How A Woman Can Make A Man Feel Needed While He’s In Prison by Luis Paz
Many emotional connections can die off when a man finds himself in prison dealing with the disconnection and isolation that is a typical part of prison life. Can you imagine being shunned from the outer world, not just physically but emotionally, too? Unfortunately, it is a harsh reality and can be softened with the right […]
Tips for Meaningful Communication
Writing to someone in prison goes beyond merely sending letters; it’s about transforming lives. When you take the time to communicate with an incarcerated person, you’re doing more than just filling a void—you’re opening doors to understanding, growth, and transformation. To build a powerful and enduring connection, follow these essential tips:
Bad Boy to Good Boy: The Impact of Pen Pals on Inmates’ Behavior
Prison inmates with pen pals often experience significant changes in their behavior. Having a pen pal can provide a meaningful connection to the outside world, offering emotional support and a sense of normalcy. This practice, rooted in and heavily promoted in the early days of the prison system, has shown proven benefits such as reduced […]
Our Podcast: Behind the Scenes
When I founded prison.buzz/ last year, it was nothing short of a wonderful moment in my life. I remember day one quite well. My wife (whom I met on a pen pal website many years ago) helped me carry a several-hundred-pound desk up a flight of stairs, then helped build the rest of my office […]
Australian Woman Finds Love with her American Prisoner Pen Pal
This was originally published in the New Zealand Herald, but we found it to be an inspirational and wonderful love story. Savannah never imagined she would fall in love with Alex, who will be released in 2026 at the latest. We’ve all heard the old saying ‘you’ll find love when you least expect it’. Well, […]
Six Reasons why a Prison Pen Pal is Better than a Boyfriend or Husband
Learn six reasons why a prison pen pal is so much better than a husband or boyfriend in this fascinating video from our friend, Jakob.
Want To Receive Mail Anonymously? Here’s How!
Get a Virtual Mail Address and communicate with your prison pen pals, without worry of them finding out your true identity. So many of you have messaged us with a similar problem. You’ve found what you think to be an amazing pen pal. They’re smart, sexy, a great writer, intelligent…but you’re just not quite ready […]
Spreading Love and Hope: Transforming Lives Through Prison Pen Pal Connections on Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is often synonymous with romantic gestures, chocolate, and roses. As a passionate advocate for the transformative power of pen pal relationships, I encourage you to explore a different aspect of Valentine’s Day. In the confined spaces of prison walls, a heartfelt letter can symbolize a ray of light and a source of connection […]
Pen Pals: USA vs. the World by Josh Kruger
Are overseas pen pals more prisoner-friendly than American pen pals? Why would I ask that question, you may be wondering? Mainly because I’ve been watching Lifetime’s new TV show, Prison Brides. And so far, every female on this season is from a foreign country. They began as a pen pal to an American prisoner and […]
How to use a Nickname for your Pen Pal by Josh Kruger
One of the fastest growing markets for pen pals is female prisoners. With the combination of the rise of drug addiction and convictions multiplied with social media and tv publicity, female prisoners are getting more exposure. Because of that exposure and publicity, more men in the free world are seeking out a female prisoner to […]