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Ep 300I After a few encouraging words from Kitty, she and Jo dive into an interesting conversation about the writing life, midlife, and then talk about her new book -- How to Write, Market, and Publish Short Stories -- as well as the upcoming 4th edition of her book, How to Market a Book. You'll find a lot of inspiration and information in this episode full of positive energy! If you'd like to send me your story about how perimenopause or menopause affected you as a writer, please email me at kitty AT kittybucholtz DOT com and...

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 thoughts, and her short story, The Black Church, along with its author’s note. In the intro, Ebook Preorders on Smashwords ; Two titles per week on Amazon KDP; AI-related Digital Publishing Awards at Frankfurt Book Fair [ Publishing Perspectives ]; AI webinars in November ; JFPenn YouTube ; This show is also supported by my Patrons. Join my Community at Patreon.com/thecreativepenn Joanna Penn is an award-winning New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of thrillers, dark fantasy, short stories and travel memoir under J.F. Penn and also writes non-fiction for authors and hosts The Creative Penn Podcast. You can listen above or on your favorite podcast app or read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below. Show Notes From story seeds to stories Writing an author’s note The Black Church , a short story, available as a stand-alone or as part of The Buried and the Drowned collection . Author’s Note for The Black Church You can find How to Write, Publish, and Market Short Stories on all platforms, in all formats: www.TheCreativePenn.com/shortstorybook From story seeds to stories One of the most common questions that writers get asked is ‘Where do you get your ideas?’ This is a strange question for many of us, since we are often so deluged with ideas that the difficulty is sifting out which ones to turn into a story. The trick is to tune into your curiosity and

Pricing your book is confusing + most authors get it completely wrong. Joanna Penn joins me sift through the options. She's published over 40 books, so she's definitely figured out what does + doesn’t work. We talk through pricing everything - ebooks, paperbacks, audiobooks, super fancy hardback editions + even Kickstarter campaigns. If you're wondering whether your book should cost $2.99 or $12.99, or you're curious about actually making money from writing (it can be done), this one's for you. Joanna knows her stuff + she's not precious about sharing the numbers that work. Perfect timing for me - I'm definitely stealing her advice for Think Like a Film Crew. Look for more shows in this Your Biz Needs a Book strand where we convince you that your business will be vastly improved by having a book. Books discussed in this episode: Writing the Shadow - Joanna Penn Death Valley - Joanna Penn Joanna's website: thecreativepenn.com Joanna's podcast: The Creative Penn Podcast ==== If you’d like my help with your Business go to www.lizscully.com/endlessClients ==== And don’t forget to get your reading list of the 10 essential reads for every successful biz owner - these are the books Liz recommends almost on the daily to her strategy + Mastermind clients. This isn’t your usual list of biz books, these answer the challenges you’ve actually got coming up right now. Helpful, quick to read and very timely. Click here lizscully.com/reading to get your book list

#60 Embracing the Creative Process: Writing with Authenticity and Courage with Joanna Penn What if I told you that writing a book could transform not only your career but also your entire perspective on life? As Joanna says, "Writing a book will change you." In this episode, I’m joined by Joanna Penn, award-winning author, podcaster, and creative entrepreneur, who shares her incredible journey from IT consultant to international best-selling author. Joanna has sold over a million books in 176 countries and 5 languages, and her podcast, The Creative Penn, has been downloaded over 10 million times, and accessed across 229 countries. Joanna’s passion for creating value for her readers and listeners shines through as she discusses the transformative power of writing, her multi-faceted approach to income streams, and how loving what you do can lead to lasting success. “I walk along the canal to clear my mind and let ideas flow.” In this episode: Insights from Joanna’s two podcasts, where she shares actionable tips for writers and explores the intersection of creativity and travel How Joanna’s meticulous research process enriches her books with authenticity and detail What simple habits like walking along the canal can unlock creativity and help ideas flow How reading widely influences a writer's style and genre choices Enhancing the depth and relatability of a writer's work through personal experience Discover the tools Joanna uses to streamline her writing process, from Scrivener to Kobo "I am creative. I am an author." Discover how embracing the creative process can unlock new opportunities, deepen the connection to your audience, and help you build a thriving business around your passion. Joanna shares practical tips for aspiring writers, insights into managing multiple income streams, and her philosophy on staying authentic in your work. Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a seasoned author, or simply someone seeking creative inspiration, this conversation will leave you motivated to take the next step in your journey. Connect with Joanna Please connect with Joanna online to explore her books, author resources, and what’s to come. The Creative Penn Website The Creative Penn Podcast Books and Travel Podcast Fiction Books by J.F. Penn Successful Self-Publish Fourth Edition Out Now Free Author Blueprint Become a Patreon Member Instagram Facebook YouTube <l

In this episode of the Book Funnel Podcast, we welcome Joanna Penn, a prolific author and prominent podcaster in self-publishing. We discuss the evolution of indie publishing, the importance of author branding, and how to connect with readers in a changing landscape. Joanna shares insights on her current projects, the significance of authenticity in writing, and navigating the challenges posed by AI in the literary world. The conversation emphasizes the need for authors to focus on their unique voices and the love of writing, while also adapting to industry changes. Takeaways Joanna Penn has been writing for 20 years and has seen the evolution of indie publishing. The indie publishing landscape is constantly changing, and authors must adapt to new tools and technologies. Author branding is crucial for standing out in a crowded market. It's important to connect with readers and understand their preferences. Authors can change their branding and rebrand over time as their writing evolves. Authenticity in writing is more important than ever, especially in the age of AI. Focusing on serving existing readers can be more beneficial than constantly seeking new ones. Writing should come from a place of passion and love, not just for profit. Authors can create unique projects that resonate with their audience, even if they don't follow market trends. Building a community of true fans can lead to sustainable success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Meet Joanna Penn: Author and Podcaster 11:41 The Evolution of Author Branding 23:58 Navigating Reader Expectations and Promises 40:49 The Role of Authenticity in Writing 42:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 43:09 Outro

