The Word Factory’s Substack
The Word FactoryWe are a community of writers, run by writers seeking to develop the quality of their work and create exciting new platforms for the short story form.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Twice weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 66 | Founded | 2 years ago | Last Issue | 3 months ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
thewordfactory.substack.comLatest Issues
Spring Word Factory
And now for something completely different:
You can catch Word Factory founder Cathy Galvin online next week on Tuesday February 24th as she launches her new poetry collection, Ethnology (Bloodaxe Books) at 7pm. The collection began in fi...
Freedom with Joe Dunthorne
Fusions with Joe Dunthorne
Don’t forget to book your chance to work with Joe Dunthorne on Monday March 2nd). Spaces are filling fast. We will look at how formal constraints can free us from our usual writing habits and open up new imagin...
The art of constraint
Fusions with Joe Dunthorne
In the the second masterclass in our popular online Fusions series (Monday March 2nd), we will look at how formal constraints can free us from our usual writing habits and open up new imaginative possibilities...
To those mysterious places
Here the shiver is beginning to fade. Just the occasional glimpse of unmelted snow. I don’t want winters’ blanket of sharp dark and mystery to lift just yet. I want what grows in the dark. I want to get up earlier than the routine and be al...
Onwards
L to R: Adam Marek, Farhana Khalique and Tom Lee at the Word Factory December Salon
Events to look out for in early 2026:
Farhana Khalique kickstarts 2026 with the Word Factory Short Story Club on January 14th 6.30pm online. We wi...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for The Word Factory’s Substack.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 67 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Chart Rankings
How this newsletter ranks in the official Substack charts.
| #194 |
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
The Word Factory is committed to supporting the next generation of short story writers in long-term literary relationships, bringing leading established and emerging writers together in exciting collaborations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for The Word Factory’s Substack?
You can find recent issues that have been published by The Word Factory’s Substack 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 Word Factory’s Substack have?
To see how many people subscribe to The Word Factory’s Substack, 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 Word Factory’s Substack?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch The Word Factory’s Substack 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 Word Factory’s Substack?
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 Word Factory’s Substack using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to The Word Factory’s Substack?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like The Word Factory’s Substack. 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 Word Factory’s Substack?
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.