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How to Become a Professional Writer
Some unserious advice from an unprofessional humorist
Feb 6, 2024
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Why I Quit Social Media and Spend 14 Hours a Day on Notes Instead
Mar 19, 2024
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How I Grew My Substack From 439 to 451 Free Subscribers In Just 11 Months
Dec 9, 2023
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Here’s What Surprised Me Most About Becoming a Parent
Apr 21
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Yes, Substack Really Will Replace the Book Publishing Industry
Apr 26, 2024
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A Couple Satirical Bangers For Your Inbox
My takes on this week's news
Jun 6
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We Have To Preserve Substack’s Kind, Inclusive Culture; So Get the F*** Outta Here, Celebrities
And don't let the door hit your ass on the way out!
May 5
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Forget 1,000 True Fans; Try This Instead
Why the One Wealthy Recluse model is a better, time-tested alternative
Sep 11, 2024
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Here’s What Surprised Me Most About Becoming a Parent
Hint: It wasn't the lack of sleep
Apr 21
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What Having a Panic Attack in Iceland Taught Me About Death
Or, "Panic on the Streets of Reykjavik"
Dec 20, 2024
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How to Find Joy After Last Week’s Election
What to do when the moral arc of the universe makes a U-turn
Nov 15, 2024
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