In this newest episode of the En Factor, we are absolutely thrilled to be joined by Joanna Penn, a long time author, podcaster, and international professional speaker! Joanna joins us from the United Kingdom, where she has written a wide variety of genres over her career from nonfiction providing guidance and advice surrounding authoring and self-publishing, to fictional thrillers, dark fantasy, and memoirs under the name J.F. Penn. Since transitioning out of an IT consultant job to begin writing nearly twenty years ago, Joanna has been recognized by the New York Times and USA Today as a bestselling author for her work. Joanna also joins us from the podcasting realm as she is one of the early adopters of connecting with an audience with a podcast through The Creative Penn Podcast, with hundreds of episodes dating back to 2009. Discussing the topics of authoring and the business surrounding being an author, Joanna is recognized as one of the top 1% of podcasters in the world, and has developed The Creative Penn into a successful business along with her own online community to connect with her audience even further. Joanna has also spoken at numerous events about the authoring space travelling to events all over the world, as well as virtual conferences and workshops. Having followed Joanna and her work for a long time, this episode was a very special one to record and one you will not want to miss a second of! Join us to learn more about Joanna’s entrepreneurial journey, and how she chose herself to pursue her passion of authoring, as well as how she leveraged her knowledge and experience to create numerous valuable assets and build a successful business! Key Words - Women in Entrepreneurship, Author

Joanna Penn’s back with us today to discuss her book, Writing the Shadow. Unusually for this prolific author – this book took years to write. In it, she explores the darker aspects of our psyche and how they can enrich our writing + business. In this fascinating conversation, Joanna shares her journey of embracing her shadow side, the importance of self-reflection + how confronting our inner darkness can lead to greater creativity + resilience. Look for more episode in this Your Business Needs a Book strand. Books discussed in this episode: Writing the Shadow - Joanna Penn How to Write Nonfiction - Joanna Penn The Artist's Way - Julia Cameron Joanna's website: thecreativepenn.com Joanna's podcast: The Creative Penn Podcast ==== If you’d like my help with your Business go to www.lizscully.com/endlessClients ==== And don’t forget to get your reading list of the 10 essential reads for every successful biz owner - these are the books Liz recommends almost on the daily to her strategy + Mastermind clients. This isn’t your usual list of biz books, these answer the challenges you’ve actually got coming up right now. Helpful, quick to read and very timely. Click here lizscully.com/reading to get your book list

Matty Dalrymple talks with Joanna Penn about THE EVOLVING AUTHOR AND SECOND EDITIONS, including the release of the second edition of Joanna's book, HOW TO WRITE NON-FICTION. Joanna discusses the changes in nonfiction writing, including the importance of storytelling, which led her to apply some of the personal elements and insights she has used in her memoir works into this new edition. We delve into the challenges and benefits of putting out a new edition versus updating the existing one, the evolving landscape of self-publishing, and the impact of new technologies on the writing business. Interview video at https://bit.ly/TIAPYTPlaylist Show notes at https://www.theindyauthor.com/podcast.html If you find the information in this video useful, please consider supporting The Indy Author! https://www.patreon.com/theindyauthor https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mattydalrymple Joanna Penn writes non-fiction for authors and is an award-winning, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of thrillers, dark fantasy, and memoir as J.F. Penn. She's also an award-winning podcaster of The Creative Penn Podcast, a creative entrepreneur, and an international professional speaker. Matty Dalrymple is the author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers, beginning with ROCK PAPER SCISSORS; the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels, beginning with THE SENSE OF DEATH; and the Ann Kinnear Suspense Shorts. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and Sisters in Crime. Matty also writes, speaks, and consults on the writing craft and the publishing voyage, and shares what she's learned on THE INDY AUTHOR PODCAST. She has written books on the business of short fiction and podcasting for authors; her articles have appeared in "Writer's Digest" magazine. She serves as the Campaigns Manager for the Alliance of Independent Authors.

Today’s guest is Joanna Penn, prolific author + expert in the world of writing + publishing. We’re discussing her book on writing non-fiction, part of a wide array of books she’s created to help aspiring authors do well. We discussed practical strategies on, amongst other things, how to find your unique voice + connect with your audience. Joanna's clear anyone can produce effective writing with the right approach. This episode is also part of the December Daily , where - you guessed it - the show is, gasp , daily for the whole month. Extra Episodes Mentioned Audio for Authors - An episode featuring Joanna Penn and Katherine Goldman, discussing the legal aspects of audio for authors. Writer 's Block - An upcoming episode in the December Daily Sessions series that will address overcoming writer's block. Make sure to check these out for more insights and tips on writing and publishing! Joanna’s books discussed in this episode: How to Write Nonfiction: Turn Your Knowledge into Words Audio for Authors - Joanna Penn Career Change - Joanna Penn Writing the Shadow - Joanna Penn Pilgrimage - Joanna Penn Other book mentioned in this episode: Atomic Habits - James Clear Joanna's website: thecreativepenn.com Joanna's podcast: The Creative Penn Podcast ==== If you’d like my help with your Business go to www.lizscully.com/endlessClients ==== And don’t forget to get your reading list of the 10 essential reads for every successful biz owner - these are the books Liz recommends almost on the daily to her strategy + Mastermind clients. This isn’t your usual list of biz books, these answer the challenges you’ve actually got coming up right now. Helpful, quick to read and very timely. Click here lizscully.com/reading to get your book list

