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Ink and Magic

Ink and Magic

By: Ines Johnson & L. Penelope
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Join bestselling authors (and former college roommates) Ines Johnson and L. Penelope as they read and discuss the writing craft, worldbuilding, and romance of paranormal and fantasy novels. First up: we’ll be reading the Psy-Changeling Series by Nalini Singh.Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • Ep 48: Atonement Sky by Nalini Singh
    Aug 15 2025

    In this episode, we're reading Nalini Singh’s very latest release, Atonement Sky! BEWARE: SPOILERS AHEAD!

    Both Ines and Leslye agree this is a solid and satisfying addition to the Psy-Changeling series—even if we're still longing for a return trip to Black Sea and the aquatic shifters.

    We discuss how this installment continues to explore one of the series’ central questions, first posed in book one: how will this world heal from and ultimately fix the broken Silence protocol?

    Tune in as we unpack the romance, the stakes, and where this story might be steering us next.

    Sign up for author Nalini Singh’s newsletter to receive fan service here: https://nalinisingh.com/

    Want the official Psy-Changeling Reading Order? Click here: https://nalinisingh.com/books/psychangeling-series/

    Want to learn worldbuilding from Leslye? Sign up here: https://learn.myimaginaryfriends.net/

    Want to learn story structure from Ines? Sign up here: https://ineswrites.com/PTP

    Find the hosts online at:

    Leslye Penelope: https://lpenelope.com/

    Ines Johnson: https://ineswrites.com/

    Credits: "Moonlight Hall" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.

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    59 mins
  • Ep 47: Primal Mirror by Nalini Singh
    Feb 14 2025

    In this episode, we have finally caught up with the rest of the world as we read Primal Mirror. The story revolves around the ticking time clock of the PsyNet’s imminent collapse, while woven with the building of a new changeling pack, and the fall of a prominent Psy dynasty. The end is near for the Psy-Changeling world, and Ines and Leslye’s binge read of the series.

    Sign up for author Nalini Singh’s newsletter to receive fan service here: https://nalinisingh.com/

    Want the official Psy-Changeling Reading Order? Click here: https://nalinisingh.com/books/psychangeling-series/

    BOOKS MENTIONED

    The Improvisers by Nicole Glover: https://amzn.to/4gt8DgJ

    A Court of Thorn and Roses by Sarah J Maas: https://amzn.to/3Eb0W1s

    Want to learn worldbuilding from Leslye? Sign up here: https://learn.myimaginaryfriends.net/

    Want to learn story structure from Ines? Sign up here: https://ineswrites.com/PTP

    Find the hosts online at:

    Leslye Penelope: https://lpenelope.com/

    Ines Johnson: https://ineswrites.com/

    Credits: "Moonlight Hall" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.

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    56 mins
  • Ep 46: What's Next for Ink & Magic?
    Feb 7 2025

    In this week’s episode, we’re almost caught up on all things Psy-Changeling. Listen in to find out what will happen next in the podcast as we get ready for an array of magical new episodes. But first, we’re going to take a short spring break—perfect for recharging and planning even more exciting content for you! Watch this space to know what’s coming next on Ink & Magic.

    Sign up for author Nalini Singh’s newsletter to receive fan service here: https://nalinisingh.com/

    Want the official Psy-Changeling Reading Order? Click here: https://nalinisingh.com/books/psychangeling-series/

    Mentioned: Leslye's interview with P. Djeli Clark - https://lpenelope.com/2024/04/imagining-success-with-p-djeli-clark-my-imaginary-friends-episode-237/

    Get ready for Primal Mirror, coming in 1 week! Grab your copy to read along: https://amzn.to/4fLJX2I

    Want to learn worldbuilding from Leslye? Sign up here: https://learn.myimaginaryfriends.net/

    Want to learn story structure from Ines? Sign up here: https://ineswrites.com/PTP

    Find the hosts online at:

    Leslye Penelope: https://lpenelope.com/

    Ines Johnson: https://ineswrites.com/

    Credits: "Moonlight Hall" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License.

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    13 mins
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