Soft Play
Ellen JohlA space for thinking about why we write and how we live, from a book editor & new mother
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 9 | Founded | 2 years ago | Last Issue | 4 months ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
ellenjohl.substack.comLatest Issues
The unbearable magic of newborns
I have two daughters, something that’s felt true for a while (as one grew inside of me at an achingly slow pace) but is finally now a fact.
She stormed into life on the winter solstice with that impossible cracking open, obliterating thin...
Schrödinger’s baby
‘This is a really busy line,’ says the midwife, trying not to be stern, but clearly impatient. ‘It helps if you have your hospital number or NHS number ready’, she adds, more softly.
I am on the phone to the Early Pregnancy Unit’s assessme...
Wading through the darkness
I’ve been finding things hard recently, I text some of my friends. Life’s been a bit up and down. I’m struggling to find the words to convey my feelings in the pixels of my phone.
I’m plodding through a working day at the office, trying to...
October
Art by Tijana Draws (tijanadraws.com)
I notice I’ve been holding my breath. There’s a sort of dull pressure in my lungs, air held, not fully let go when I breathe out. My jaw is clenched. I’m crouched in a squat, conscious that I shouldn’t...
Conker season
A really nice tree I saw while walking my dog
I started this Substack because I’ve been thinking a lot about my resistance to writing and creating, and the tension between that and the way my body seems to cry out to be put into words.
In...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Soft Play.
| Subscribers | Monthly Web Visits | Accepts Sponsors | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Cost per Ad | |||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Mother of daughters, full-time book editor, doctorate in musicology and writer-in-progress. On maternity leave!
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Soft Play?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Soft Play on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does Soft Play have?
To see how many people subscribe to Soft Play, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in Soft Play?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Soft Play as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Soft Play?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Soft Play using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Soft Play?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Soft Play. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Soft Play?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.