Want to learn how facing your inner shadows can lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life? In this enlightening episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast , host David Hall is joined by author Joanna Penn to explore the richness that lies within the darker aspects of our personality. Join us as we navigate Carl Jung's concept of the "shadow" and uncover how these unconscious traits, often repressed by societal norms, can be a goldmine for creativity. Joanna shares her personal journey of embracing her introversion, moving from a high-stress corporate career to becoming a successful and intuitive writer. She discusses using triggers and shadow exploration to enrich both personal and professional life, offering actionable insights. This episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice that will resonate deeply with introverts aiming to harness their unique strengths. Whether you're a writer, creator, or someone striving for personal mastery, understanding and embracing your shadow can elevate your work and personal life. Be inspired by Joanna Penn’s journey and learn how to turn your own darkness into gold. Tune in for a captivating discussion that promises not just self-improvement, but a profound appreciation for the introverted experience — and be strong. Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/199 (https://quietandstrong.com/199) --- Joanna Penn writes non-fiction for authors and is an award-winning, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of thrillers, dark fantasy, and memoir as J.F. Penn. She’s also an award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and international professional speaker. She lives in Bath, England. Connect with Joanna: Website: TheCreativePenn.com Get Joanna's New Book: Writing the Shadow More from Joanna: Non-fiction books | Fiction Books Socials: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Send us Fan Mail Support the show - - - Contact the Host of the Quiet and Strong Podcast: David Hall Author, Speaker, Educator, Podcaster quietandstrong.com Gobio.link/quietandstrong david [at] quietandstrong.com NOTE: This post may contain affiliate links. I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. Take the FREE Personality Assessment: Typefinder Personality Assessment Follow David on your favorite social platform: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube Get David's book: Minding Your Time: Time Management, Productivity, and Success, Especially for Introverts Get <a href='http

Send us a text Today’s show is a special bonus episode of me being interviewed on the Creative Penn Podcast with the most excellent host, Joanna Penn! Joanna and I talk about writing realistic police stories, starting a second career as an author, networking, and the dangers of writing about real-life trauma. Please enjoy my chat with Joanna Penn. In today’s episode, we discuss: · Becoming a writer after a significant first career · Dos and don'ts of finding a mentor · Being of service and volunteering with purpose · Knowing when an author relationship clicks · Writing entertainment vs. writing for therapy · Managing different energies in an author conference Check out Joanna's website! Check out Field Training (Brew City Blues Book 1)!! Enjoy the Cops and Writers book series. Please visit the Cops and Writers website. What would you do if you lost the one you loved the most? How far would you go to quench your thirst for vengeance? https://a.co/d/2UsJPba Support the show

Mark interviews Joanna Penn about her new book Writing the Shadow: Turn Your Inner Darkness into Words , then associated Kickstarter she launched for it, plans she has to window its release, and much more. Prior to the main content, Mark thanks Patrons of the Stark Reflections Podcast . In their conversation, Mark and Joanna talk about: How it has been a while since Joanna has been on Mark's podcast (she was in episode 212) The number of years Joanna has been podcasting under The Creative Penn brand (March 2009) How sometimes there's a book that you really want to write that you're not ready to write yet The way we can often push the "shadows" down and repress them The importance of writing the things that fascinate you What happens when you push a balloon down underwater and try to hold it there Plato's Chariot and the White and Dark horses and getting them to run together in harmony The value of addressing what we're repressing and bringing it into the light particularly in your writing How critical it is for successful fiction to have conflict, which is often derived from the shadow The common themes in Joanna's writing about helping or saving the family or saving the world The only way we're going to be able to stand out as human in a crowded market, and, in particular, a market with emerging AI-generated content How Writing the Shadow and Pilgrimage are "mid-life" books for Joanna as she is addressing that part of her existence and Mememto Mori in those memoir-style books Exploring how you're being held back by some of those things that you've allowed to be repressed The shadows in both self-publishing and traditional publishing How you don't need to be afraid to look into the shadow and perhaps find the gold in that shadow The Kickstarter that Joanna has launched for Writing the Shadow The way authors have long focused on the retail websites for sales but how that has slowly shifted into a new phase of direct selling and windowing strategies Joanna's launch strategy for Writing the Shadow which starts with Kickstarter, migrates to direct selling on her personal websites, and then moves into broader retail and library distribution The value of standing out as an author, particularly today How Writing the Shadow is an optimistic book despite the topic and themes explored in it Building a new author ecosystem and training existing and new readers to engage in that realm The importance of remembering how the business model will keep changing but what doesn't change is writing the books of your heart and the books that will help you and others Gifts of the shadow, finding the gold, and the idea of "after the curse comes the gift" The spiral bound workbook How thecreativepenn.com/shadowbook will redirect either to the Kickstarter or wherever the books are available in the future The horror themed storybundle that Mark and Joanna are both in And more... After the interview Mark reflects on a few things from the conversation, announces a bonus for his patrons related to a reward from Joanna's Kickstarter, and invites listeners to share their own reflections on this topic. Links of Interest: Joanna Penn's Main Website: The Creative Penn Writing the Shadow Halloween/Horror Storybundle (E

If you want to use your book to build an empire, this episode is for you. In this episode, Jake sits down with New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller author, Joanna Penn, as she reveals her best marketing tips after selling almost 1,000,000 books, how she built a massive author empire, her big prediction for future book sales, and the future of AI in the book industry. What You’ll Learn How Joanna built a massive author empire after reading a Jack Canfield book Why authors need to focus on their bank account more than vanity metrics The future of AI in the book industry Her big prediction for the future of book sales Her best marketing tips after selling almost 1,000,000 books About Joanna Joanna Penn writes non-fiction for authors and is an award-nominated, New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller author as J.F.Penn. She’s also an award-winning podcaster, creative entrepreneur, and international professional speaker. Connect with Joanna Follow Joanna on IG - @jfpennauthor Follow Joanna on Twitter - @thecreativepenn Visit Joanna’s Website - http://www.thecreativepenn.com/ Connect with Jake Buy Jake’s Bestselling Book, Big Idea To Bestseller Follow Jake: @jakekelfer Subscribe to Jake’s YouTube Channel - @jake_kelfer Text ELEVATE to 661-669-7363 for weekly book & business tips! Get Instant Access To Jake’s Free Training: How To Write And Launch A Bestselling Book In 1 Hour A Day

