5 Newsletters To Subscribe To If You’re Interested In Kids Media
A round-up of the 5 newsletters I'd recommend subscribing to if you're new here on Substack and looking for kids media industry insights delivered straight to your inbox
I know…subscribing to another email list?! I get it. I just joined Substack myself and was a little hesitant to add more clutter to my inbox. But the more I explored, the more I realized what a useful (and honestly fun) resource Substack can be. It feels different from your typical industry newsletter — more personal, more candid and more human. Like the best parts of an informational interview, delivered straight to your inbox.
Needless to say, I’m hooked.
There are so many great newsletters out there, and as the book club grows, I’ll be highlighting a few each month that tie into the theme of the month. But if you’re new to Substack and wondering where to start in general, I’ve rounded up the 5 Newsletters I’d recommend to any creative looking to stay in the loop on what’s happening in kids media.
Shall we?👇
📺 If you’re interested in the business of kids media and streaming trends…
by Emily Horgan is the go-to source for smart, digestible takes on what’s happening in the kids content space. Her newsletter breaks down the latest news, deals, and performance data in a way that actually makes sense. A former Disney exec, Emily brings deep industry knowledge and insight—turning numbers into stories and helping you stay sharp on the shifting kids media landscape.
🔗 The Kids StreamerSphere on Substack
📚 If you’re interested in education and need to laugh (or cry)…
by Things are chaotic in education... It’s overwhelming, sometimes infuriating, and often heartbreaking. That’s where Ms. Frazzled comes in. Her newsletter keeps you up to date on what’s going on —with a dose of humor that everyone could use right now.
🔗 Frazzled About Education on Substack
🎨 If you’re interested in breaking down classic literature…
by Written by two award-winning, bestselling children’s book authors, Looking at Picture Books is a cozy corner of the internet that examines all aspects of picture book storytelling, including writing, illustration, and design. It’s a masterclass in storytelling, visuals, and why less is (often) more.
🔗Looking At Picture Books on Substack
🎬 If you're a writer trying to wrap your head around how TV writing and development actually works…
by Audrey Knox’s Substack breaks down the things you need to know - like how to get a writing gig, what happens in a pitch meeting, and why you haven’t heard back from that exec (yet) — all in a way that’s super approachable, funny, and real. A must read for any aspiring or seasoned writer.
🔗 Audrey’s Weekly Email Newsletter on Substack
🙋♀️ If you’re interested in the intersection of kids, media, and learning…
It’s meeeeeeeee! is a newsletter + community for anyone who cares about how kids engage with media. Starting in May, we’ll read a new book each month (education, storytelling, creativity, etc.) and explore its connections to kids’ media—TV shows, books, podcasts, and beyond.
That’s the list! Got a favorite newsletter in your rotation that I should know about? Drop it in the comments below 👇