Explore the world, one letter at a time.

Hello! I'm Noah, a traveling writer and artist.

Every month, I'll send you an illustrated letter (yep, by snail mail) as I circle the globe. Join me in exploring the wonders of the world!

Welcome, New Readers!

Letters From Noah combines the thrill of travel with the excitement of receiving real letters in the mail.

In my regular job, I write for National Geographic and lead tours abroad. I love sharing the joy of discovering new places, and my letters aim to inspire and educate readers of all ages in a fun, totally analog way.

Read a Sample Letter

Incorporating watercolor paintings, hand-drawn maps, and stamps, each Letter From Noah is a unique work of art, professionally reproduced on textured paper.

You'll receive a letter from me in your mailbox every month, always featuring a different destination as I travel to new places.

Click the image to read an example letter from Antarctica.

Real-Life Adventures

My letters share the experience of really being there, whether roasting in the Sahara, scrambling around the Inca ruins of Machu Picchu, staying in an Inuit village, or admiring birds-of-paradise in the jungles of New Guinea.

Along the way, you'll learn a lot about our world from a friendly correspondent.

Feel free to write back! My address is on every envelope, and I'd love to hear from you.

Begin Your Journey

Free Postage Worldwide

All letters are sent first class.

Choose A Subscription

A whole year of adventures (12 letters), including postage, costs the same as your favorite latte once a month.

Monthly Subscription
$8.50

Six-Month Subscription
$48.00 ($8.00/month)

Annual Subscription
$90.00 ($7.50/month)

1 Year Gift (Non-Renewing)
$90.00 ($7.50/month)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this for?

Letters From Noah are for anyone curious about the world especially geography, nature, culture, adventure who likes beautiful mail! Letters are family-friendly and fun for all ages.

How does it work?

A new letter is mailed at the start of each month. It's that simple!

Is this real?

Yes, I really travel the world and write about the places I visit. It's all from me and it's all true no AI.

When will my letter arrive?

Whenever you sign up, your first letter will be mailed at the beginning of the next month. After that, you will receive a new monthly letter for as long as you subscribe. Allow a few days in the U.S. and up to two weeks for international deliveries.

How do I give Letters From Noah as a gift?

Choose the 1 Year Gift (Non-Renewing) option, with the name and address of the recipient for delivery.

Do you mail internationally?

Yes, Letters From Noah ships worldwide, and postage is always free.

What if a letter doesn't arrive?

If a letter doesn’t arrive by the end of the month, contact noah@lettersfromnoah.com for a replacement.

Who is Noah?

My full name is Noah Strycker. I am a writer, artist, and traveler from Oregon. As an ornithologist, I've written half a dozen books about birds, including several published by National Geographic. Check out my website: noahstrycker.com.

I write books, too!

My regular career is studying wild birds around the world (see the About page). These are some of my most popular books and reviews.

"Lighthearted and filled with stories"

-The New York Times

"Fun and enlightening"

-Newsweek

"[Noah] thinks like a biologist but writes like a poet"

-The Wall Street Journal

"Highly recommended for anyone interested in natural history, travel, and adventure"

-Library Journal

"Lively and vibrant"

-The Washington Post

"Beautifully written, filled with strange and lovely details"

-The Boston Globe

Subscribe to Letters From Noah, and Start Exploring!

"A letter is a joy of Earth."

-Emily Dickinson