

The writing journey doesn't have to be solitary.

You can find and engage with writers who have already been where you are today.

They’ve figured out many of the challenges. Not only the craft of writing, but also how to create a satisfying and successful writing business and life.

These Substack stars can teach us a lot. Make the path easier, more direct and more fun.

So subscribe to these four incredible writers and access their collective intelligence to boost yours. Your future writing self will thank you.