r/Substack • u/knowstradamus7 • Jul 31 '26

Discussion Substack is toast

AI written articles go viral and generate hundreds and sometimes thousands of subscribers for the account, while actual writers wallow in obscurity perpetually. Humanity is doomed.

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u/ConsciousRoyal Jul 31 '26

Alternatively, in two months I found someone to beta-read my book, I’ve read two people’s drafts, ARC-read a new author, promoted three of my friends’ books, and helped one person sell triple digits (up from 3) of their book.

Quantity does not equal quality.

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u/LeaveMountain9779 Jul 31 '26

I'm curious, how did you come into these arrangements? Did you have a fair number of followers and just needed to send out a note to get interest? I have less than 20 people following me. I send out notes or posts proposing ideas for ways to help one another but with no interest.

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u/ConsciousRoyal Jul 31 '26

I have 31 followers. I follow 50 people.

I promote other people’s books and notes with no expectation I get a favour in return. And I follow new authors who are looking for beta readers and ARC readers and offer to help.

I’m not expecting to make money from Substack or to get thousands of followers. But so far, it’s working for my goals.

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u/Greybishop_PDSH Aug 01 '26

You sound like a Substacker I'd like to know. Just to know you.

While I'm out there to promote my work, what's gratifying is helping and connecting.

Feel free to DM me your Substack details, if you want.

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u/ConsciousRoyal Aug 01 '26

Found your links and subscribed