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On Writing

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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  • 23 episodes
  • fortnightly
  • Avg 35 min
  • English
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  • Dec 8, 2025 · 40 min

    Episode 28: Jaz Green a.k.a Sonesta Wilde, Poetry & Prose

    Welcome to On Writing! A podcast that interviews authors from all over the country to talk about their books and their journeys in becoming authors. Each episode will have a different guest. We will be interviewing authors of both fiction and non fiction, and all genres will be explored throughout the show's run. This episode's guest is Jaz Green, also known as Sonesta Wilde. She is a fellow Danville High School alum and a writer of poetry and prose. This episode we talk about writing with ADD, differences in writing poems vs prose, and the impact English teachers have on our journeys. Check out sonestawilde.com for her book and apparel line. Join in on the 2025 Super Penguin Book Drive. We are collecting donations of Super Penguin books, stuffies and coloring books that will go to the League of Enchantment Chicago. These cosplayers dress as superheroes, Disney Princesses, Star Wars characters and other beloved characters and then visit with hospitalized kids. Your donation will be a part of their care packages delivered during a visit. if you'd like to donate, you can do so HERE Music from Uppbeat "Hometown" by Northwestern License code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

  • Nov 24, 2025 · 38 min

    Episode 27: Emily Chappell, Children's Book Author

    Welcome to On Writing! A podcast that interviews authors from all over the country to talk about their books and their journeys in becoming authors. Each episode will have a different guest. We will be interviewing authors of both fiction and non fiction, and all genres will be explored throughout the show's run. This episode's guest is Emily Chappell, a children's book author who penned The Incredible Adventures of Lady Emu, a true story of an escaped Emu who travelled around East Central Illinois for TWO YEARS!!! Emily tells the story through an ABC format with rhymes, illustrations and actual photos of Lady Emu. CLICK HERE to order your copy of The Incredible Adventures of Lady Emu Join in on the 2025 Super Penguin Book Drive. We are collecting donations of Super Penguin books, stuffies and coloring books that will go to the League of Enchantment Chicago. These cosplayers dress as superheroes, Disney Princesses, Star Wars characters and other beloved characters and then visit with hospitalized kids. Your donation will be a part of their care packages delivered during a visit. if you'd like to donate, you can do so HERE Music from Uppbeat "Hometown" by Northwestern License code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

  • Oct 27, 2025 · 19 min

    Episode 26: Dr Paracosm

    Welcome to On Writing! A podcast that interviews authors from all over the country to talk about their books and their journeys in becoming authors. Each episode will have a different guest. We will be interviewing authors of both fiction and non fiction, and all genres will be explored throughout the show's run. This episode's guest is Dr. Paracosm, a middle grade author who writes in multiple genres. CLICK HERE for information about Dr. Paracosm Check out Rob Witzel's Super Penguin series at SuperPenguinBook.com Check out Dubby Energy Drinks at dubby.gg ! Use code SUPERPENGUIN for 10% off your purchase! Music from Uppbeat "Hometown" by Northwestern License code: IRZBZOVAIWHHCUXO

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