My Imaginary Friends with L. Penelope
L. PenelopeAward-winning fantasy & paranormal romance author Leslye Penelope shares perspectives on the writing life, creativity, inspiration, and this week’s best thing.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 250 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsPersonal JournalsSociety & Culture | |||
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An accidental Instagram post about The Inevitable Undoing of Zahara Douglass went viral (174K+ views and counting), and in this episode I share what happened, what it did for pre-orders, and the surprising "secret sauce" behind it.
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• Get first 3 chapters of The Inevitable Undoing of Zahara Douglass! - lpen.co/zaharaexcerpt
• Join the preorder giveaway - lpen.co/preorder
• My Books - lpenelope.com/books/
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• Zahara Preorder Campaign is live! - lpenelope.com/preorder
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inkandmagicretreat.com — Apply for the Ink and Magic Mastermind Retreat (Tihs September, outside Baltimore)
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Angelborn and Angelfall by Leslye Penelope — now with new covers, PREO... more
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- Great for all kinds of writers!
I write (in a very different style) regularly for my job, and this podcast reminds me so often that writing is a CRAFT, with strategies, tools, ebb and flow times, etc. L Penelope is honest and shares her own insights and tools, as well as who she looks to in her own writing process. I really appreciate the care she puts into this project!
Apple Podcasts5Korla M
United States3 years ago - Excellent chronicle of author life
This podcast follows L. Penelope’s weekly thoughts, plans and experiences on her writing life. She gives lots of great insight into the nuances of writing a book, which I really enjoy.
Apple Podcasts5RebeccaA1973United States4 years ago - Highly enjoyable
I really enjoy this podcast.
L. Penelope has a lot of knowledge plus experience as both an Indie and Traditionally published author.
She is honest about the pros and cons of each type of publishing while being optimistic about both.
The presentation style is great, like listening to a friend chat about their life, craft and thoughts.
Apple Podcasts5hippadodoUnited States5 years ago - Great podcast
I love following L Penelope’s journey and career. I learned so much listening to this podcast and she’s just a pleasure to listen to! Always happy to see a new episode popping up every week :)
Apple Podcasts5An happy player
Canada5 years ago - Excellent Podcast on Writing
This is the best podcast I have encountered on the process of writing, publishing, and editing by one of our best contemporary writers. L Penelope pulls back the curtain on everything from world building to drafting to pitching. Rooted in her own processes and experiences, she nonetheless provides innumerable references to other authors, approaches, and resources. It’s also fun, with plenty of pop culture nods and observations on everything from film to politics.
Apple Podcasts5paradisoDXUnited States6 years ago
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This show centers on the writer's life, craft, and the realities of building a career in fantasy and paranormal romance. Episodes mix personal updates, behind-the-scenes process, and practical marketing ideas, from pre-orders and audience engagement to innovative promos like zines and interactive content. Listeners likely include aspiring authors and indie writers seeking honest reflections on publishing, revision, and audience connection, delivered in a warm, conversational voice that blends life updates with actionable tactics. A standout aspect is the host's transparent balance between creative ambition and the business of writing, often sharing detailed workflows, tools, and events that readers can emulate.
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