The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers

Latest Episodes
Book Marketing Tips For Fiction And Non-Fiction Authors With Joanna Penn
What marketing principles remain true regardless of the tools you use? What are the different ways you can market your book, whatever your genre? In this episode, I share two chapters from my audioboo
Researching And Writing Family History Or Genealogy With TL Whalan
Are you curious about the lives of your ancestors? What secrets might be hiding in your family tree, and where would you even begin to look for them? How do you turn dusty records and vague family sto
Writing And Directing Audio Drama And The Constant Creator Mindset With Alison Haselden
How do you turn a big-budget TV show idea into an audio drama you can produce yourself? What does it take to create a 10-hour, 30-actor historical drama? And how can guerrilla marketing in airport boo
The Artisan Author With Johnny B Truant
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to constantly release new books and battle algorithms? Do you wonder if there's a more sustainable, low-stress path to a successful author career? Is it pos
How To Get More Book Reviews With Joe Walters
Are you struggling to get reviews for your book? Wondering how to navigate the different types of reviews, from customer feedback to professional blurbs? Joe Walters from IndependentBookReview.com giv
Crafting Stories, Finding Readers And Selling Direct With Ines Johnson
Have you ever dreamed of turning a passion for storytelling into a profitable, long-term career? How do you build multiple successful author brands without burning out? What marketing strategies actua
Writing For Audio First With Jules Horne
How is the rise of AI changing the world of audiobooks for authors and narrators? Can a synthetic voice ever capture the nuance of human performance, and what does it mean to write for the ear, not ju
Producing AI-Narrated Audiobooks Using ElevenLabs With Simon Patrick
Is the high cost of audiobook production holding you back? What if you could create a high-quality audiobook for a fraction of the traditional cost? In this conversation, Simon Patrick explores the wo
How To Pitch Podcasts And Be A Great Podcast Guest With Matty Dalrymple
Are you looking for new ways to connect with readers and market your books? Have you considered using podcasts but aren't sure where to start, or if they're even effective anymore? How can you turn a
Finding Your Voice, Writing Across Genre And Loving Book Marketing With Betsy Lerner
How can you find your voice through writing in different genres and mediums over the years? How can you shift your mindset around book marketing, whatever your age? Betsy Lerner shares her experience