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The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers

Joanna Penn
Self-Publishing
Book Marketing
Indie Publishing
Kickstarter
Writing Craft
Creativity
AI In Publishing
Artificial Intelligence
Publishing Industry
Direct Sales
Creative Writing
Generative AI
Marketing Strategies
AI In Writing
Author Branding
Publishing
Writing
AI Tools
Audiobooks
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Writing Craft and Creative Business

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Latest Episodes

How can you sharpen your craft when the self-critical voice gets louder the more you learn? What kinds of literary devices might enhance your prose? And how do you write an ending that pays off the promise you made to your reader? Amy Jones shares he... more

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How can you move from the starving artist mindset to becoming a creator CEO with multiple streams of income? And how can you get traction on Substack if you’re starting from zero? Amy Suto shares her tips as a former Hollywood TV writer turned author... more

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How can giving your characters two bad choices raise the stakes in your stories? And how do you ask for the feedback you need from a critique group, and disregard the rest? Erin Dionne shares her writing and publishing tips after more than 20 years a... more

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How do you find and notice story ideas, and how do you turn those into short stories, novels, or as anecdotes for your non-fiction or memoir? Why is an author’s note so important in an age of AI, and what might it contain? Joanna Penn shares her thou... more

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Recent Guests

Amy Suto
Former Hollywood TV writer, bestselling author, ghostwriter, and Substack creator
Episode: Write For Money And Power: Becoming A Creator CEO With Amy Suto
Erin Dionne
Children's author, cozy mystery writer and college professor
Table for Seven Press
Episode: Bad Choices Make Good Stories: Character, Critique And Community With Erin Dionne
Jordan Rosenfeld
Author of Psychological Suspense Novels and Writing Craft Books; editor and writing coach
Sibylline Press (publisher); Writer's Digest (contributor)
Episode: Writing And Creativity In Midlife With Jordan Rosenfeld
Brian Herriot
Financial advisor, professional speaker, and author of Time Freedom, Rethink Your Work and Money to Create a Life You Love Now
Time Freedom, Time Freedom Podcast
Episode: Time Freedom: Rethink Your Work And Money With Brian Herriot
J. Daniel Sawyer
Author of Reclaiming Your Mind, The Autodidact's Bible; podcaster and filmmaker
J. Daniel Sawyer (author/podcaster/filmmaker)
Episode: Reclaiming Your Mind: How To Teach Yourself Anything With J. Daniel Sawyer
Anna McPhee
author, software engineer, professional speaker, and creative technologist
Author of What Machines Can't Replace
Episode: What Machines Can’t Replace: Why AI Makes Us More Human With Anna McPhee
Tracy Cooper-Posey
Multi-award-winning author of 200+ novels and non-fiction works under three pen names
Stories Rule Press / Productive Indie Fiction Writer / The Indie Author Survival Guide
Episode: How To Redesign Your Author Business For The Environment That Actually Exists, With Tracy Cooper-Posey
Jessica Brody
Bestselling author of 20+ novels; Disney Publishing writer; author of Page One to Done
Author, Writing Mastery Academy
Episode: From Page One To Done: Fast Drafting Your Novel With Jessica Brody
Ricardo Fayet
Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Reedsy
Reedsy
Episode: Book Marketing, AI Book Discoverability, And Resilience, With Ricardo Fayet

Host

Joanna Penn
Host of The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers; specializes in writing craft, publishing, and author business strategies.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Has fallen off significantly.

    It was charming at the start, but now feels increasingly soulless and more aligned with the sponsors and special guests than with the authors they coach.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Long Tyme Listener
    Canadaa month ago
  • A podcast full of of wisdom, inspiration & knowledge

    I only discovered this podcast a few months ago ago and already lea to Ned so much about writing and writing fast and, of course, selfpublishing. I had been trapped in a project that was very overwhelming and big. And thanks to Joana Penn and Jessica Brody I have decided to write a much easier book before the big project It is soo much fun, I write 3000 word easily in 2-3 hours. And I honestly ask myself: why do K do often choose the hard way instead of the easy one. I am glad to be a patreon. N... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KatinkaKulens
    Germanya month ago
  • Fantastic podcast for authors

    I started listening to The Creative Penn podcast in October 2023, days after deciding to write my first book.

