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UpperPen Podcast

Dakota VanLinden

Booking Overview

This is an author-focused interview podcast centered on books, publishing, and the wider book-creation world, with recurring conversations featuring authors of fantasy, romance, mystery, and speculative fiction. Agencies could credibly pitch published and debut authors, narrators, and other book-world creators with a current release or distinctive creative background; booking difficulty is medium because the show welcomes emerging authors but also features established names.

Metrics

Episodes: 102

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 679 subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

upperpenpodcast@gmail.com

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Host

Dakota VanLinden - Podcast host and interviewer focused on authors, narrators, and creators across the book world.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Published or forthcoming authors, especially those with a current or recent book release; narrators and other creators with a meaningful connection to books and speculative fiction are also suitable.
Required Achievements:  
Published novels or book series, Debut or forthcoming book releases, Relevant work in tabletop role-playing games or other book-related creative fields, Independent publishing experience

Recent Guest Discussions

Mackenzie Reed - Adult Fiction, Book Titles, Exorcism-themed Workplace Comedy, And Supernatural-inspired Road-trip Elements.

Constance Fay - Self-publishing, Continuation Of A Series After A Publisher Declines A New Book Deal, Science-fiction Romance, And Adventure.

Gareth Hanrahan - Fantasy Fiction, Dungeon Design, Tabletop Role-playing Influences, And The Dungeon Book.

Robert Jackson Bennett - Fantasy Mysteries, Detective Fiction, Worldbuilding, And A Trade Of Blood.

Grace Viall - Writing From Workplace Experience, Appalachian Folklore, Cryptids, Romance, Horror Elements, And Workplace Humor.

Recent Topics

Fantasy, Romance, Publishing, Literature, Authors

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
UpperPen Podcast
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Why is there no magic in Robin Hood stories?! There is now!

October 11, 2026

Erynne Rivers joins UpperPen to talk about her debut book, Wench, which is out on October 13th in the US. We talked a lot about magic, environmentalism, and the dichotomy of living in two worlds. Wench is a fun take on the Robin Hood stories you grew up on. I cannot wait for more people to read this!You can find Erynne Rivers at AuthorENHaysch.com and on Instagram  ⁨@BooksbyErynne⁩ . If you enjoy Wench, you don't have to wait long at all for Erynne's next book. She has The Light Betwe...

Rod Serling didn't think he was anyone special after The Twilight Zone

October 11, 2026

Alan Sepinwall joins UpperPen to talk about his new biography, Serling. Most people who have spent late nights unable to sleep know The Twilight Zone. It played at midnight or 2 in the morning, but it was worth staying up late for. The stories depicted in this half-hour anthology show, made me look at regular people and wonder who they were.Serling comes out October 13th, 2026. [words] Bookstore may have signed copies. Alan is a celebrity in his own right. You can hear his thoughts on popular...

Knowing the future would be a burden beyond comprehension

October 04, 2026

Becky Chambers joins UpperPen to talk about her newest book As You Wake, Break the Shell. We talk about the typical Becky Chambers things like the sapphic romance, humans in space, and spaceships, but we also go in to the structure of the novel. I enjoyed the book so much. Her prose is wonderful, the love story is sweet, and the time shifts didn't bother me.You can find Becky Chambers on her website OtherScribbles.com. Preordered signed copies can be ordered at Mysterious Galaxy.

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
UpperPen Podcast
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How do I get in touch with UpperPen Podcast?

UpperPen Podcast is hosted by Dakota VanLinden. Its publicly listed email is upperpenpodcast@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for UpperPen Podcast?

The publicly listed email for UpperPen Podcast: upperpenpodcast@gmail.com.

How many listeners does UpperPen Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates UpperPen Podcast reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for UpperPen Podcast?

UpperPen Podcast typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Published or forthcoming authors, especially those with a current or recent book release; narrators and other creators with a meaningful connection to books and speculative fiction are also suitable. Common among recent guests: Published novels or book series; Debut or forthcoming book releases; Relevant work in tabletop role-playing games or other book-related creative fields. Recent guests include Mackenzie Reed, Constance Fay, and Gareth Hanrahan.

How hard is it to get booked on UpperPen Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does UpperPen Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Fantasy, Romance, Publishing, Literature, and Authors. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

upperpenpodcast@gmail.com

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