Kent talks to Joanna Penn about her brand-new book, How to Write a Novel . You’ll learn how writing a novel changes you, whether you should try discovery writing or outlining, how to choose a story structure, how to get over the fear of being judged, and much more. Joanna Penn is an award-nominated, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of thrillers, writing under the pen name J.F. Penn. She also writes non-fiction for authors. Joanna is also the host of The Creative Penn podcast and an award-winning creative entrepreneur. Her site, TheCreativePenn.com has been voted in the Top 100 sites for writers by Writer's Digest. 📚 Download your FREE Daily Writer Starter Kit at https://dailywriterlife.com/free ✉️ Want writing tips and inspiration delivered to your inbox daily? Sign up for the FREE Daily Writer email at https://dailywriterlife.com/dailyemail 🚀 Want to grow your writing business and accelerate your success? Check out our Daily Writer Club . 📱Follow us: Instagram , TikTok , Facebook , Twitter

Hello, my Substack friends. This interview with Podcast Host of the Award Winning The Creative Penn podcast , Joanna Penn proves the old adage that “you never know until you ask.” I am a big fan of Joanna’s podcast, website, and books. On a whim, I pitched an interview with her and she graciously and generously agreed to it. I am still on a high from this interview and the fabulous information Joanna shared. Joanna covers every aspect of self-publishing from writing, to publishing, to distributing, to marketing a book in her books and her podcasts. She has grown a successful business as an author with over 30 books both fiction and non-fiction to her credit and another book soon on the way. How did she do it and what tips can she share with the aspiring writer? Have a listen… Always positive and a self-proclaimed “cheerleader” for authors she believes that an already published book can find more success than a newly launched book with the right marketing techniques and new publishing outlets. She offers insights into the indie publishing field and how she feels it is transformative for new authors in getting their work out into the world. She answers all of my questions - some pretty basic - ie. can you place your book with two different online retailers as the same time? - Sorry, Joanna. But, hey, this is how my mind works. Listen and learn. You can find Joanna Penn and all about her books and her podcasts at her website, TheCreativePenn.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit claudinewolk.substack.com/subscribe

Mark and Joanna Penn talk about collaborating on the writing and release of their co-authored book THE RELAXED AUTHOR: Take the Pressure Off Your Art and Enjoy the Creative Journey . Prior to the main content, Mark shares comments from a recent episode, thanks Patrons and offers a few words about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by Findaway Voices. You can learn more about how you can get your work distributed to retailers and library systems around the world at starkreflections.ca/Findaway. In their conversation, Mark and Joanna talk about: How pretty and beautifully designed the book turned out to be Where the idea for this book came from and why they decided to write it Knowing one another both personally and professionally for so long and the inherent trust and understanding they had getting into this project How to determine that a potential opportunity is with the right partner The contract that Joanna and Mark signed as part of this agreement/collaborative publishing The logistics behind publishing the book under Curl Up Press, Joanna's imprint How they divided up the responsibilities for the overall book project Use of Draft2Digital's payment splitting for the eBook and the other ways the book is being published in different formats as well as available to purchase direct from Joanna Their different approaches to outlining and writing a non-fiction book How each chapter of the book includes both of Joanna and Mark's voice in answer to specific topic areas The different tools that each of them enjoy using, such as Google spreadsheets, Dropbox, Scrivener, ScribeCount Creating the original draft of the book in audio first via a series of conversations Some of the challenges and frustrations of the re-writing and editing of the work in a collaborative manner that they encountered The relaxed approach Joanna and Mark are both taking in the launch of the book Why they both admitted to not always being relaxed as an important thing to include in the book How the practices that Mark and Joanna talk about help prepare them for the long-term author journey The way that the things they shared in this book aren't all that different than the things they've shared in their previous books for authors, but that the focus is "the relaxed author" so it's more of a concise and narrowed down focus on that topic The inclusive way that their suggestions for being a relaxed author include "do X, or don't" How an author's writing should be where they can turn to for solice and comfort, not for stress And more... After the conversation Mark reflects on just how lucky he is that he got to work on a collaborative project like this with Joanna. He then asks listeners to reflect on their own experience around being, or trying to be a relaxed author. Links of Interest: Joanna Penn's Website The Creative Penn Podcast The Books and Travel Podcast Joanna's Books The Relaxed Author Buy eBook Direct Buy Audiobook Direct Related YouTube Videos The Relaxed Au

For over ten years, Joanna Penn has been the voice behind the seminal writer’s podcast, The Creative Penn. She started out by building a business around her non-fiction work, but deep down she always knew that writing fiction was the bigger dream. Since taking the plunge, she’s published nearly twenty works of fiction, including a Finalist in the International Thriller Writer Award for Best Ebook Original. In the year of COVID, Joanna’s been thinking a lot about the idea of New Normal as she navigates a series of pivots big and small, not just in her daily routines and habits, but also her long-term goals. Listen to this interview to find out what’s shifted for Joanna and how she’s thinking about success moving forward. About The Fearless Storyteller: Are you finding this podcast to be a valuable resource? Learn how to support the show (and be benefited in return) on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ethanfreckleton Intro Song: “Unlimited Love” (instrumental version) by Ethan Freckleton & Lucas Clebsch Learn more about Joanna’s non-fiction world at The Creative Penn or her fiction at JFPenn.com .

