The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers Podcast
1) The Relaxed Author Writing Tips With Joanna Penn and Mark Leslie Lefebvre
How can you be more relaxed about your writing process? What are some specific ways to take the pressure off your art and help you enjoy the creative journey? With Joanna Penn and Mark Leslie Lefebvre...Show More
2) Two Different Approaches To Selling Books Direct With Sacha Black And Joanna Penn
What does it really take to build a multi-six-figure author business with no advertising? Is running your own warehouse really necessary for direct sales success — or is there a simpler path using pri...Show More
3) Writing Free: Romance Author Jennifer Probst On A Long-Term Author Career
Why do some romance authors build decades-long careers while others vanish after one breakout book? What really separates a throwaway pen name and rapid release strategy from a legacy brand and a body...Show More
4) Writing The Future, And Being More Human In An Age of AI With Jamie Metzl
How can you write science-based fiction without info-dumping your research? How can you use AI tools in a creative way, while still focusing on a human-first approach? Why is adapting to the fast pace...Show More
5) Lessons Learned From Author Nation 2025 With Joanna Penn
In early November 2025, I attended and spoke at Author Nation in Las Vegas. It was a fantastic conference for authors at all levels, and in this episode, I share my lessons learned and tips from refle...Show More
6) Why Structure Matters More Than You Think. Writing Memoir With Wendy Dale
Why do so many memoir manuscripts fail to engage readers, even when the writer has lived through extraordinary experiences? What's the hidden code that separates a chronological account of events from...Show More
7) Creating While Caring With Donn King
What happens when your creative dreams collide with the demands of caregiving? How do you keep writing when you're caring for someone full-time? Can you still be a creative person when traditional pro...Show More
8) Loki Is In Charge. How Authors Can Thrive In A Time Of Transition With Becca Syme
Why does the publishing industry feel more chaotic than ever, and what can writers do about it? How do you know if you're truly burned out or just creatively empty? When should successful authors star...Show More
9) Performance Tips For Authors, And Writing Climate Fiction With Laura Baggaley
How can authors write about climate change without preaching? What happens when your publisher goes under just before your book launch? How do theatre skills translate to better dialogue, readings, an...Show More
10) Brand Something Beautiful: How Authors Can Stand Out In A Crowded Market with Steve Brock
How do you stand out as an author when thousands of books are published every day? What's the difference between having a logo and having a real brand that sells books? Is it possible to maintain your...Show More