
Reading Schedule
Want to read Nalini Singh's Psy-Changeling Series along with us? Here are the dates we'll be discussing the books:
February 14, 2025: Primal Mirror (Psy-Changeling Trinity, #8; Psy-Changeling, #23)
Stay tuned for our next book announcement!
Episodes

16 minutes ago
Ep 46: What's Next for Ink & Magic?
16 minutes ago
16 minutes ago
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.

Friday Jan 31, 2025
Ep 45: Resonance Surge by Nalini Singh
Friday Jan 31, 2025
Friday Jan 31, 2025
Although coming into the story confused because of the blurb, Ines and Leslye dissect this dual love story, of sorts in Resonance Surge. The main love story revolves around a Changeling bear with foresight and a wounded Psy with a past filled with childhood trauma. Woven with real life stories of Psy siblings before silence, as well as tales from the present day consequences of Silence falling, this addition to Nalini Singh’s Psy-Changeling series packs an emotional punch.
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/
Get ready for Primal Mirror, coming in 2 weeks! 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.

Friday Jan 24, 2025
Ep 44: Favorite Books of 2024
Friday Jan 24, 2025
Friday Jan 24, 2025
In this episode, Ines and Leslye reveal their favorite books of 2024 plus a few honorable mentions. Gird your wallet as they unapologetically aim for your TBR’s expansion.
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/
THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Ines’ Favorites
Marrying Winterbourne by Lisa Kleypas https://amzn.to/4h3CI7A
Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey https://amzn.to/4ga8f6O
The Midwinter Mail Order Bride by Kati Wilde https://amzn.to/3PJTcpv
Bound to the Battle God by Ruby Dixon https://amzn.to/40FOTBL
Bewitched by Lara Thalassa https://amzn.to/4arz7Oe
Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood https://amzn.to/4apmXFy
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yaros https://amzn.to/3Wu9SFo
Burn For Me by Ilonna Andrews https://amzn.to/4g9fewT
Ines’ Honorable Mentions
The Phoenix Pack by Suzanne Wright https://amzn.to/40IubkQ
Sins for All Seasons by Lorraine Heath https://amzn.to/4ho42gS
The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen https://amzn.to/3C8UxmO
Raiders of the Lost Heart by Jo Seguro https://amzn.to/3Cjo3WU
The Hurricane Wars by Thea Guanzon https://amzn.to/40GahqB
Leslye’s Favorites
- A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams
- Quiet Types by L.H. Cosway
- When Grumpy Met Sunshine by Charlotte Stein
- A Rip Through Time by Kelley Armstrong
- The Neighbor Favor by Kristina Forest
- Heart of Obsidian by Nalini Singh - (I limited myself to one Psy-Changeling book for the purposes of this list)
- Vicious by VE Schwab
Leslye’s Honorable Mentions
End of Story by Kylie Scott - https://amzn.to/40KZL1p
Lies by Kylie Sacott - https://amzn.to/4h7LuSh
Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo - https://amzn.to/4jsE6T4
The Wishing Game by Meg Schaffer - https://amzn.to/4geTBLA
Grump Gone Wild by Cassie Mint - https://amzn.to/40xI18k
Get ready for Resonance Surge, coming in 1 week! Grab your copy to read along: https://amzn.to/3C5XPqJ
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.

Friday Jan 17, 2025
Ep 43: Storm Echo by Nalini Singh
Friday Jan 17, 2025
Friday Jan 17, 2025
In this episode, we explore Nalini Singh's Storm Echo, in which we visit both the amnesia and second chance at love tropes. The story centers on Lei, a Changeling healer with little memory of her past, and Ivan Mercant, a man whose own turbulent past haunts him. As their paths cross, they not only navigate the complexities of their emerging feelings but also piece together the scattered fragments of Lei’s memory—and a past that once included Ivan.
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/
Get ready for Resonance Surge, coming in 2 weeks! Grab your copy to read along: https://amzn.to/3C5XPqJ
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.

