A Guide to Unreality
Elana GomelThis is your guidebook to the enchanting worlds of speculative fiction and to our world as reflected in the mirror of the imagination.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 96 | Founded | 3 years ago | Last Issue | 12 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
elanagomel.substack.comLatest Issues
Why Can’t We Imagine the Future? (And Should We Try?)
The famous 1982 essay by Fredric Jameson “Progress Versus Utopia; or Can We Imagine the Future?” argues that SF is incapable of representing the future because it has lost sight of the utopian dimension of history.
Rather, its multiple mo...
Two Talismans: A Memoir
In Stephen Donaldson’s fantasy series The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, the battle against evil is won by a white-gold wedding ring. We all have our talismans; and here are mine.
Thanks for reading A Guide to Unreality! Subscribe for free...
How (not) to Live in a Secondary World
MC Escher, Hand with a Reflective Sphere
Fantasy is all about worldbuilding: the creation of what Tolkien called Secondary Worlds in which one can find meaning, escape and consolation. He elaborated this idea in his famous essay “On Fairy...
September 2026
Thanks for reading A Guide to Unreality! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.
Book of the Month
Stephen Donaldson, Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, the Unbeliever (1977-2013)
This fantasy series was a bombshell when...
Is Fat Socialist?
Probably the most entertaining political news of the week came in the form of the panel at Socialism 2026. As described by
At the Socialism 2026 conference in Chicago this week, a panel called “Health Fascism, Body Politics, and the Ant...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for A Guide to Unreality.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 75 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
I was born in a country that no longer exists. I am an academic and a writer. I write dark fantasy, dark sci-fi, and horror. My plots come from my dreams. And my dreams come from the bizarre, terrifying, and wonderful world we live in.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for A Guide to Unreality?
You can find recent issues that have been published by A Guide to Unreality 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 A Guide to Unreality have?
To see how many people subscribe to A Guide to Unreality, 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 A Guide to Unreality?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch A Guide to Unreality 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 A Guide to Unreality?
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 A Guide to Unreality using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to A Guide to Unreality?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like A Guide to Unreality. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact A Guide to Unreality?
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.