In this special bonus/additional episode, released between regular weekly episodes of the podcast, Mark has a conversation with Joanna Penn about emerging digital A.I. technologies and what it means for writers. The initial conversation is using the words that Mark and Joanna would share in conversation, but the voice was generated using their respective Voice Doubles from Descript OverDub. After the AI Voice Double conversation, the real Mark and Joanna share their thoughts and reflections on the conversation, the process behind creating the computer-generated conversation and what it all means for the publishing and writing communities. Joanna Penn writes non-fiction for authors and is an award-nominated, New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller author as J.F.Penn. She’s a podcaster and an award-winning creative entrepreneur. Her site, TheCreativePenn.com has been voted in the Top 100 sites for writers by Writer's Digest. Links of Interest : The Creative Penn Episode 002 - Living the Healthy Writer's Life with Joanna Penn Episode 103 - 15 Takeaways from the WMG Publishing Master Class The Creative Penn Podcast - Episode 482 - How to Get Your Book Into Libraries and Bookstores with Mark Leslie Lefebvre Descript Patreon for Stark Reflections The introductory, end, and bumper music for this podcast (“Laser Groove”) was composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of www.incompetech.com and is Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

EPISODE 200!! Today’s guest is the wonderful Joanna Penn , author, podcaster, speaker, and all-around lovely lady! When I asked myself who, in my wildest happy dreams, I would like to be a guest on my 200th episode, Joanna was my first thought. And lucky me, she said yes! :-D I asked Joanna to start by taking us on a quick tour of her journey, how she started, how she learned about publishing, and how she earned and then surpassed the good salary she'd been earning in her day job. Joanna urges listeners to consider the long-term game, and practice persistence. If you quit too soon, you might think you were failing only because you didn't realize the road was longer than you'd realized. You also need to keep in mind that you don’t have to do everything, and you don't have to follow the path of those around you. Everyone will have a slightly different journey. You need to find what makes you happy and is sustainable. How do you want to live? There is an abundance of information on The Creative Penn website, https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ . Most of it is free, so take a look. She offers a free copy of her Author 2.0 Blueprint , plus you can find all of the episodes of her podcast, The Creative Penn, and links to all of her books -- nonfiction for writers as well as her thrillers, dark fantasy, and the rest of her books. Joanna welcomes questions on Twitter, @TheCreativePenn .

In episode 66 of the Am Writing Fantasy podcast, Jesper is joined by one of the most influential voices within the indie-author space. That's Joanna Penn. Joanna and Jesper discuss whether you should be publishing your books wide or choose exclusivity with Amazon (Kindle Unlimited). They also cover multiple streams of income. Hosting author events. How to manage a busy work schedule and whether or not authors should be paying attention to future tech, such as virtual reality and augmented reality. You can find out about Joanna Penn here: https://www.thecreativepenn.com/podcasts/ https://www.booksandtravel.page/listen/ https://twitter.com/thecreativepenn Tune in for new episodes EVERY single Monday. SUPPORT THE AM WRITING FANTASY PODCAST! Please tell a fellow author about the show and visit us at Apple podcast and leave a rating and review. Join us at www.patreon.com/AmWritingFantasy. For as little as a dollar a month, you’ll get awesome rewards and keep the Am Writing Fantasy podcast going. Read the full transcript below. (Please note that it's automatically generated and while the AI is super cool, it isn't perfect. There may be misspellings or incorrect words on occasion). Narrator (2s): You're listening to the amwritingfantasy podcast. In today's publishing landscape, you can reach fans all over the world. Query letters are a thing of the past. You don't even need a literary agent. There is nothing standing in the way of making a living from writing join to best selling authors who have self published more than 20 books between them. Now onto the show with your hosts, Autumn Birt and Jesper Schmidt. Jesper (30s): Hello, I am Jesper and this is episode 66 of the amwritingfantasy podcast. So while autumn is taken care of some other stuff today, I'm extremely pleased to be joined by probably one of the most influential voices in the indie author space. So I'm going to have a very interesting chat with Joanna Penn and a while we start out by talking about extra activity versus going wide. I'll also try to ask Joanna some questions that I at least hope she hasn't heard a million times before, but we'll see how it goes. Um, chances are that you've heard you Anna, on other podcasts before. So I, so I want to see if I can take the conversation in a slightly different direction. That than normal, but we'll see how that goes. For those of you who might not know Joanna I can let you know that she's an award nominated New York times and us a two day bestselling author and Joanna writes thrillers under JF Penn and have written more than 30 books and sold over half a million bucks in 84 countries. And I think there's probably more than that by now and five languages. So she is a very big advocate of selling your books wide rather than being exclusive to Amazon. And she regularly advises authors on topics within self-publishing through her very successful podcast, the creative Penn podcast. So I honestly tried to reduce that introduction as much as I could do. I know, but the, but there's so much to say, so I didn't know where to stop, but welcome to the amwritingfantasy podcast. Joanna (2m 2s): Hello. Thanks for having me. Yes. For and yeah, I realized I've been going for more than a decade now in this, in these phase, so it can be difficult to encapsulate, but I'm really happy to be on the show today and answer any questions you have. Jesper (2m 15s): Yeah, that's very good. I don't know, maybe just to start off softly here, is there anything maybe you could share about yourself or what you're doing at the moment that I didn't quite touch upon there in the intro? Joanna (2m 26s): Uh, yeah. Well I think what's interesting, well, might might be interesting to the listeners. I mean, you have the amwritingfantasy podcast and in fact, I got up this morning and went to my writing cafe and wrote 2000

