Pen to Paper

About Pen to Paper

In "Pen to Paper," Canadian historical fiction author Leah Lindeman shares how, with a healthy growth mindset and the right writing tools and techniques, you can achieve your dream of writing your story and sharing it with the world.

Publisher

Leah Lindeman

Category

arts · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 Sept 2022

Latest episode

12 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

30 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Feb 2026

   S5-E2-2025 Unlock Your Writing: Critique Partners, Alpha & Beta Readers Explained

   Struggling to understand critique partners, alpha readers, and beta readers? In this episode, Leah explains what they are, what they do, why they're essential for your writing, and how they fit into your revision process. From accountability and vulnerability to catching plot holes early and getting real reader reactions—learn why these feedback partners are game-changers for aspiring writers and authors! Leah shares personal stories (including her pug in a goldfish bag analogy!), tips on finding them, handling feedback, and being specific with questions. Perfect follow-up to last week's writing community chat! Timestamps: 0:00 - Welcome & intro to today's topic (follow-up on writing community) 1:00 - Why these readers matter + pug analogy for fresh eyes 2:30 - Critique Partners: What they do, why they're important, reciprocity & technical feedback 5:00 - Finding critique partners & giving balanced, specific notes 7:00 - Alpha Readers: Early feedback, vulnerability in first drafts, sounding boards & idea bouncing 10:30 - Flexible ways to use alpha readers (chapter-by-chapter or big-picture) 12:00 - Beta Readers: Later-stage market/reader reactions, questions to ask, deadlines & romance genre example 15:00 - How they all fit together in the drafting/editing process 17:00 - Personal examples from Leah's work + Q&A encouragement 19:00 - Wrap-up, likes/comments/subscribe, life interruptions & beach tease!If you've used alpha, beta, or critique partners, drop a fun story or tip in the comments—I read them all! Subscribe for weekly writing tips, author life inspiration, and more! 🎬Book Trailer Service leahlindeman.com/trailer 📚 Explore My Books: Redeemed From the Ashes: https://books2read.com/u/mgPvK4 https://amz.run/9DtC Ghost of My Heart: https://books2read.com/u/49DgQX https://amz.run/9DtD Wisps of Gold: https://books2read.com/u/4XKJZN https://amz.run/9DtE Scathed Bones: https://books2read.com/u/4Xnjve https://amz.run/9DtF Unborn Melody: https://books2read.com/u/b6lkjJ https://amz.run/9DtG ‼️ Follow Me on Socials linktr.ee/leahtlind 📧 Sign up for my newsletter leahlindeman.com ☕️ Buy me a coffee buymeacoffee.com/leahlindeman ✍🏽 WriteNow High Performance Writing Coaching (Write your book in 3 months! 3 month plan now 20% off—receive a free edit of your choice valued at $700 plus and 3 free months of writing group mastery valued at $150. Today is your day to write.) leahlindeman.com/writenow/ 🙋🏽♀️ About Me Feisty Latina—Love of classic literature—History buff—I'm the author of the Canadian Reminiscence Series. I'm raising my seven children in the idyllic countryside of Eastern Ontario where I daydream daily of the Scottish Highlands. I love people and books! Yours truly, Leah

2. 

   6 Feb 2026

   S5-E1-2026 Why Writers Need Acountability: The Power of Groups and Readers

   Struggling to finish your novel, script, or blog posts? Discover why writers NEED accountability from writing groups and readers to 3X your productivity and actually complete your projects! In this podcast, I break down the real reasons solo writing can lead to procrastination and how joining a writing group or sharing with beta readers transforms your creative process. You'll learn: Why accountability beats motivation every time The massive benefits of writer feedback, community support, and deadlines How to start or find the perfect writing accountability group (online or in-person) 🎬Book Trailer Service leahlindeman.com/trailer 📚 Explore My Books: Redeemed From the Ashes: https://books2read.com/u/mgPvK4 https://amz.run/9DtC Ghost of My Heart: https://books2read.com/u/49DgQX https://amz.run/9DtD Wisps of Gold: https://books2read.com/u/4XKJZN https://amz.run/9DtE Scathed Bones: https://books2read.com/u/4Xnjve https://amz.run/9DtF Unborn Melody: https://books2read.com/u/b6lkjJ https://amz.run/9DtG ‼️ Follow Me on Socials linktr.ee/leahtlind 📧 Sign up for my newsletter leahlindeman.com ☕️ Buy me a coffee buymeacoffee.com/leahlindeman ✍🏽 WriteNow High Performance Writing Coaching (Write your book in 3 months! 3 month plan now 20% off—receive a free edit of your choice valued at $700 plus and 3 free months of writing group mastery valued at $150. Today is your day to write.) leahlindeman.com/writenow/ 🙋🏽♀️ About Me Feisty Latina—Love of classic literature—History buff—I'm the author of the Canadian Reminiscence Series. I'm raising my seven children in the idyllic countryside of Eastern Ontario where I daydream daily of the Scottish Highlands. I love people and books! Yours truly, Leah

3. 

   22 Aug 2025

   S4—E8—Author Scene: Alyssa Delle Palme

   In this episode, I’m thrilled to chat with Ottawa-based author Alyssa Delle Palme about her upcoming adult romance novel, Signing Off for the Summer, releasing June 6, 2025! We dive into her inspiration behind the book, her love for summer romances, and how her experiences as a broadcast journalist and cottage life shaped this heartfelt story. Plus, we geek out over Broadway musicals, her Read Between the Pines book club, and tips for aspiring writers! Don’t miss this cozy, inspiring conversation with a local Canadian talent. Grab Signing Off for the Summer Online https://amz.cx/3ShN or at select Ottawa bookstores! Check out Alyssa’s Read Between the Pines book club at https://bitl.to/4clK (https://bitl.to/4clK) Don’t forget to subscribe for more author interviews and literary goodness and please review! 🎬Book Trailer Service leahlindeman.com/trailer 🇨🇦Canada Book Events Submit your event: https://gogl.to/3IWs (https://gogl.to/3IWs) IG: @canadabookevents 📚 Explore My Books: Redeemed From the Ashes: https://books2read.com/u/mgPvK4 https://amz.run/9DtC (https://amz.run/9DtC) Ghost of My Heart: https://books2read.com/u/49DgQX https://amz.run/9DtD (https://amz.run/9DtD) Wisps of Gold: https://books2read.com/u/4XKJZN https://amz.run/9DtE (https://amz.run/9DtE) Scathed Bones: https://books2read.com/u/4Xnjve https://amz.run/9DtF (https://amz.run/9DtF) Unborn Melody: https://books2read.com/u/b6lkjJ https://amz.run/9DtG (https://amz.run/9DtG) ‼️ Follow Me on Socials linktr.ee/leahtlind 📧 Sign up for my newsletter leahlindeman.com ☕️ Buy me a coffee buymeacoffee.com/leahlindeman ✍🏽 WriteNow High Performance Writing Coaching (Write your book in 3 months! 3 month plan now 20% off—receive a free edit of your choice valued at $700 plus and 3 free months of writing group mastery valued at $150. Today is your day to write.) leahlindeman.com/writenow/ 🙋🏽♀️ About Me Feisty Latina—Love of classic literature—History buff—I'm the author of the Canadian Reminiscence Series. I live with my husband and seven children in the idyllic countryside of Eastern Ontario where I daydream daily of the Scottish Highlands. I love people and books! Yours truly, Leah

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