What is another way of saying says?

Here are some alternatives to "says", depending on the context:

Formal:

* States

* Declares

* Affirms

* Indicates

* Maintains

* Argues

* Posits

* Contends

* Avers

Informal:

* Writes

* Explains

* Thinks

* Believes

* Claims

* Suggests

* Notes

* Points out

* Remarks

More specific:

* Whispers

* Shouts

* Mumbles

* Grunts

* Moans

* Sighs

* Chuckles

* Laughs

* Cries

Figurative:

* Proclaims

* Announces

* Reveals

* Whispers

* Shrieks

* Boasts

The best alternative will depend on the specific situation and the tone you want to convey.