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by Rob Witzel
Rob, creator of Super Penguin, interviews other authors. On the show they'll talk about their books, the writing process, dealing with imposter syndrome, festivals, conventions, and anything else that comes up in the life of being an author. Rob will interview authors of all genres and experience levels.
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- 3 days ago32 min
Gretchen A. Carlson On Writing Christian Historical Fiction
Welcome back to On Writing!On this episode we chat with Gretchen A. Carlson who has written two middle grade historical fiction novels that take place during The Great Depression and World War II.For more infomation about her and her books, go to gretchen-carlson.comThere's just a few days left for the Christmas in July Superhero Book Drive! CLICK HERE if you'd like to donate. Use code PODCAST for 15% OFF your order at SuperPenguinBook.com/storeMusic from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO
- 2 weeks ago1h 0m
Ekta R. Garg On Writing Reimagined Fairy Tales
Welcome to On Writing!This episode we hosted Ekta R. Garg who shared her journey with us. Topics include information on Hybrid Publishing, Reimagining Public Domain Fairy Tales and Novel Book Camp.For more information about Ekta and her books, check our EktaRGarg.comClick here for more information about Novel Book CampJoin the Christmas in July Superhero Book Drive!Use code PODCAST for 15% off at online Super Penguin Book Store.Music from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO
- 3 weeks ago34 min
J.D. Barker On Writing Prequels
Welcome back to On Writing! In this episode, New York Times Bestseller JD Barker returns to talk about his experience writing The First Scarlet Door, the prequel to his best selling 4MK Trilogy. JD shares best bets valuable to any writer looking to go back in time with their characters. Check out JDBarker.com to learn more!Join the Christmas in July Superhero Book Drive! Donate a book to a child in need!Use code PODCAST for 15% OFF your order at SuperPenguinBook.com/storeMusic from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO
- Jun 22, 202652 min
Brian K. Morris On Writing New Pulp Fiction, Public Domain Characters & Anthologies
Welcome back to the show! This week Rob interviews Brian K. Morris, a writer of "New Pulp" (among other things). The conversation also includes tapping into the public domain and getting involved with anthologies. Check out Brian's work at RisingTide.PubCheck out Rob's new picture book, Fly Like a Penguin available for perorder and shipping out this month!Use code PODCAST for 15% off your order!Music from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO
- Jun 15, 202630 min
On Writing Fan Fiction with Serena a.k.a Hafling_Gummy_Bear
On this week's episode, Serena (also know by her Fan Fiction handle Halfling_Gummy_Bear) shines a light on the world of Fan Fiction and shares info about her Lord of the Rings inspired story,If you'd like to read Serena's work, you can do so HERERob's new picture book Fly Like a Penguin releases this month! CLICK HERE to preorder yours now!Use Coupon Code PODCAST for 15% off the Super Penguin Shop!Music from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO
- May 18, 202624 min
Rachael Salten On Writing Middle Grade Fantasy
On this episode of On Writing, Rachael Salten joins the conversation and shares her middle-grade novel, Faylinn: The Cup of the Sidhe.Raechel shares how she blends Celtic folklore with modern storytelling to create her world as well as details from her 17 year journey to complete her dream of writing her first book.Check out Rachael's LinkTree for more information about her and Faylinn: The Cup of the SidheUse Coupon Code PODCAST for 15% off the Super Penguin Shop!Music from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO
- May 4, 202628 min
Jean Davis On Writing Speculative Fiction
Thanks for checking out our podcast! This week's guest is Jean Davis, writer of Spec-Fic (horror, sci-fi, and fantasy). Jean writes multiple genres and for all age groups. She also travels to book events with LIVE CHICKENS and shares how that all started!Go to JeanDavisAuthor.com to check out Jean's latest book Siphon and more!For more information about Rob and Super Penguin, head over to SuperPenguinBook.comMusic from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO
- Apr 20, 202633 min
Cindy Lynn Sawyer On Writing STEM & SEL Children's Books
On this episode, Rob chats with author Cindy Lynn Sawyer on her books Remy's Sticky Situation and The Wonder of Under. Cindy shares her story behind becoming an author and the importance of teaching STEM and SEL in her books.For more information about Cindy and her work, head over to designed2glow.comFor more information about Rob and Super Penguin, check out SuperPenguinBook.comMusic from Uppbeat"Hometown" by NorthwesternLicense code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO
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Rob, creator of Super Penguin, interviews other authors. On the show they'll talk about their books, the writing process, dealing with imposter syndrome, festivals, conventions, and anything else that comes up in the life of being an author. Rob will interview authors of all genres and experience levels.
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