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# Hello, Creative.

I'm Joanna Penn, and through my books, podcast and community, I'll share my lessons learned on how to write, publish and market your book — and make a living with your writing.

I'm an award-winning, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author with more than 40 books across multiple genres, with over a million sold across 176 countries and 5 languages.

I'm a podcaster, international speaker, and award-winning creative entrepreneur.

But it hasn't always been this way!

I've made many mistakes on the author journey, and I share everything on this site so you can save time, money, and heartache on your path.

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## The blog

### Lessons Learned From Author Nation 2025 With Joanna Penn

Joanna Penn

November 17, 2025

Continue Reading Lessons Learned From Author Nation 2025 With Joanna Penn

### Why Structure Matters More Than You Think. Writing Memoir With Wendy Dale

Joanna Penn

November 10, 2025

Continue Reading Why Structure Matters More Than You Think. Writing Memoir With Wendy Dale

### Creating While Caring With Donn King

Joanna Penn

November 3, 2025

Continue Reading Creating While Caring With Donn King

### Loki Is In Charge. How Authors Can Thrive In A Time Of Transition With Becca Syme

Joanna Penn

October 27, 2025

Continue Reading Loki Is In Charge. How Authors Can Thrive In A Time Of Transition With Becca Syme

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