Ep. 43: Will you have to do public appearances as a published author?

The fear of public speaking is right up there in the top 10 list of human nightmare fuel sources. I was recently asked if public appearances (at book festivals, conferences, bookstore readings, etc.) are required of authors these days. Whether you’re completely at home in front of a crowd, or break out in hives at ...

Ep. 42: Think you don’t need to proofread your manuscript before it’s published? Think again.

The proofreading process is vital, whether you’re a traditionally published or indie/self-published author. Here I share a recent example of the proofreading process for the newest anthology from Altitude Press.

Ep. 41: “Help! My publisher changed my book without permission!”

Episode 41: Having a manuscript published with changes the author didn’t approve is right up there with writers’ top fears. What can be done to avoid this nightmarish scenario? Listen in to find out!

Ep. 40: Your best creative work is ahead of you

Episode 40: Follow any musician, painter, dancer, writer, or other type of artist who stays in it for the long haul, and you’ll almost always see an interesting, and sometimes unexpected, evolution of their work. What if you could shift your mindset from worrying about future success to resting easy in the knowledge that your ...

Ep. 39: Navigating Writing Life Detours (rough road/poor audio warning for tender ears)

Episode 39: Encountering some unexpected twists and turns in your writing life? Take heart, and cowboy (or girl) up! This video is for you. The Groovy Writer Podcast: Find Your Writing Groove Regardless of Your Circumstances. Hosted by author and MFA faculty Nicole McInnes Available on all major podcast platforms. Nicole’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Nicole-M… rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ANicole+McInnes Website: ...

Ep. 38: Never received a response to your query? You’re not alone.

Episode 38: When a literary agent goes radio silent in response to your query, it can be–in the inimitable words of Jerry Maguire–an “up-at-dawn, pride-swallowing siege.” Here’s what to do if you ever find yourself in that position. The Groovy Writer Podcast: Find Your Writing Groove Regardless of Your Circumstances. Hosted by author and MFA ...

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

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.

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

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!

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! ๐Ÿ™‚ 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

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 ...
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