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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

Ep. 18, Part 1: Traditional publishing, an overview

Jul

10

2021

Why do writers want to traditionally publish? How do writers get their work traditionally published? Is a literary agent required? Join me as I attempt to encapsulate the massive subject of traditional publishing in a single podcast episode. (Spoiler alert: I fail. This episode grew too large and had to be split. Part 2 coming ...

Ep. 17: Too old to become a writer?

May

20

2021

Have you always wanted to be a writer, but other things have gotten in the way? Are you finally at a place in your life where you’re ready to give yourself permission to write, but you fear you may be too old? Listen in to Episode 17, in which I’ll discuss some common characteristics of ...

Ep. 16: Embracing the Pivot

Apr

30

2021

Have you been wanting to make a major change in your writing life but you’re hesitant to do it? Maybe you’ve wanted to try writing in a different genre or to pursue a different type of publishing than you’re used to pursuing, but something is stopping you from taking action. If so, you’ll want to ...