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The Girl from the Sea
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Strong Female Protagonist
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Voodoo Heart,
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Batman
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Wytches
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American Vampire
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These creators are supported by Substack Pro packages designed to kickstart going independent and remove the risks of starting a publishing enterprise. We do that by providing a financial guarantee combined with access to services, support, and community. These packages include upfront grants, design and editing services of the creators’ choosing that Substack subsidizes, and monthly stipends to help out with the costs of health insurance.
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