Reletter
Artwork for Third Thoughts

Third Thoughts

Melissa Febos

cold takes on writing, embodiment, and the art of obsession

Platform
Substack
PricingOnly free issuesPublishesInfrequently
Issues13Founded6 years agoLast Issue8 months ago
Active

Read this Newsletter

melissafebos.substack.com
Artwork for Third Thoughts

Latest Issues

On reading, and returning to fiction

First, some announcements:

You can register here for my self-paced virtual seminar, The Researched Memoir, offered via Storystudio. It has lots of practical advice and insights gleaned via my own processes of researching and writing.

On S...

8 months ago
291
31

Publication Day

The day my first book published, I sat in my apartment, lightly sweating, waiting for something to happen. Like, when did the parade start? Or, when would I start lurching like a cicada and violently shrug off my skin to emerge with a new b...

a year ago
134
3

On Pain

First, some announcements.

The Dry Season will be published in one month. Later in May, I’ll send a newsletter focusing on that, but for now: On May 22, I’m offering a free virtual craft session and reading for anyone who pre-orders the b...

a year ago
110
10

The Dry Season

Preorder the book

Here she is! My strawberry lemonade Sappho, the face of my fifth book. I’ve had a crush on this 1877 painting by Auguste Charles Mengin for years. It was the wallpaper on my computer screen during the year that I describe...

2 years ago
11
2

Nothing is Gayer than My Love for Women's Basketball

First, a couple of announcements:

I will be teaching a four-week webinar on The Researched Memoir that begins this Saturday. Registrants will be able to attend live and then access recordings in perpetuity. The content will be relevant for...

2 years ago
9
2

Key Facts

Contact Information
Newsletter Author
Number of Subscribers
Find out how many people subscribe to this newsletter.

Audience Metrics

Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Third Thoughts.

SubscribersMonthly Web VisitsAccepts Sponsors
Estimated Cost per Ad

Authors

The writers behind this newsletter.

  • Melissa Febos

    I'm the bestselling author of five books, including Girlhood, Body Work, and The Dry Season, forthcoming in 2025.

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    How can I access the email archive for Third Thoughts?

    You can find recent issues that have been published by Third Thoughts 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 Third Thoughts have?

    To see how many people subscribe to Third Thoughts, 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 Third Thoughts?

    Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Third Thoughts 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 Third Thoughts?

    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 Third Thoughts using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.

    How can I find newsletters related to Third Thoughts?

    Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Third Thoughts. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.

    How do I contact Third Thoughts?

    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.