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Stop Worrying, Start Writing. How to Overcome Fear and Self-Doubt with Sarah Painter

Self-doubt and fear of failure are a normal part of the creative process, but that doesn't make them any easier…

Joanna Penn

7 Reasons To Smile When Your Book Is Not a Bestseller

Writing a book is a huge achievement, but what if publication day comes round and copies are NOT flying off…

Joanna Penn

How To Be A Writer: Traditional Publishing To Indie And Hybrid With John Birmingham

Today I’m talking with Australian author John Birmingham about his journey from the dizzying heights of the traditional publishing scene,…

Joanna Penn

Writing Tips: 5 Rules for Writing Creative Non-Fiction

The techniques of fiction can be used in non-fiction to bring the truth alive, and in today's article, Antony M. Brown…

Joanna Penn

Writing Tips: 5 Mistakes To Avoid When Injuring Your Fictional Characters

My main character in the ARKANE thriller series (and alter-ego), Morgan Sierra, has been beaten up, stabbed, shot, scratched by demon…

Joanna Penn

6 Tips for Successful Self-Publishing Outside Your Home Country

Regular readers of the blog and listeners to my podcast know that I am always excited about global opportunities for…

Joanna Penn