A list of actively publishing literary humor sites linked to their publication detail pages. Sorted by genre, then year established. 💲denotes publications offering payment.
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Satire & Humor Publications
💲 The New Yorker “Daily Shouts” (1925)
Satirical essays and short humor pieces focused on politics, culture, and modern life. Writing tends to be polished, literary, and premise-driven rather than punchline-heavy. Most pieces are concise and conceptually tight.
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💲 McSweeney’s Internet Tendency (1998)
Lists, open letters, and experimental satire with a strong authorial voice. Content frequently engages politics, media, and social absurdities. Originality and commitment to the premise are heavily emphasized.
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💲 Points in Case (1999)
Satire, lists, and short humor with an emphasis on voice and craft. The editorial focus favors originality, clarity of premise, and disciplined execution. Work often blends cultural observation with personal perspective.
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Defenestration (2003)
A literary humor magazine publishing short fiction, poetry, and fake nonfiction. Work often leans surreal, absurd, or formally inventive. The editorial focus favors depth and originality over topical jokes.
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Robot Butt (2014)
Publishes satire, essays, interviews, and cartoons with an internet-native sensibility. Humor often skews absurdist, strange, or intentionally uncomfortable. The site encourages experimentation and unconventional formats.
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💲 The American Bystander (2015)
A print-first humor magazine founded by veteran comedy writers and cartoonists. Content favors evergreen satire rather than rapid-response news jokes. Essays, short humor, and cartoons are all central formats.
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Little Old Lady Comedy (2017)
Publishes satire, essays, poetry, and cartoons with a socially conscious lens. Editorial focus prioritizes inclusive perspectives and thoughtful humor. Many pieces balance comedy with critique.
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💲 Weekly Humorist (2017)
Features satire, essays, cartoons, and a companion podcast. Humor is often joke-forward with traditional comedic structures. Both emerging and established writers are regularly featured.
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The Daily Drunk (2020)
Publishes humor, film commentary, and pop culture writing. Editorial standards are intentionally loose compared to traditional comedy outlets. Content ranges from satire to conversational essays.
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Medium & Substack Humor Publications
The Haven (2015)
A Medium-based humor publication featuring essays, lists, and parody articles. Writing often blends comedy with earnest reflection. Tone is conversational and accessible rather than heavily satirical.
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The Belladonna (2017)
A Medium-based humor publication by women and marginalized genders. Content spans satire, essays, lists, and cultural commentary. Writing tends to be sharp, topical, and unapologetically opinionated.
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Jane Austen’s Wastebasket (2018)
A Medium-based humor site inspired by literature, history, and academia. Content frequently parodies scholarly writing and intellectual culture. The tone is dry, nerdy, and highly specific.
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Slackjaw (2018)
Medium’s flagship humor publication featuring satire and personal essays. Writing often blends internet culture with classic comedic structures. Pieces tend to be accessible, topical, and voice-driven.
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Muddyum (2018)
A Medium-based humor publication focused on short satire, jokes, and comics. Content favors quick, accessible premises with an internet-native sensibility. The tone is playful, informal, and deliberately unpolished.
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Frazzled (2019)
A Medium-based publication featuring parenting humor centered on exhaustion, anxiety, and modern family life. Content is typically short and relatable. The tone leans confessional and conversational.
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💲 Chortle (2024)
A Substack-based publication focused on essays, lists, and conceptual comedy. Writing favors clean premises and efficient execution. The site highlights emerging voices and concise humor.
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Niche Humor Publications
Light Poetry (1992)
Publishes witty verse focused on humor and wordplay. Issues are released twice yearly with additional poems published weekly. The tone favors cleverness and traditional poetic craft.
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💲 The Rumpus “Funny Women” (2009)
A humor column within literary magazine The Rumpus. Features personal and literary comedy by non-men. Pieces often blend vulnerability with sharp observational humor.
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💲 The Offing “Wit Tea” (2015)
A humor vertical of literary magazine The Offing. Pieces emphasize strong narrative voice, vulnerability, and unexpected comedic turns. Work frequently straddles comedy and literary nonfiction.
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Funny Pearls (2018)
A UK-based humor journal showcasing comedy written by women. Pieces range from sharp satire to reflective humor essays. Editorial standards emphasize craft and voice over trends.
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💲 Functionally Dead (2020)
A leftist humor and culture zine. Content often critiques capitalism, media, and internet culture. Writing favors biting satire and ideological clarity.
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Satire News Publications
The Onion (1988)
The most widely known satire news outlet in the U.S. Articles parody journalism while exaggerating political and cultural absurdities. Tone is deadpan and tightly structured.
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The Satirist (1999)
Publishes satirical news, essays, and cultural criticism. Content often leans intellectual and idea-driven. Pieces may blend humor with genuine analysis.
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NewsThump (2009)
A UK-based satire news site covering politics and global events. Humor frequently targets British culture and media narratives. Articles favor concise parody headlines and commentary.
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Waterford Whispers News (2009)
An Irish satire news publication parodying local and international stories. Writing often mimics small-town newspaper tone. Humor is dry and deliberately understated.
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The Beaverton (2010)
Canada’s leading satire news outlet. Content often focuses on national politics and cultural quirks. Tone mirrors traditional news reporting with absurd conclusions.
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Duffel Blog (2012)
Satire news focused on military life and defense culture. Articles parody official military communications and policies. Humor is often informed by firsthand experience.
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The Shovel (2012)
An Australian satire news outlet covering politics and media. Articles often exaggerate press narratives and political spin. Tone is dry and intentionally blunt.
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Reductress (2013)
A feminist satire site parodying women’s lifestyle media. Articles mimic listicles, advice columns, and brand voice. Humor critiques gendered expectations and media framing.
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Clickhole (2014)
Parodies viral content, clickbait headlines, and internet media trends. Articles often escalate absurdity through repetition. Visuals and formatting are part of the joke.
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💲 The Hard Times (2014)
Satire news focused on punk, alternative music, and internet culture. Articles parody scene politics and subcultural tropes. Tone is aggressive, specific, and insider-driven.
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💲 Hard Drive (2017)
A video game satire site parodying gaming journalism and culture. Articles mimic industry reporting while exaggerating gamer logic. Humor is premise-first and tightly edited.
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The Needling (2017)
A Seattle-based satire news publication. Content often focuses on local politics and culture. Articles lean into regional specificity.
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DNAtured (2018)
A science satire site parodying academic and STEM journalism. Articles exaggerate research language and institutional logic. Humor is detail-oriented and jargon-aware.
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The Chicago Genius Herald (2018)
A regional satire news site focused on Chicago. Articles parody local politics and media coverage. Humor relies heavily on geographic specificity.
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The Nordly (2018)
A Minnesota-focused satire news publication. Content often references Midwestern culture and politics. The tone is understated and regionally specific.
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The Boston Accent (2019)
A Massachusetts satire news site. Articles frequently exaggerate local attitudes and stereotypes. Humor leans heavily on voice and regional phrasing.
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The Broadway Beat (2019)
A satire news site focused on theater and Broadway culture. Articles parody industry announcements and creative trends. Humor assumes familiarity with theatrical norms.
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