I’ll be spending the first half of my day at the swimming pool, cheering on kiddo as she takes part in a few time trials.
In moments like these, I’m reminded it’s her, not me, doing the competing.
I’d barely survive a 25m breaststroke race, anyway, what more a long-course time trial.
The next newsletter will be sharp. It’s about money, power and… football. I’ll need fresh eyes before publishing, so give or take, it should be out tomorrow.
As I close September, this has been a particularly interesting month.
If you’re wondering about the frequent newsletters, the truth is simple: volume matters in publishing.
There are no two ways about it, even for product-oriented newsletters like Lenny Rachitsky’s.
His is weekly, but each edition runs into 6,000 words or more, with graphics.
Give or take, it makes no difference. It’s either volume by frequency or volume by word count.
Here are some of The Malaysianist’s best hits for Q3 2025:
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And, before I go, it’s T-2 to a price hike on The Malaysianist.
If you haven’t grabbed an annual or founding member subscription, now’s the time.
I also have group bundles if you are mulling over a subscription for family, friends or colleagues.
See you soon,
Emmanuel