The Author Wheel Podcast

Embracing the Shadow Self for Authentic Writing with Joanna Penn


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What's hiding in your shadow self, and how can you use it to improve your writing?

Today's conversation with Joanna Penn is a brilliant look at what it takes to unearth the raw essence of author creativity.

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. www.TheCreativePenn.com

In this interview, we talk about her book "Writing the Shadow" while reflecting on our own personal strides in writing and business - from transitioning from the corporate world to the arts, tackling email conundrums, and developing a growth mindset.

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