Joanna Penn spent the last ten years designing a career as an authorpreneur. As a self-published author, business owner, and podcaster, she thrives on self-investment and brand recognition. Penn is most known for her international and award-winning podcast, The Creative Penn. She has written many titles for independent writers including How To Market a Book and Successful Self-Publishing . In addition, Joanna publishes a unique brand of dark fiction under the name J.F. Penn. When she isn’t writing, she runs Curl Up Press and speaks professionally around the world. From Amazon.com: Joanna Penn is a bestselling author, international speaker and award-winning entrepreneur based in Bath, England. Her site, www.TheCreativePenn.com helps authors with creativity, writing, publishing, book marketing and creative entrepreneurship. It has been voted one of the top 100 sites for authors by Writers Digest. Joanna has a popular podcast, The Creative Penn, and a YouTube Channel. Whether you’re traditionally published or indie, writing a good book is only the first step in becoming a successful author. The days of just turning a manuscript into your editor and walking away are gone. If you want to succeed in today’s publishing world, you need to understand every aspect of the business - editing, formatting, marketing, contracts. It all starts with a good book, then the real work begins. Join international bestselling author J.D. Barker and indie powerhouse, J. Thorn, as they gain unique insight and valuable advice from the most prolific and accomplished authors in the business. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to find an enjoyable career How to establish a brand Why time comes before money How to scale a product Why to invest in yourself Links: Joanna Penn - https://jfpenn.com/ The Creative Penn Podcast - https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ Books and Travel Podcast - https://www.booksandtravel.page/listen/ Successful Self-Publishing by Joanna Penn - https://books2read.com/PennSelfPublishing How To Market a Book by Joanna Penn - https://books2read.com/HowToMarketABook J. D. Barker - http://jdbarker.com/ J. Thorn - https://theauthorlife.com/ Music by Nicorus - https://cctrax.com/nicorus/dust-to-dust-ep Voice Over by Rick Ganley - http://www.nhpr.com and recorded at Mill Pond Studio - http://www.millpondstudio.com Contact - https://writersinkpodcast.com/contact/ *Full disclosure: Some of the links are affiliate links. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Meine erste Podcastfolge in englischer Sprache. Hello to all English speaking and listening people: Just start the audio and listen. It is more than 94 percent in English. Enjoy the show! (And if you need help and information about the German market: Just send me an e-mail: h@henriapell.com ) Als Gast: Joanna Penn. Joanna ist erfolgreiche Selfpublisherin und Podcasterin. In den Shownotes unten findet ihr die Links zu ihren Büchern. Sie hat 3 ihrer Non-Fiction-Bücher ins deutsche übersetzen und bearbeite lassen, neue Cover gestaltet und bei Amazon eingestellt. Wer in einem fremdsprachigen Markt seine Bücher verkaufen will, für den ist natürlich das Marketing das Hauptproblem. Ohne Netzwerk, Unterstützung und Sprachenkenntnisse tut man sich da schwer. Was also tun? Joanna zeigt ihre Strategie und wie sie diese umgesetzt hat. Seid gespannt! Shownotes Her 3 books in German – Ihre 3 Bücher in deutscher Sprache: – Mindset-Buch . – Als Selfpublisher erfolgreich . – Mit dem Schreiben Geld verdienen . Ihr Podcast The Creative Penn . Ihr Reise-Podcast Books and Travel . (Her travel-podcast) Joannas dunkleres Ich . (The darker side of Joanna – prepare to be surprised) Demnächst auch für das deutsche Amazon verfügbar: Das erwähnte Tool, das dir extrem viel Recherchearbeit erspart. Einfach hier klicken für mehr Infos . The fantastic tool Joanna mentioned: Klick here for more information . Und jetzt: Haut in die Tasten!

Writing a book is on the 'one day' list of many public speakers and entrepreneurs, but after listening to this show you may decide it's a must have rather than a nice to have. That's because today, I'm speaking with Joanna Penn, award-nominated, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author,about the whys and wherefores of book writing for public speakers. Joanna writes thrillers under J.F.Penn and also writes non-fiction for authors with 30+ books published in 84 countries and 5 languages. She is also a professional speaker, entrepreneur and host of The Creative Penn Podcast, which has been downloaded over 3.7 million times in 219 countries. This episode is jam packed with golden nuggets that apply to business and speaking as well as to how to make writing a book work for you. We cover a lot of ground and I know that you will get massive value from listening. Enjoy! What we talk about: Why you should side hustle before you leap. Success criteria and how you should develop your own measures. The advantages of self-publishing and becoming an 'indy' author The benefits of documenting your journey. How imposter syndrome affects Joanna. What can trigger imposter syndrome and the antidote. What Joanna learned when her first book failed. The benefits of controlling your IP The difference between non-fiction and fiction How fiction can help people too. Why speakers should consider writing a book. The different streams of income possible. The history of book length and how long yours should be. The importance of picking the right book title. Why you should niche down in book writing and speaking. The first three things you should do if you want to write a book. Thoughts on authenticity. Why it's completely fine if there are already lots of other books in your area of expertise. Why you should consider your definition of success in the way you choose to launch your book. Why being intentional is so critical to your success. Resources* All things Joanna: Website - https://www.thecreativepenn.com Joanna Penn – The Creative Penn Podcast How to Write Non-Fiction by Joanna Penn Public Speaking for Introverts by Joanna Penn Social Media @thecreativepenn Instagram @JFPennauthor Other Resources: Cracking Speech Mate! – How to Use Humour to Make You an Amazing Speaker (Hard Copy) by Sarah Archer Cracking Speech Mate – by Sarah Archer (Ebook) The Success Principles by Jack Canfield https://www.thespeakingclub.com/masterclass https://www.storyledspeaking.com https://www.standoutpitch.com <a href="https://www.sarah

A few people online have helped me with my creative career either directly or indirectly. Joanna Penn is one of those people. I first started listening to the Creative Penn podcast by Joanna Penn in 2014 just before I started Become a Writer Today. Since I started listening five years ago, Joanna’s show and books have taught me valuable lessons about creativity, self-publishing and writing books that sell. I’ve admired Joanna’s work for years and I was finally able to interview Joanna for this Become a Writer Today podcast episode. In this interview, Joanna explains: * How she approaches writing a nonfiction book * Why some entrepreneurs rely on ghostwriters for writing a book * What her creative process for fiction and nonfiction looks like (and why they differ) * The question every aspiring author should ask before they write their book And lots more Connect with Joanna at https://www.booksandtravel.page/ https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ Check out her book How to Write Non-Fiction: Turn Your Knowledge Into Words --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/becomeawritertoday/message Support the show If you enjoyed the show please leave a review on Apple . And if you have any questions you can find me on Twitter @BryanJCollins Thanks for listening!

