Pennie, a Scottish poet, uses her poetry to process personal trauma and advocate for honesty about abuse, aiming to destigmatize domestic violence and foster open conversations.

Despite ongoing struggles, she seeks to expand her artistic reach, engaging young readers and encouraging a broader appreciation for poetry beyond trauma.

Her work openly addresses abuse and its psychological impacts, highlighting how perpetrators can appear loving while causing harm, to create space for honest dialogue.

Pennie emphasizes that art and literature can depict the complex, fluctuating nature of abuse, helping to challenge misconceptions and promote understanding.

Her personal experience with domestic abuse led to her abuser's conviction in October 2023, which influenced her decision to publish her debut book.

Her first poem, 'Honey,' about her abuse experience, is included in her bestselling debut collection 'poyums,' followed by a second collection, 'poyums annaw'.

Pennie, who grew up in Airdrie and is 25 years old, won the British Book Awards discover book of the year for 'poyums,' the first in a decade to win and notable for being written in Scots and English.

As she prepares for a festival appearance, Pennie emphasizes her goal of destigmatizing abuse and helping others feel seen and less ashamed by sharing her personal experiences.

She values performing her poetry as a way to connect with audiences and maintain her identity as a writer.

Pennie encourages young people who dislike poetry to see their favorite rappers as a form of poetic expression, helping them realize they do understand poetry.

Her journey of leaving an abusive relationship during the pandemic inspired her poetry, serving as a means of coping and documenting her path to healing.