Eleanor Anstruther
Acclaimed novelist and creator of The Literary Obsessive on Substack. Her debut novel, A Perfect Explanation, was longlisted for major prizes.
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May 10, 2025 • 1h 1min
#144: Eleanor Anstruther – The Book Industry Rejected Me. So I Built My Own Audience on Substack; Serialising Online, Writing Literary Fiction; Being an Independent Artist, Creating Your Artist DNA
Eleanor Anstruther, an acclaimed novelist and creator of The Literary Obsessive on Substack, dives into her journey of shifting from traditional publishing to indie success. She shares her experiences with rejection, the excitement of serializing fiction, and the art of building a devoted audience. Eleanor discusses her unique strategies for engaging readers on Substack, the importance of maintaining creative control, and offers practical tips for aspiring writers. Her journey emphasizes resilience, community, and the transformative power of embracing one’s artist DNA.
Jun 16, 2025 • 58min
The world of Substack: Eleanor Anstruther & Simon K Jones on serial fiction
Guest Eleanor Anstruther, author of thought-provoking novels like A Perfect Explanation, dives into her latest work, In Judgment of Others, a dark satire unraveling psychosis amid a theatrical backdrop. She and Simon K Jones explore the unique benefits of Substack for writers, emphasizing community-building and reader engagement. Their conversation touches on the craft of serialization, the balance of humor and empathy, and the evolution of indie publishing. Eleanor also shares her journey from manuscript rejections to finding validation through her Substack audience.
