The Groovy Writer
Find your writing groove regardless of your circumstances. Hosted by author and MFA faculty, Nicole McInnes
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August 16, 2023
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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 I've learned from observing and examining this uncomfortable emotion in myself and others.
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June 30, 2022 • 19 mins
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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May 21, 2022 • 19 mins
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. Write on!
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March 25, 2022 • 22 mins
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 good news? You have the ability to bring them all into better balance.
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January 7, 2022 • 22 mins
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 incorporated into her writing life. Happy listening!
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November 18, 2021 • 20 mins
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 am today. Join me as I discuss some of the pros and cons of indie publishing and why it might warrant another look even from...
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October 17, 2021 • 22 mins
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 more due to the fear of cancellation. I believe it's as a serious problem for writers from all back...
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October 9, 2021 • 31 mins
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!
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September 13, 2021 • 25 mins
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 makes it so appealing for writers. I hope you'll listen in!
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July 15, 2021 • 20 mins
This is part 2 of the exploration of traditional publishing I began in Ep. 18, Part 1. Enjoy!
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July 10, 2021 • 27 mins
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 soon!)
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May 20, 2021 • 20 mins
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 who feel like they're arriving "too late to the game," and why this isn't the case at all.
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April 30, 2021 • 21 mins
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 listen to today’s show where I discuss the Creative Pivot and why it can be an important, and sometimes necessary, way to reinvigorate yo...
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April 17, 2021 • 26 mins
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 pros and cons of each. Write on!
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April 4, 2021 • 18 mins
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.
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March 22, 2021 • 15 mins
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 Writer Podcast officially has a baker’s dozen number of episodes, and to offer a counterbalance to the number 13, I’ve decided to incorporate...
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March 14, 2021 • 26 mins
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 subject for a future discussion, but if we think of food as nurturing, then the title definitely fits. Write on!
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March 8, 2021 • 21 mins
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 some of the major hallmarks of revision and editing, including which comes first, and why.
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March 1, 2021 • 23 mins
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 deal with the curve balls life can throw at us can mean the difference between sticking with writing for the long term or abandoning it som...
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February 21, 2021 • 24 mins
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% responsible for), and things can get dicey. Join me in Episode 9 as we’ll discuss how to overcome discouragement while drafting and the importance ...
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