Margo sits down with internationally bestselling poet and storyteller Courtney Peppernell. Known for her Pillow Thoughts series and many other beloved poetry collections, Courtney has spent nearly a decade writing about love, healing, and the resilience that carries us through life’s hardest moments. Her words have reached millions across the globe, offering comfort and connection through the power of honest storytelling.
In this conversation, Courtney shares how her creative journey has evolved—from “accidental poet” to global literary voice—and how her newest book, Out of the Ashes, explores rising after trauma, recognizing emotional abuse, and learning what healthy love truly looks like. She and Margo also discuss community, vulnerability, and the whimsical characters (yes, jellyfish!) that make her work so unique.
Margo & Courtney Discuss:
- How Pillow Thoughts went from Tumblr blog to international bestseller
- Recognizing emotional abuse and reclaiming your voice
- Why vulnerability in storytelling fosters connection and healing
- Building a creative career rooted in authenticity
- The importance of community — online and IRL
- Using anger and grief as catalysts for growth
- The charming characters that have become symbols throughout her books
- What’s next: fiction, exciting new projects, and a whole lot of dogs
Connect with Courtney:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/courtneypeppernell
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@courtneypeppernell
Website: www.peppernell.com
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