Today, for paid subscribers, I explore whether the fact that we talk to our computers, listen to posts, and send endless voice memos matters in the conversation about the end of print culture.
The real world is making a comeback. People are rediscovering physical presence, tactile experiences, and in-person activities. Rather than waiting for top-down fixes, millions are quietly making personal choices that improve their lives and contribute to a healthier society.
About every other weekend, @jharmer and I get together to work on @periodicalink. We haven't begun any real marketing (or product marketing for that matter) but have instead been refining our printing and distribution processes.
Somehow people are starting to notice and we've had a steady trickle of new sign ups. Lately they've all been complete strangers, which is affirming. Many thanks to all of our subscribers. We really love this little business and are grateful for your support.
If you are not yet a subscriber, check it out at https://t.co/fHWmKTJfR8. The first month is free.
Our first Periodicals are ready for mailing. Next printing is December 1. Many thanks to our earliest @periodicalink customers for helping us work out all the kinks. As the saying goes, if you aren’t embarrassed by V1 of your product, you waited too long to launch.
Hey friends - https://t.co/fHWmKTJfR8 is now officially out of our "pilot" phase and ready for real customers. Please check it out.
Is it difficult for you to read all your various newsletters, substacks, and blogs in a browser or on your phone? Do they all just sit in your inbox guilting you until you finally delete them?
https://t.co/2QSrlyuaXT exists because I wanted to enjoy the outstanding work of writers I admire while drinking my morning coffee. I wanted to avoid the distraction of my phone or laptop. I wanted to be able to underline great sentences and make little notes in the margins.
The first 30 days is free, and after that it's $2 per month plus $5 per printed Periodical. We'll deliver either once or twice per month. We even offer a digital-only subscription for the crazy people who want to look at the phone more than they already do.