Last year, we launched our Substack newsletter, Dying Breed. Thanks to everyone who’s already joined us there.
If you haven’t subscribed yet, now’s a great time. This summer, I’m inviting Dying Breed readers to join me in reading my all-time favorite novel: Larry McMurtry’s Lonesome Dove.
If you’ve been following the site or podcast for a while now, you guys know I love this book. It’s the American Odyssey: sprawling, heartbreaking, and hilarious. When you’re done reading it, you feel like the characters are your friends.
If you’ve always wanted to read Lonesome Dove but needed a little push to do it — this is it. If you’ve already read it and want to experience it again with fresh insights and the chance to discuss it with me and other readers, this is the perfect excuse to dive back in.
This summer book club is open to paying subscribers of Dying Breed and includes:
- A simple 8-week reading schedule (just 20-30 minutes a day)
- Weekly posts from me and Jeremy Anderberg with reflections and discussion prompts
- Occasional Lonesome Dove-themed prizes for participants who make the best comments
- A Q&A with Larry McMurtry scholar Steven Frye
The first reading assignment drops Saturday, May 30th.
After subscribing, you’ll receive an email with easy instructions on how to access the Lonesome Dove summer book club on Dying Breed.
By becoming a paying subscriber of Dying Breed, you’ll not only have access to the read-along, you’ll also get all the regular perks of being a DB subscriber as well:
- Deep Dives: Every week, we publish a longer-form article exploring forgotten virtues, cultural phenomena, and timeless wisdom.
- Sunday Firesides: Each Sunday, you’ll receive a short, thoughtful reflection to help you start your week. All the archives of previously published Firesides are available exclusively on Dying Breed as well.
- Community Discussion: Drop a line in the comment section to interact with Brett, Kate, and other Dying Breed readers.
- A Focused, Ad-Free Reading Experience: No distractions, no sponsored content, no algorithms — just thoughtful writing crafted to help you think deeper and live better.
For $5/month or $50/year, you’ll receive two quality pieces weekly, plus access to our growing library of archived content, our community of like-minded readers, and this summer book club.
This is your chance to finally read one of America’s greatest novels alongside me and a community of thoughtful readers.
