Rebecca Makkai's Substack: mostly writing and books! but also Zillow, true crime, etymology, food, general inanity

mostly queer and/or woman authored book recs from your favorite fake blonde

Real talk about the writing + publishing industry by an author who doesn’t want you to feel confused, bewildered, or alone. Plus: craft tips, reading recommendations, writing support + solidarity (unless you are a jerk to people in the comments).

An award-winning cookbook author's recipes for simple, sophisticated food, plus some excellent recommendations to make life more fun.

A study on youth consumer trends

Dismantling diet culture and anti-fat bias, especially in health, fashion, and parenting. (But non-parents like it too!)