Joanna Penn writes New York Times and USA Today-bestselling thrillers as J.F. Penn — and, under her own name, runs one of the most respected resources for authors on the web. Between fiction, non-fiction and courses she has released 28 books, sold over half a million copies in 84 countries and five languages, and been named Digital Book World’s Publishing Commentator of the Year. Her latest guide, The Healthy Writer (co-authored with Dr Euan Lawson), tackles an awkward truth: long hours at a screen can wreck a creative’s body and mind. In this conversation Joanna explains how she swapped painkillers for yoga, loneliness for community and “exercise” for joyful movement — lessons that apply to every creative discipline, not just writing. ‘Creation is therapy,’ Joanna says. ‘But you need a body that will carry you the distance.’ Listen below (or on your favourite app) for a practical, myth-busting guide to becoming a healthy creative. Episode summary Joanna Penn Author-entrepreneur, podcaster and speaker, Joanna bridges commercial success with candid talk about the physical and mental toll of a creative life. Her collaboration with Dr Lawson distils medical research and personal experience into a survival manual for anyone who works at a screen. Big ideas in this conversation Creation as therapy – writing heals trauma and boosts mood, but only if the body is cared for too. From discipline to pleasure – swap ‘exercise’ for enjoyable movement and ‘diet’ for mindful food. The ergonomics upgrade – desks, laptop stands and voice dictation can prevent years of pain. Combatting isolation – online communities, conferences and group activities reverse the health risks of loneliness. Myth-busting the tortured artist – you can be prolific, ambitious and well-rested; suffering is optional. Advice worth hearing in full Scan your body – notice tension or aches before they become injuries. Schedule movement – morning writing; mid-morning yoga; afternoons for admin. Reframe rest – evenings and weekends off aren’t indulgent, they’re fuel. Find the right teacher – a supportive instructor can turn exercise hatred into lifelong joy. Where next? Explore The Healthy Writer — packed with medical insights and practical tips — at <a href="https://www.thecreativepenn.com/healthy-writer/" re

Bestselling author William Bernhardt discusses the latest news from the worlds of books and publishing, then interviews Joanna Penn, founder of The Creative Penn and host of The Creative Penn podcast. News Items: 1) Amazon appears to be diminishing the influence of the "Also Bought" book page feature in favor of paid advertising. Is it time for you to take the plunge into the world of Amazon ads? 2) Big Five New York publishers are consolidating and eliminating many of their imprints. Is this a recognition that the book world has changed and brick-and-mortar stores are no longer the primary place where books are sold? 3) We mourn the passing of Stan Lee, creative genius of Marvel Comics. What lessons can Red Sneaker Writers take from his fascinating life? In the interview, Joanna Penn explains content-based marketing and how writers--including fiction writers--can create promotional material that engages writers and increases the sales of their books. She discusses specifically what works--and what doesn't. For more information about the New Orleans Writers Retreat, visit: https://www.williambernhardt.com/writing-retreats About WriterCon 2019--Did I say we were offering a 50% discount? Oops. I mean a $50-off discount, if you register before the end of 2018. For more information, visit: https://writercon.org Links: The Creative Penn: https://www.thecreativepenn.com William Bernhardt: https://www.williambernhardt.com Email: wb@williambernhardt.com

