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The app for independent voices
While I appreciate the new tools, please keep this in mind: The reason Substack felt like safe harbor for writers like me, is that it was only about the writing. It's not just that you don't have to worry about design or that design is easy. It's that you don't have to feel obligated to make your writing prettier, or spend time doing the self-promotional stuff that distracts one from the focus on the work. It is great to be able to chat with people and read notes, but I already feel the need to…
second this 100%. I fled social media for substack. it’s still a safe place, but all the new features are beginning to threaten its untouchability
I couldn't agree more, Esther. Lots of new features and bells and whistles make me worried that I'll be spending too much time with them, whereas for me, it should really be all about the writing!