Real Worldbuilding
Haly, the Moonlight Bard ✒️Real Worldbuilding is the newsletter for writers who want their fiction to feel like it could punch a reader in the mouth, kiss their bloody lips, then offer them a cigarette.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 282 | Subscribers | Read | moonlightbard.substack.com |
Curious about how many subscribers Real Worldbuilding has or want to find similar newsletters? Reletter has got you covered. We collated all the information we could find from across the web in our database of over three million newsletters.
Check the email archives, get traffic estimates, engagement scores and more to discover the best advertising opportunities.
Our search tool helps you locate relevant newsletters for any topic and compare their stats for better sponsorship decisions.
Latest Issues
Recent posts by this newsletter. Browse the email archive.
Us vs. Them: How to Build a World That Hates Itself
This year of evil and conflict is brought to you by the students in my GenCon workshop. When I asked what topic they would like me to cover in 2026 they unanimously asked for evil and conflict. Be careful what you wish for, Punk’ins.
Ask the Bard #41: What Does Fiction is Culture Mean to Me?
# The Greeks have several different words for love.
Ask the Bard #39: Turning Contrast Into Conflict
In this week's worldbuilding advice column, Haly starts the new cycle with a look at the key difference between contrast and conflict and how one element is critical to the other.
Ask the Bard #38: Comic Relief
In this week's advice column, Haly gives some examples of comic relief and talks about how and why to use this device in your storytelling.
Similar Newsletters
Other publications recommended by the authors of this newsletter.
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Fiction is Culture. The Worldbuilder. Bard of Velvet, Extractor of Pain. Rule 35. Television Sky. Fictations. 40 years of narrative fires. Problems in your fictional world? It's time to go Scorched Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Real Worldbuilding?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Real Worldbuilding 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 Real Worldbuilding have?
To see how many people subscribe to Real Worldbuilding, 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 Real Worldbuilding?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Real Worldbuilding 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 Real Worldbuilding?
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 Real Worldbuilding using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters similar to Real Worldbuilding?
Scroll up to where it says Similar Newsletters to see other publications like Real Worldbuilding. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Real Worldbuilding?
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.