Listen to the full episode here:https://www.novelmarketing.com/113/IntroductionJames L Rubart: And in this episode, we’re going to talk about how to use content to promote your book.Thomas Umstattd Jr.: Joanna Penn is an award-nominated, New York Times bestselling author of thrillers under J.F.Penn. She has sold over half a million books all over the world. Her site, TheCreativePenn.com is regularly voted one of the top 10 sites for writers and self-publishers.Joanna and I got started blogging about marketing for authors at about the same time in 2007. Joanna smartly focused on independent authors while we at Author Tech Tips and Author Media focused too much on traditional authors. She got on the ship that was rising and I got on the ship that was sinking. So I have since drunk the indie author Kool-Aid, but Joanna, welcome to the show.Joanna Penn: Oh thanks for having me guys. And it’s so funny you say that, because someone was asking me the other day “why does your blog always come up when people Google stuff” and I’m like it’s because I started in 2008 blogging about self-publishing when seriously nobody wanted to know about self-publishing. So if you get early on something that’s not popular, then when it finally becomes popular, you know you’ll be out in front. But yeah it’s great. We’re talking about this today.James Rubart: Well and it’s not only the fact that you got in early, but you have excellent content. Thomas and I are both fans of your show. So congratulations on doing it for a long time, but also doing it so well.Joanna Penn: Thank you so much. I was also saying to someone “check out the Wayback Machine. You guys know the Wayback Machine, when you can look at websites what they looked like. My site in 2009 was a lot different. So again, we will get better over time, right?What is content?Thomas Umstattd: I want to talk about content, and Joanna, it’s really easy for those of us in the industry to just assume we know what content means.I was working at a radio station, I had a radio show. And they were struggling, and I was like “you need to be focusing on creating content.” And one of the staff people at the radio station, looked at me and said “What do you mean by content?” And I was like…”what do you mean, ‘what do you mean by content?’?”So what is content?Joanna Penn: So, for me, content as it relates to marketing, so let’s call it Content Marketing, is basically creating and sharing online material, like articles, video, audio, images, that don’t explicitly market your products. Not “buy my book” type stuff, but instead, attract attention to your Web site or your profile with the aim that some of the people who check out your content is a bit of a full-on approach.So lots of people might look at a blog post and then some of them may end up joining your email list, following you on social media and may eventually buy your books. So I find it very attractive as an introvert, which is why I’ve always done it because it’s an attraction form of marketing. So in nonfiction it’s putting out useful stuff and fiction we’ll be talking about more in detail. But you know it’s attracting your ideal readers when it comes to being an author.How does content marketing work for introverted authors?James Rubart: Joanna, talk to us for a second, because you just said a keyword that I relate to and a lot of our listeners relate to, and that is introvert. A lot of people just do not want to do the marketing. But you’re saying this is a way for introverted authors to actually do marketing.Joanna Penn: This is something I care a lot about as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Give us a Rating and Review · Subscribe on iTunes About this Episode: Do you have an itch to write a book, run a marathon, become a chef, or paint a masterpiece? Following these urges to create can add a major dimension of joy and vibrance to our lives. In this episode, award-winning author Joanna Penn shares the secrets of staying motivated without letting FEAR stop you in your tracks, scheduling time for creativity, and how to care shift our MINDSET to maximize our ability to focus during and identify with the creation process. Links From This Episode: www.thecreativepenn.com Follow Joanna Penn on Instagram Follow Jen Riday on Instagram Follow Joanna Penn on Twitter Jen on Facebook Follow Joanna Penn on Facebook Sous Vide Heater The Creative Penn Podcast Deep Work by Cal Newport You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown Vibrant Happy 5 (get five self-love tips every Thursday!) Have questions you'd like Jen to answer on the show? Email her at

Mark interviews Joanna Penn of www.thecreativepenn.com about her latest book The Healthy Writer: Reduce Your Pain, Improve Your Health, And Build A Writing Career For The Long Term (co-authored with Dr. Euan Lawson) and they also have a discussion about trends in publishing and speculation about the opportunities that might be coming for writers. In his introduction to the episode, Mark announces that Findaway Voices is now an official sponsor. He shares his own experience with using Findaway Voices to create audiobooks and also his plans for some forthcoming projects. In Mark's interview with Joanna, they talk about: The new book Joanna has co-written with Dr. Euan Lawson (The Healthy Writer) as a book she has written because it was something she needed to learn The “letter to sugar” that Joanna shares in the new book and how it was affecting both her physical and mental health How the decision to co-author this title came about (measuring the value that each brings to the project) and how Joanna and Euan worked on it together How Joanna balances her three different personas (JF Penn, dark fantasy/thriller author; Joanna Penn, the optimistic writing and publishing personality, and Penny Appleton, the co-authored books she is writing with her mother) The critical importance of scheduling one’s time into blocks of activities, including “time off” from particular types of activities The role that personal connections can play in terms of building and sustaining a sense of community for a writer How Joanna incorporates business related travel and decisions on which events to agree to speak at for helping with research for her fiction projects The state of “burn-out” Joanna had reached almost two years ago and what inspired her to double-down on her own podcast instead of letting it go A strategy for how writers and entrepreneurs can approach out-sourcing some of the work they need to do for their own goals and objectives What has changed in the writing and publishing industry since Joanna started as a blogger and a podcaster almost ten years ago The thing that surprised Joanna the most about what happened in publishing in the past year The challenges that come with being an early adopter in the digital publishing space The potential forthcoming shifts that are likely to be coming within the book industry within the next few years and what it means to authors The story structure, drama, character development and masterfully storytelling from particular movies and television program like The Crown, which are also areas of opportunity for writers What the advent of self-driving cars might mean for content creation and distribution In his post interview wrap-up, Mark shares a short section from The Healthy Writer that has resonated with him, discusses the importance of optimism in a writer’s life, and then shares his own plans to train for a half-marathon later this year and how that ties back to an inspirational talk that Joanna gave in a backlist episode from her own The Creative Penn Podcast about a 100 Kilometer ultra marathon that she completed and what that taught her about her own writing. This podcast was sponsored by Findaway Voices – a company that gives authors and publishers everything they need to create professionally-narrated audiobooks and reach listeners in more than 170 countries through the world's largest audiobook distribution network Links of interest: The Creative Penn (Joanna Penn’s website) Joanna Penn on Twitter <a href="https://eua

Joanna Penn is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. She writes thrillers and nonfiction. She is a professional speaker and entrepreneur who was voted as one of the Guardian UK Top 100 Creative Professionals of 2013 . Her website The Creative Penn is regularly voted as one of the top 10 websites for writers. Her site has a lot of great content, but today we are going to dive into her writing process. Joanna is a prolific writer, and she shares a lot of value. Her writing gets a lot of accolades, but she also has a lot of books out. She is known for publishing quality and quantity in the fiction and nonfiction arena. After college Joanna became a consultant, but she was in search of the thing that she really loved and tried many different things. Joanna wrote a book about Career Change which ended up changing her career trajectory. In writing this book, she learned that she loved writing. She didn’t get to where she is overnight. It has been a 15 year journey. Today, we talk about that journey, Joanna’s writing, and more. Thousands of first-time authors have already turned their ideas into bestselling books with our guidance. You could be next. Book A Free Consultation Popular Free Resources: Download your 1-Page Book Launch Plan Nonfiction Book Outline Template Fiction Book Outline Template Follow selfpublishing.com Youtube Instagram TikTok Facebook Follow Chandler Bolt YouTube ...