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Galaxy's Edge Magazine
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Publishers Weekly Fall 2022 Announcements – The Monsters We Defy makes the list of Top 10 upcoming SF, Fantays & Horror releases – Check out the list
ConTinual Interview with Jean Marie Ward – Watch the video
Between the Reads interview – View the interview
At the Bar with Arley Sorg interview – Read the interview
Self-Care Saturday with N.D. Jones – “What it Means to Be a Black Woman in the 21st Century” – Watch the discussion
ONYX Pages – Written with Purpose Author series interview – Watch the interview
TIME's 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time
Song of Blood & Stone was selected as one of TIME’s Top 100 Fantasy Books of All Time. “The romance is fresh and fun to read, and L. Penelope’s world-building is a feat to watch develop throughout the book…” Read the post
Woman's World magazine feature
Cry of Metal & Bone makes the list of the week’s best new books in the August 24, 2020 issue of Woman’s World magazine!
“Action, adventure and dynamic characters come to life in this epic saga about two magical kingdoms desperate for peace.” Read the feature
Locus Magazine – Guest Post
“Over the past few months, as I’ve struggled to write the fourth and final book in my epic fantasy series, Earthsinger Chronicles, I’ve thought a lot about endings…” Read the guest post
Booklist starred review
“Penelope’s writing shines the brightest through her characters, many of whom are Lagrimari (i.e., Black), and readers will be eager to see how they continue to grow and work together.” — Booklist (starred review) Read the review
12 Must-Read High Fantasy Novels Coming Out in the Second Half of 2020
“The interplay between magic and prejudice in this world is well-drawn and it’s good epic fantasy. (It’s also an unflinching look at the willful ignorance of people who see history in whatever way benefits them.)” — BookRiot, Read the article
SyFy Wire – “Get Rec'd: Six SFF Books to Refresh Your August”
“This series has the epic proportions of A Darker Shade of Magic, plus romance that tugs at your heartstrings, and an original mythos that pits the lives of men and gods together. It’s. So. Good.” — SyFy Wire Read the article
We Are Bookish – August’s Most-Anticipated Books
“Returning fans will love learning more about the kingdoms and people of this fantasy world, while new fans can feel comfortable diving into this book as a standalone.” — We Are Bookish Read the article
Washington Post – ‘The Princess Bride’ and other fantastical novels to help you escape reality
“Finally, I think in times like these we could all turn to that classic tale of true love, rodents of unusual size and meta commentary, “The Princess Bride.” And if you want to continue with something romantic but in an epic vein, there are L. Penelope’s “Earthsinger” books, which are sure to sweep you into a world packed with magic and excitement.” The Washington Post, Read the article
Written in Melanin Podcast Interview – Watch the video
Bookish – #ReadingBlackout: 29 Books to Read This Black History Month: Check out the list
Bustle – 14 Books To Read In Honor Of ‘Doctor Who's First Black Doctor – Read the article
Eating the Fantastic Podcast – Listen to the episode
kt literary Podcast – Listen to the episode
You’re Doing Great! Podcast – Listen to the episode
Deadline – Frolic Podcast Network Aims At Romance Fans With 13 Shows Showcasing The Genre – Read more
The Virginian-Pilot – “Penelope is coming to Norfolk (click image to enlarge) Read the article
Barnes & Noble Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog – The Next Verse in the Earthsinger Chronicles – Read the article
TIME – “The 10 Best Fantasy Books of 2018 – See the List
From Self-Published to Mainstream: An Indie Success Story – Publishers Weekly, Read the Article
Quantum Froth Dispatches Podcast Episode 10 – Listen to the podcast
Reading Glasses Podcast Episode 52 – Listen to the podcast
Penelope Sings a Song of Blood & Stone -Unbound Worlds, Read the interview
Smart Podcast Trashy Books – Episode 297 – Listen to the podcast
USA Today Happy Ever After Interview – Read the interview
RedCarpetCrash.com Interview – Listen the interview
Penelope Launches New Series with Major Publisher – Library Journal, Read the article
Author spotlight on Harper Miller’s blog- Read the interview
Indie Author turned Traditional – Read the article
Indie Author Day webcast replay – Watch the video
Transforming Lives: Phenomenal Authors with L. Penelope – Watch the interview
Black Science Fiction Society Podcast – Listen to the interview