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The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers

The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers

By: Joanna Penn
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Episodes
  • Writing And Directing Audio Drama And The Constant Creator Mindset With Alison Haselden
    Jul 28 2025

    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 bookstores help find your audience? Alison Haselden shares her experience of writing and directing Wicked Dames. In the intro, David […]

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    1 hr
  • The Artisan Author With Johnny B Truant
    Jul 21 2025

    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 possible to focus on art, build a loyal fanbase, and escape the publishing rat race? In this episode, Johnny B. Truant discusses the […]

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • How To Get More Book Reviews With Joe Walters
    Jul 14 2025

    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 gives his tips. In the intro, how important is ‘truth' in memoir? The Observer on Raynor Winn's The Salt Path; Raynor's statement; Memoir controversies [The Guardian]; Tips […]

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    1 hr and 5 mins

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As a writer myself, I certainly consider Joanna to be a mentor. The podcast has interesting guests and Joanna always manages to put them at ease. This is a great podcast!

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I love how she helpful with the small bits of writing world, its always a good listen, and bit silly too.

Always informative !

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