PEN KEN - Player Potatoes to Penning Legends

In this inspiring episode of *Eating While Broke*, host Coline Witt sits down with "Kenneth Monroe", aka 'Pen Ken, to explore his incredible journey from Hollywood party promoter to celebrated children’s book author. Known for his unique book series, 'Legends of Hip Hop', Kenneth shares the inspiration behind his work, the challenges he faced, and the valuable lessons he learned from his mentor in Oakland.  The conversation dives into Kenneth’s transition to fatherhood, his decision to leave social media for his family, and his pandemic pivot into the children’s book industry. Kenneth also discusses the importance of cultural representation in literature, his approach to co-parenting, and navigating the publishing world.  To top it off, Kenneth prepares his nostalgic and budget-friendly dish, 'Player Potatoes', a meal he relied on during tough times. This episode is packed with heartfelt stories, practical advice, and plenty of inspiration for aspiring authors and entrepreneurs.   -CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: @eatingwhilebroke Website: www.eatingwhilebroke.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.