Penned By Design

By Destiny Jordan

Welcome to Penned By Design, the podcast that delves into the craft of writing, publishing, and the captivating stories that ignite our imagination. With the author business constantly evolving and

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April 08, 2026 Write with Purpose, Build a Legacy: Charlie Marcol on Storytelling, Publishing, and Impactful Work
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In this episode of Penned By Design, we explore what it truly means to write with purpose and create work that extends beyond the page.
Educator and author Charlie Marcol shares how writing began as a personal outlet and evolved into a vehicle for impact, identity, and legacy. We unpack the difference between being a writer and simply wanting to be an author—and why that distinction matters when building meaningful, lasting work.
This conversation also dives into storytelling as a form of leadership, the responsibility that comes with shaping young minds, and how creative work can influence confidence, culture, and community. Charlie reflects on how her experiences in education informed the stories she tells and the brand she’s building—one rooted in representation, purpose, and generational impact.
If you’re writing a book, building a brand, or creating something that you want to last, this episode will help you think more intentionally about your voice, your message, and the legacy you’re leaving behind.
Connect with Charlie:
Website: itsthecoolcollective.com
Instagram: thecoolestbooksever
Facebook: Charlie Marcol
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1h 17min
March 18, 2026 The Writing Process Explained: How to Think Clearly, Write Better, and Create Consistently
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Why do so many students struggle with writing?
In this episode of the Penned By Design Podcast, host Destiny Jordan sits down with Amber Parks, founder of Writing with Design, to explore how writing can be taught in a way that actually works for students and teachers.
After years of teaching in classrooms around the world, Amber noticed a pattern: students didn’t hate writing—they just weren’t being taught how to do it step by step. So she created a writing framework designed to help students move from simple sentences to complex essays with confidence.
In this conversation, we explore:
• Why writing feels so difficult for students
• The difference between writing talent and writing skill
• How structure can actually unlock creativity
• Why brevity is often better than long essays
• How teachers can make writing manageable again
• What the rise of AI means for writing education
• How students build confidence through the writing process
Amber shares insights from over 25 years in education and explains how her program, Writing with Design, is helping schools across the country improve student writing and thinking skills.
If you're a teacher, writer, parent, or creative thinker, this conversation offers a refreshing look at how writing really works—and why it's one of the most powerful skills students can develop.
Connect with Amber Parks
Website: Writing with Design.com
Recommended Book: Best Practices in Writing Instruction by Steve Graham
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January 21, 2026The Power of 20 Minutes a Day: Building Family Literacy Through Simple Reading Habits
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What if improving children’s reading skills didn’t start in the classroom—but at home?
In this episode of Penned By Design, Destiny Jordan sits down with Margaret Bernstein—former journalist, literacy advocate, and author of the beloved dad-centered children’s books All In a Dad’s Day, Donuts with Dad, and The Father’s Walk—to talk about family literacy, fatherhood, and how everyday reading builds lifelong readers.
Margaret shares her journey from newspaper reporter to children’s author, why she left journalism to fight for literacy, and how her books are designed to help dads connect with their kids through simple, joyful reading rituals. You’ll hear:
Why 20 minutes of reading a day can change a child’s entire academic future
How dads play a unique and powerful role in raising confident readers—especially for boys
The real story behind All In a Dad’s Day and how it’s changing families
Why literacy should be treated like a family culture, not just a school subject
How schools and communities are using books to strengthen parent-child bonds
And how to make reading fun, emotional, and something kids actually want to do
This conversation is about more than books—it’s about breaking cycles, building connection, and creating homes where reading feels safe, joyful, and normal.
If you’re a parent, educator, writer, or anyone who cares about children, literacy, and meaningful storytelling, this episode will stay with you.
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November 08, 2023 The Power of Identity: Awakening Your True Self with Dorinda Trick
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In Today's episode meet Dorinda Trick, a seasoned professional counselor who experienced a life-altering transformation after two decades in the field. She's not your average author, teacher, and speaker. She imparts the divine revelations she and others have received regarding redemptive design, offering answers to pressing cultural questions. Get ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery with a twist, guided by a remarkable woman who's undergone an extraordinary transformation.

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Website: https://dorindatrick.org/
Facebook: Dorinda Trick Page
Instagram: Dorinda Trick
You Tube: Dorinda Trick : Identity In God

Books Mentioned During the Show:
Opening the Gift by Dorinda Trick
Blessing Your Spirit by Sylvia Gunter & Arthur Burk
Pure Joy! by Crystal Wade & Arthur Burk

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🌟Free Self-Publishing Guide: Self Publishing 101

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1h 16min
October 25, 2023 From Pain to Promise: The Journey of Speaking Your Truth
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Join us for a transformative episode with Nikishea Robinson. Delving into the complexities of relationships, Nikishea offers profound insights for self-discovery and self-acceptance. Motivated by her past patterns of choosing emotionally distant partners, she embarked on a journey of understanding, unearthing the roots of her insecurities tied to her father's rejection. In this process, she stumbled upon her true self, finding liberation through self-affirmation.
"I'm Enough," written from a Christian perspective, transcends faith, guiding readers on a transformative inward journey. Nikishea's mission is clear: to awaken individuals to their intrinsic value and purpose, empowering them as they navigate life's beautiful tapestry
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Book Mentioned in Show: I'm Enough
Face book: https://www.facebook.com/authorklsterling
Website: https://klsterling.wixsite.com/imenough/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorklsterling/
Free E-Book: https://payhip.com/b/IRiGS

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🌟Free Self-Publishing Guide: Self Publishing 101

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1h 23min
September 27, 2023 The Creative Journey of an Artist w/ Nimiwari
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International recording artist, Nimiwari will be discussing twists and turns of being an creative entrepreneur . She talks about her own struggles and how to find the courage to keep pressing towards the higher mark with all the pressures of life.

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Website: www. nimiwari.com
Face Book: Nimiwari
Instagram: @nimiwari

Recommended Book
Grace over Grind By Shae Bynes
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🌟Free Self-Publishing Guide: Self Publishing 101

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September 20, 2023 Transforming Relationships: From Trauma to Victory
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Today's episode we have guest Tamyra Smith Davis help us learn how to manage our relationships with grace and healing. Her powerful story of triumph has been transforming the lives of women and young girl around the world.

Book Link : A Fool In Love ( Affiliate link)

Connect with Tamyra
FB: Tamyra S. Davis
Website: Motivation with Tamyra

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🌟Free Self-Publishing Guide: Self Publishing 101

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August 30, 2023 5 Tips on Staying Organized with your Writing
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🌟Free Self-Publishing Guide: Self Publishing 101

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August 23, 2023 How to Research for your writing Project?
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🌟Free Self-Publishing Guide: Self Publishing 101

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August 16, 2023 How to Create a Writing Schedule that Works for You?
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Today's Episode, We are talking about how to create a writing schedule to help you finish your next project for a novel or school. Writing is hard when there is not plan in place. This episode will help you make a customized plan to accomplish your writing goals.

Highlights
- Consistency is Key
- Overcome Procrastination
- Boost Your Productivity

Book Resources:
Atomic Habits ( Affiliate Link)
7 Habits of Highly Effective People (Affiliate Link)
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🌟Free Self-Publishing Guide: Self Publishing 101

Affiliate Links Disclaimer: I only recommend products I would use myself. This episode may contain affiliate links in the show notes. They add no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission that helps support the podcast. Thank you for the support! 😊
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13min

FAQs about Penned By Design:

How many episodes does Penned By Design have?

The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.