    This podcast and Joanna’s Patreon and books helped me through the whole writing and self-publishing process, and 2.5 years later I self-published a bestselling book as a first-time author.

    A big thank you to Jo! I am so pleased I discovered The Creative Penn podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzekent
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Dream peddling

    Sad to come to this conclusion as I respect the writers. But now it seems the digital world is coming to peddling dreams to dreamers. Dreamers beware, but keep dreaming and writing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    August Consumer
    United States5 months ago
  • So much to learn

    I started listening to this podcast a few months ago and I absolutely love it. It’s now my go to listen every week.

    Joanna always has great insights, interesting guests, and I learn something every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Colleen the Chocolate Queen
    Canada6 months ago

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Listeners praise practical insights, supportive tone, and the mix of news and interviews.
The host offers practical, up-to-date guidance for indie authors and keeps listeners engaged with diverse guests.
Many appreciate the host's balance of craft, business, and tech trends; production quality is often noted as strong.
Audience finds interviews consistently informative and motivating for writing and publishing journeys.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#115
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#38
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#97
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#118
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#102
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#181
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Write For Money And Power: Becoming A Creator CEO With Amy Suto
Q: So if someone is in that situation, if they're putting up their chapters or they're putting articles or whatever, and they don't have any traction, what are your tips for getting more traction on Substack?
Suto recommends using Substack's discovery tools, categorizing a publication correctly, collaborating with other writers, and appearing on Substack Live. She also notes that growth from zero takes work and that the platform can connect writers with readers already interested in serious writing.
Write For Money And Power: Becoming A Creator CEO With Amy Suto
Q: So if people have that dream, what is the dream of the eight-figure movie deal for a novelist and all this? So can dreams really not be the thing we really want, I guess?
Suto says writers can lose agency when they put their dreams in the hands of gatekeepers. Leaving Hollywood gave her the chance to develop original work, connect with readers, and use memoir ghostwriting to support her creative career.
Bad Choices Make Good Stories: Character, Critique And Community With Erin Dionne
Q: How can we give critique better and receive critique better? But also, I guess, not even just take it from people who we don't value.
Dionne recommends requesting feedback on specific areas, stating where the work is in the process and identifying the story's core. Writers can use feedback that strengthens that core and disregard suggestions that would take away from it.
Bad Choices Make Good Stories: Character, Critique And Community With Erin Dionne
Q: So talk about your process of creating characters and this Bad Choices idea as well.
Dionne pre-writes by hand to explore a character's wants, needs and world. At story decision points, giving the character two bad options raises the stakes and creates more potential for drama.
Time Freedom: Rethink Your Work And Money With Brian Herriot
Q: What is time freedom and how can you change your mindset to believe it's possible?
Time freedom is about designing your work around seasons and flexibility, not chasing wealth or an idealized work-life balance. It involves planning a year with deliberate periods of work and rest, so you can work on your terms and respond to opportunities as they arise.

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This show centers on practical craft for writers and the business of being an independent author. Episodes frequently explore writing technique, publishing strategy, and audience-building, with a strong emphasis on self-publishing, marketing, and using evolving technology like AI to streamline creation and reach readers. Guests range from bestselling authors and editors to educators and industry disruptors, offering hands-on guidance on project development, revenue diversification, and sustainable creative careers. A notable strength is the mix of actionable tips, real-world case studies, and behind-the-scenes process notes that help listeners translate ideas into publishable outcomes. The format often blends timely industry updates with in... more

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1. Amy Suto
2. Erin Dionne
3. Jordan Rosenfeld
4. Brian Herriot
5. J. Daniel Sawyer
6. Anna McPhee
7. Tracy Cooper-Posey
8. Jessica Brody

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