books, the general unfairness of life, great eyeliners
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Twice weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 332 | Founded | 5 years ago | Last Issue | 11 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
thespike.substack.comLatest Issues
what we are doing when we are “gentle parenting”
I’m pretty sure I’m some sort of gentle parent. I haven’t raised my voice to my children for years - not after I read the book How To Stop Losing Your Shit With Your Kids, which I read because… I couldn’t stop losing my shit with my kids. I...
is it safe to go back in the water?
social media landed me in a psychiatrist’s office. has anything changed?
Nearly a decade ago I took some backwards steps from social media. The sort you take when you walk into a room and there’s a huge spider in the middle of the carpet....
Empty nest
Who remembers “future proofing”? It was a phrase that was around in about 2015 or 16. It was the idea that you acted now to “proof” your life from the “future”.
Also known, I think, as “forward planning”.
The Spike is a reader-supported...
the 8 best pieces of advice
Earlier this year my father was very ill, both physically and spiritually. We wondered if this was the beginning of the end. Turns out, it wasn’t. He received treatment and rallied and now seems to be back to his old self. He turned 91 at t...
I tracked these down for you
A coat, jeans and skirts that took me weeks to find
Fashion is all very well, but what if the things in fashion don’t suit you? This happens to me all the time. I look terrible in trench coats (as discussed), anything double-breasted, or w...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for The Spike.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 83 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Chart Rankings
How this newsletter ranks in the official Substack charts.
| #152 | |
| #49 |
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
British journalist. More British than journalist. onthespike.com
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for The Spike?
You can find recent issues that have been published by The Spike 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 The Spike have?
To see how many people subscribe to The Spike, 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 The Spike?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch The Spike 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 The Spike?
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 The Spike using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to The Spike?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like The Spike. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact The Spike?
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.