Friday Jan 10, 2025
Ep. 42: Revising Your Novel
Friday Jan 10, 2025
Friday Jan 10, 2025
Join us on this week’s podcast as we dive into the process of revising your manuscript, from the rough beginnings of the "dirty draft" to the final, polished version. We've got the expert tips and practical advice to help you tackle each stage with confidence. Tune in to learn how to transform your writing with each pass through your manuscript, ensuring that what you eventually submit or publish is the best possible version of your work.
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/
THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Holly Lisle’s courses: https://hollylisle.com/category/writing-classes/
Writing into the Dark with Dean Wesley Smith: https://deanwesleysmith.com/a-great-take-on-writing-into-the-dark/
Scrivener: https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener
Emotion Thesaurus: https://amzn.to/4fMIjhr
Margie Lawson’s EDITS System: https://www.margielawson.com/
Holiday in Handcuffs: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0938666/
Leslye’s Revision Workshop: https://learn.myimaginaryfriends.net/courses/revise-your-novel
Get ready for Storm Echo, coming in 1 week! Grab your copy to read along: https://amzn.to/41dUro6
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.

Friday Jan 03, 2025
Ep 41: Last Guard by Nalini Singh
Friday Jan 03, 2025
Friday Jan 03, 2025
In Last Guard, we meet a hero with a mobility disability and a heroine grappling with mental health challenges. Together, they navigate a world filled with obstacles, both external and internal, finding strength and love in each other's company.
In the episode, we'll explore how Nalini Singh skillfully portrays complex characters breaking down barriers and challenging stereotypes within the framework of a deeply moving romantic narrative.
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 IN THIS EPISODE
Recursion by Blake Crouch: https://amzn.to/3BSJWfs
Illona Andrews The Hidden Legacy series: https://amzn.to/406h2kj
Get ready for Storm Echo, coming in 2 weeks! Grab your copy to read along: https://amzn.to/4j4ukGD
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.

Friday Dec 27, 2024
Ep 40: Goal Setting
Friday Dec 27, 2024
Friday Dec 27, 2024
Get ready to tackle your goals for 2025 in this week's episode of our podcast. We’ll help you start the year off smart—that's Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. We also talk about how to effectively use both paper and digital planners to keep you on track. Join us as we provide tips, tricks, and insights to help you organize your writing life, maximize productivity, and turn those big dreams into achievable realities.
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/
THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Sarra Cannon’s HB90 Course: https://heartbreathings.com/tag/hb90-method/
Leslye’s Decision Matrix: https://myimaginaryfriends.substack.com/p/enter-the-matrix-free-your-mind-and
Profit First: https://amzn.to/4iW18BA
YNAB: https://www.ynab.com/
PAPER PLANNERS
Erin Condren Daily Duo: https://www.erincondren.com/referral/invite/inesjohnson/1
*This is Ines’ Referral Link. It should get you a discount with your first purchase.
Agendio: https://agendio.com/referrals-welcome/jy789Y_1606242292 *Leslye’s referral link
Ink and Volt: https://inkandvolt.com/
Twelve Month Wall Calendar: https://amzn.to/3P6g6aw
DIGITAL PLANNERS
Trello: https://trello.com/
Clickup: https://clickup.com/
Todoist: https://todoist.com/
Leslye’s Favorite Gluten Free Flour: https://shop.jessicasnaturalfoods.com/products/gluten-free-all-purpose-flour
Brownie Recipe: https://www.food.com/recipe/betty-crocker-fudge-brownies-homemade-496992
Ines’ Kickstarter: https://ineswrites.com/Kickstarter
Get ready for Last Guard, coming in 1 week! Grab your copy to read along: https://amzn.to/41dUro6
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.

Friday Dec 20, 2024
Ep 39: Alpha Night by Nalini Singh
Friday Dec 20, 2024
Friday Dec 20, 2024
Join us on this week's episode as we break down Alpha Night, where a female alpha wolf and a Psy male with a ticking time bomb in his head get insta-mated in the first chapter!
Gird your loins, listeners, in this wild ride as of an unconventional pairing, the challenges of navigating differing societies, and the power dynamics involved with skin-privileges. The stakes are high and the passion fiery in a story that combines psychic intrigue with raw, animal magnetism!
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 IN THIS EPISODE
The Twilight Saga by Stephanie Meyers: https://amzn.to/49fpv8I
The Deadlands series by Kati Wilde: https://amzn.to/3ZoIB7L
Darkness Dawns by Diana Duvall: https://amzn.to/3OJarqG
Lothaire by Kresley Cole: https://amzn.to/3AUBM60
Bet Me by Jennifer Cruise: https://amzn.to/49dF3tN
Get ready for Last Guard, coming in 2 weeks! Grab your copy to read along: https://amzn.to/41dUro6
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/