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Ep. 37: Is it REALLY harder than ever to be a querying writer or a writer on submission?

Aug

20

2023

Episode 37: Lately, many aspiring and established authors have taken to social media to proclaim how much harder than ever it is to be a writer querying agents or an agented writer with a manuscript out on submission. I have some thoughts. https://www.nicolemcinnes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Ep.-37_-Is-it-REALLY-harder-than-ever-to-be-a-querying-writer-or-a-writer-on-submission_.mp4Podcast (thegroovywriter): Play in new window | Download (Duration: 18:24 — 296.3MB)

Ep. 36: I messed up my book promotion!!

Aug

16

2023

Episode 36: Messing up a book promotion stinks if you’re a traditionally or indie published author, but it’s not the end of the world! Tune in for my own, recent tale of promotional woe. The Groovy Writer Podcast: Find Your Writing Groove Regardless of Your Circumstances.Hosted by author and MFA faculty Nicole McInnesAvailable on all ...

Ep. 35: MS Word Read Aloud is a FANTASTIC & FREE tool for writers!

Aug

16

2023

Episode 35: I’m a huge fan of this feature in Microsoft Word. It’s one that all writers should use, in my opinion, but so many don’t even realize it’s right there under our noses! 🙂 The Groovy Writer Podcast: Find Your Writing Groove Regardless of Your Circumstances. Hosted by author and MFA faculty Nicole McInnes ...

Ep. 34: When good things happen…to other writers

Aug

16

2023

Ep. 34: No writer enjoys being in the clutches of the little green monster known as creative jealousy. Unfortunately, feeling envious of other writers’ successes is a reality for many of us at one time or another. Join me as I share some of my own struggles with this beastie over the years and what ...

Ep. 33: Self-promo cringe? Why you can (and should!) promote your own writing

Mar

8

2023

Ep. 33: In this episode, I talk about why it’s important to face the dragon of self-promotion head-on in order to benefit your writing and your writing career. Feel the cringe, and do it anyway! https://www.nicolemcinnes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/The-Groovy-Writer-Podcast-Ep.-33_-Why-you-can-and-should-promote-your-own-writing-1.mp4Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 15:10 — 183.6MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSS

Ep. 32: Has writing become a chore?

Feb

20

2023

In this episode, I discuss some effective steps writers can take when writing starts to feel like just another have-to. This is a common situation for any writer who pursues the craft for any length of time. Unfortunately, it has stopped more than one writer from moving forward and overcoming the obstacles standing in the ...

Ep. 31: Appreciating the writing journey – even the not-so-fun parts

Feb

20

2023

In this episode, I discuss some of the major ups-and-downs that commonly occur along a writer’s journey. While nobody likes to feel uninspired, untalented, or rejected, learning to see the big picture and ride that creative bronco can help us to create a writing life that is both sustainable and satisfying. https://www.nicolemcinnes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/The-Groovy-Writer-Podcast-Ep.-31_-Appreciating-the-Writing-Journey-Even-the-Not-So-Fun-Parts.mp4Podcast: Play in new ...

Ep. 30: How my book became an Amazon #1 Best Seller

Feb

20

2023

Becoming a #1 Best Seller is a dream for many writers, and it’s a very cool thing. That said, the meaning of being #1 has shifted a bit from what it once meant. Join me in this episode as I peel back some of those layers and dispel some common misconceptions about Amazon’s Best Seller ...

Ep. 29: How publishing’s paradigm shift can be good for writers

Feb

20

2023

In this episode, I discuss the current climate in traditional publishing and how some of the uncomfortable shifts can actually be a positive thing for writers who are willing to ride the wave of change. https://www.nicolemcinnes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/The-Groovy-Writer-Podcast-Ep-29_-How-Publishings-Paradigm-Shift-Can-Be-Good-for-Writers.mp4Podcast (thegroovywriter): Play in new window | Download (Duration: 19:15 — 280.2MB)

Ep. 28: Rights reversion in traditional publishing

Feb

20

2023

In this episode, I discuss what happens after the rights to your traditionally published book revert back to you. This can happen for any number of reasons, and it opens up some interesting possibilities for authors. https://www.nicolemcinnes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/The-Groovy-Writer-Podcast-Ep.-28_-Rights-Reversion-in-Traditional-Publishing.mp4Podcast (thegroovywriter): Play in new window | Download (Duration: 15:54 — 216.4MB)