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Ep. 27: Taking the show on the road

Feb

20

2023

The Groovy Writer hits the road! Watch the video podcast here! Join Nicole as she makes a foray into roadcasting. There’s nothing like a writer on the move. https://www.nicolemcinnes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/The-Groovy-Writer-Podcast-Ep.-27_-Taking-the-Show-on-the-Road.mp4Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 4:28 — 51.6MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSS

Ep. 26: Dear writers: Please don’t depend on the publishing industry for validation.

Jun

30

2022

Join me as I discuss the dangers of pinning your self-worth as a writer on whether or not your work is published and how you can have a happy, healthy relationship with your writing through all of the ups and downs seeking traditional publication entails. Listen on YouTube!Listen on Spotify!Listen on iTunes/Apple Podcasts! Listen on Stitcher! Listen ...

Ep. 25: Embracing the pause

May

21

2022

Whether you’re interested in traditional or indie publishing, knowing how to build pauses into the writing process from start to finish can make all the difference in the world when it comes to the quality of the finished product. In this episode, Nicole discusses the typical “pause points” for writers in all categories and genres. ...

Ep. 24: The Big 5 personality traits for writers

Mar

25

2022

In this episode, we’ll explore what are known in psychology circles as the Big 5 personality traits (openness, conscientiousness, extroversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism). We’ll look at these specifically through the lens of being a writer and how your position on the “sliding scale” of each trait can either benefit or harm your writing groove. The ...

Ep. 23: Things for writers to try this year

Jan

7

2022

From leveling up in your skills to switching up your writing routine, here’s a list of 10 things writers should think about about trying in order to “improve the groove.” Nicole has tried tried all of these over the years, so she can attest to how beneficial they can be. Some have even become permanently ...

Ep. 22: How I became a hybrid author with my newest novel, The Jilliad

Nov

18

2021

As a traditionally published novelist since 2013, I’d never given serious thought to indie publishing. Then 2020 happened, and I took another look at a publishing option that has evolved by leaps and bounds in the past decade. Taking a deep dive into research set me on the path to becoming the hybrid author I ...

Ep. 21: Writers and cancel culture

Oct

17

2021

Writers, do you “self-squash” due to the fear of being cancelled? Have you ever wondered how many stories are not being told by gifted writers who fear being accused of writing “outside their lanes?” As a reader, an author, and a teacher who works regularly with exceptionally talented writers, I see self-censorship happening more and ...

Ep. 20: 10 steps to getting the most out of a creative writing workshop

Oct

9

2021

Whether you’re a creative writing workshop veteran, critique hesitant, or simply wondering how to maximize an upcoming workshop experience to improve your writing, you’re sure to find this episode enlightening. Write on! Listen on YouTube! Listen on Spotify! Listen on iTunes/Apple Podcasts! Listen on Stitcher! Listen on iHeart Radio! https://www.nicolemcinnes.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/FullFinalEp20.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | ...

Ep. 19: The lure of the indie/hybrid publishing path

Sep

13

2021

Departing from my fairly frequent discussions of traditional publishing, I wanted to start a conversation about a strong alternative to the traditional route for writers. Indie publishing is in a golden age right now, and while this path has its pros and cons (just like traditional publishing), I’ve been spending time lately discovering just what ...

Ep. 18, Part 2: Traditional publishing, an overview

Jul

15

2021

This is part 2 of the exploration of traditional publishing I began in Ep. 18, Part 1. Enjoy! Listen on YouTube! Listen on Spotify! Listen on iTunes/Apple Podcasts! Listen on Stitcher! Listen on iHeart Radio! https://www.nicolemcinnes.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/FullFinalEp18Part2.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 20:50 — 22.2MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSS