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The Groovy Writer
by Nicole McInnes
The Groovy Writer Podcast is all about helping writers find their groove regardless of their circumstances. Author and MFA instructor Nicole McInnes offers encouragement and inspiration for writers of all ages, backgrounds, and levels of experience. Write on!
Episodes
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Ep. 46: Use Rejection as a Course Correction Tool
https://youtu.be/uPA4Exu9k5o
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Ep. 45: My favorite writing inspiration books!
https://youtu.be/aFH9a-KaRNE
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Ep. 44: 3 Reasons Your Writing Keeps Getting Rejected – An Author/Editor’s PerspectiveEp. 44:
https://youtu.be/UvHBRr5brTo
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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…
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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. https://youtu.be/Y6-zmgowtbU
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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! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mNI3RENoO4&t=173s
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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...
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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. https://youtu.be/2BwQQgm7Z94 The Groovy Writer Podcast: Find Your Writing Groove Regardless of Your Circumstances. Hosted by author and MFA faculty Nicole...
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Ep. 36: I messed up my book promotion!!
https://youtu.be/A_B473Ex6kQ 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...
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Ep. 35: MS Word Read Aloud is a FANTASTIC & FREE tool for writers!
https://youtu.be/1VM-r7QrSbM 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…
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Ep. 34: When good things happen…to other writers
https://youtu.be/5bbnwsWptEo 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...
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Ep. 33: Self-promo cringe? Why you can (and should!) promote your own writing
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://youtu.be/ZBaHfa7gkfQ
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Ep. 31: Appreciating the writing journey – even the not-so-fun parts
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...
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Ep. 30: How my book became an Amazon #1 Best Seller
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 categories....
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Ep. 27: Taking the show on the road
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.
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Ep. 26: Dear writers: Please don’t depend on the publishing industry for validation.
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.
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Ep. 25: Embracing the pause
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...
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Ep. 24: The Big 5 personality traits for writers
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...
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Ep. 23: Things for writers to try this year
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...
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Ep. 22: How I became a hybrid author with my newest novel, The Jilliad
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...
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Ep. 21: Writers and cancel culture
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...
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Ep. 20: 10 steps to getting the most out of a creative writing workshop
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!…
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Ep. 19: The lure of the indie/hybrid publishing path
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),...
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Ep. 18, Part 2: Traditional publishing, an overview
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!
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Ep. 18, Part 1: Traditional publishing, an overview
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...
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Ep. 17: Too old to become a writer?
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 writers…
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Ep. 16: Embracing the Pivot
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...
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Ep. 15: I’ve written a manuscript–Now what?
Have you finally finished that novel, or collection of short stories, or memoir you've been working on for ages? Do you want to get it into the hands of readers but have no idea how to get it published? Tune in to Episode 15 where we'll discuss the major paths to publication and some of the major...
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Ep. 14: Writing Spaces and Places
Where do you write, and how does location affect your writing? Listen in to Episode 14 for some rambly thoughts about writing spaces and places, recorded from a distinctly non-rambly vintage travel trailer. Listen on YouTube! Listen on Spotify! Listen on iTunes/Apple Podcasts! Listen on Stitcher!...
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Ep. 13: 7 Things that Make Writers Lucky
I’m not a superstitious person in general, but there’s something about the number 13 that always makes me think about luck. Also, St. Patrick’s Day was just last week. I attempted to create a literary four-leaf clover, which was fun, and it also got me thinking about luck. Now that The Groovy...
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Ep. 12: The Care and Feeding of the Writer in Your Life
Are you the family, friend, fan, or spouse of a writer? Listen in to Episode 12 as we'll discuss why writers sometimes struggle with letting their needs be known and how you can support them in a variety of ways. Spoiler alert: I don't actually talk about food in this episode. Maybe that's a...
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Ep. 11: How to Write a Novel–Revision and Editing
Finishing the draft of a novel-length writing project is a huge accomplishment. Before sending that manuscript to your agent, or to editors, though, or even if you plan on self-publishing, it's important to revise and edit it to within an inch of its life. Join me in this episode as I'll discuss...
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Ep. 10: Skipping Through Some Common Writing Grooves
As many writers of a certain age know, if you persist and stick with writing for long enough, it’s very likely that your writing habits, routines, and general writing groove will change at some point, maybe even at many points, due to life circumstances. Knowing how to roll with the punches and...
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Ep. 9: How to write a novel–Powering Through the First Draft (or Have Grit, Don’t Quit!)
Writing the first draft of a novel can feel like sailing on the open sea with no land in sight—not the land you left, and certainly not the land you’re heading toward. Add to that the fact that you’re all alone with a sometimes-unwieldy beast of a story you’ve created (and are thus 100%…
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Ep. 8: Writing Through Change
The ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, “The only constant in life is change.” As we know, some periods of change are more intense than others, but for writers, all periods of major transition (whether we consider them to be good or bad) tend to have a few things in common: They challenge...
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Ep. 7: How to Write a Novel–Into the Drafting Wilderness
How do we start to put a structure to the "first sparks" of inspiration we’ve gathered (and possibly outlined) during the prewriting stage? Join me in Episode 7 as I discuss some different techniques for transitioning into the exciting part of the novel-writing process during which a first draft...
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Ep. 6: How to Write a Novel: Prewriting, the First Sparks
For many novelists, the prewriting phase is a land of seemingly endless, dreamy opportunity where we get to meet potential characters, to think about who they are and how they would react to a variety of situations. Meanwhile, the plot of the story we want to tell is often starting to take shape,...
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Ep. 5: Writers, Resilience & Growing a Thicker Skin
As a writer, where do you reside on the "skin thickness spectrum?" Do you dread having your work critiqued? Or do you use feedback as an opportunity to learn and thrive--even when that feedback ends in a rejection from an agent, editor, etc? In this episode, we'll explore some of the ways writers...
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Ep. 4: Getting Back on the Horse
When rejection rears its ugly head and writers fall off the horse (metaphorically speaking, of course) it can interfere with—or even obliterate—our ability to find a productive and enjoyable writing groove. Listen in to Episode 4 where you’ll hear Nicole’s story about an actual horse-related…
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Ep. 3: Writers and Shame
Have you ever had your writing rejected by an agent, an editor, a contest panel, etc? If so, did you feel the specific kind of shame that so often accompanies such a rejection? As writers, we might not even be aware of how shame can cause serious problems when it comes to finding our writing...
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Ep. 2: Are You a Headless Chicken Writer?
Do you find yourself struggling to keep writing in the face of all the stuff "real" life tends to throw at you? This episode explores how writers can manage the responsibilities and energy sinkholes that can leave us creatively drained. Listen on Spotify! Listen on iTunes! Listen on Stitcher!
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Ep. 1: The Groovy Writer Podcast – Introduction
I'm psyched (and a little terrified, to be honest) to publish this first episode of The Groovy Writer Podcast. I've been wanting to start a writing podcast for-EVAH, but other stuff kept getting bumped to the top of the priority list. Plus, the podcasting learning curve is seriously steep! I'm...
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The Groovy Writer Podcast is all about helping writers find their groove regardless of their circumstances. Author and MFA instructor Nicole McInnes offers encouragement and inspiration for writers of all ages, backgrounds, and levels of experience. Write on!
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