close but not quite
mary rettaessays on pop culture, anti capitalism, and dreams of a better world
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 23 | Founded | 6 years ago | Last Issue | 5 years ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
maryretta.substack.comLatest Issues
I'm Moving This Newsletter Off Substack
Hi everyone,
I hope you’ve all been taking care!! This post will have some updates on a few changes to this space moving forward.
A couple days ago, news broke that the management of Substack, the service I use to publish this newsletter,...
the slow burn
Click here to read this essay on Substack.
CW: death, climate change, existentialism
I.
I will remember the moment the world stopped turning for the rest of my days. Hours earlier, the President of my college had sent a frantic email a...
the anatomy of a poet
Click here to read this essay on Substack.
I.
Many years ago now, a friend, let’s call her Jay, shipped me a book for my birthday. “These words have brought me much comfort these last months,” she inscribed on the inside cover, “and I ho...
on vibing
Click here to read this essay on Substack.
I.
There's this moment I'm faced with about once a week––during Zoom calls for work, or on the phone with my grandmother––when someone asks me the question, "so what have you been up to?" Perhap...
here, share my brain cell
Click here to read this essay on Substack.
I.
For a good chunk of last year, me and my friend Zoya would FaceTime every Friday night. Since we graduated in May, I’ve been writing non stop and Zoya’s spent nearly every day studying for he...
Key Facts
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for close but not quite.
| Subscribers | Monthly Web Visits | Accepts Sponsors | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Cost per Ad | |||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Mary writes about Black feminism, youth movements, & internet culture. Her work is in Teen Vogue, The Nation, Bitch Media, etc. Her Twitter is @mary__retta.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for close but not quite?
You can find recent issues that have been published by close but not quite 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 close but not quite have?
To see how many people subscribe to close but not quite, 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 close but not quite?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch close but not quite 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 close but not quite?
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 close but not quite using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to close but not quite?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like close but not quite. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact close but not quite?
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.