Are flat characters killing your story? It's something I see all too often in my book coaching and developmental editing business. 

In this episode of Steps to Story, I'm breaking down the WHY, HOW, and WHAT when it comes to breathing new life into your novel's cast of characters. Let's give your novel manuscript the attention it deserves!
Tune in to learn more!
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In this episode, I'm talking about ONE crucial strategy for novel writers: the idea of leaning into your wins.
I believe this practice can be a key tool for overcoming obstacles and achieving your  goals. Especially when it comes to your writing and publishing journey.
Tune in to find out how you can start incorporating this one thing into your writing practice in order to turn things around and follow your novel writing dreams.
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Today is my book's birthday! CITY OF BOOKS is now out in the world. And in celebration, I want to do something a little different today. I'm going to pull back the curtain and share parts of my author journey with you. 

Inside this episode, I'm sharing the Top Ten Things I've Learned in my author career.

Tune in to hear about my thoughts on:
Writing life
Editors
Publishers
Author goals
and more!
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I'm having an inspired conversation with two of my sisters in publishing for our books releasing this spring and summer. And there's a giveaway!👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻

Together with authors Jeanne Blasberg and Susie Orman Schnall, we're breaking it down and talking about the real, real behind: 

• The writing process
• The publishing industry
• What it took to get our books out into the world

THERE'S ALSO A GIVEAWAY!!📚
To enter a giveaway of 10+ new releases in fiction:
1) Leave a rating for this podcast
2) Take a screenshot of your rating
3) Email it to me at [email protected]

U.S. residents only. Must be 18 yrs and over to enter. One winner will be chosen at random by May 28, 2024.

Where can find Jeanne Blasberg:
Website: https://jeanneblasberg.com
Instagram: @jeanneblasbergauthor

Where you can find Susie Orman Schnall:
Website: https://susieschnall.com
Instagram: @susieormanschnall

Nicole Meier: Website | Instagram | Programs | Free Novel Writing Guide

In today's episode, I'm taking a deep dive into the BIG shifts in publishing with my publisher, Brooke Warner.

We're having an open conversation about:

• Publishing paths
• The world of hybrid
• The changing landscape
• Realities of book distribution
• Expectations of a new generation
• Opportunities and tips for authors

And so much more! This episode is packed with insight that you don't want to miss!

You can find Brooke Warner at:
Website: https://brookewarner.com
Instagram: @brooke_warner
Substack: brookewarner.stubtack.com

Nicole Meier: Website | Instagram | Programs | Free Novel Writing Guide

Welcome to a special month of podcast episodes! Because this is my book launch month (CITY OF BOOKS releases May 28th📚), I’m taking my podcast from solo episodes to interviews.⁠
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Today, I'm talking with Jennie Nash.
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Inside this episode, we're talking about why mentors matter. We're uncovering what happens when someone shines a light on our creative path, to reveal what's possible.

Join us for an honest and thoughtful conversation around the topics of: 

• mentors 
• book coaches 
• the writing life

Where to find Jennie Nash:
Website: https://jennienash.com
Instagram: @jennienashbookcoach
Interested in becoming a book coach? Click here!
Interested in finding a book coach? Click here!

Nicole Meier: Website | Instagram | Programs | Free Novel Writing Guide

Crafting a strong opening scene is crucial for grabbing the reader's attention and setting the tone for the entire novel. 

As writers, we know this on some level, and yet when it comes to crafting that important opening chapter, we sometimes forget which elements to include.

So, in today’s episode, I'm discussing key elements that writers need to know when creating the opening to their novel.

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Today’s episode is meant to be a gentle reminder for anyone who is feeling perplexed or frustrated with certain elements of the writing and publishing journey. 

While some elements of the publishing world may be out of a writer's control, there are SO many things that aren't.⁠ ⁠ 

 My number one recommendation is to take time to focus on the craft. Because in this, there are five wonderful things you can have control over.

Tune in to find out what they are.

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In this episode, we'll be delving into the art of restraint in novel writing. Specifically, we'll discuss why it's crucial for writers to resist the temptation to throw in everything but the kitchen sink into their novel manuscript.

Otherwise known as kitchen sink syndrome.

It’s something I see often in my book coaching and developmental editing business – writers find themselves stuck and second guessing their story, and as a result, they tend to throw far too many characters, plot points, & twists and turns into an already packed story, for fear of not hooking their reader.

Tune in to find out why this is and how to fix it!

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If you've been second-guessing yourself and letting doubt hold you back from your writing goals, this episode is for you!

As a book coach, I have writers come to me and admit they have a nice story outline with all kinds of good research and prep work complete…yet they just can’t find a way to get words onto the page.

So, today I want to talk about something that comes up in different phases of our writing process and that is the subject of roadblocks. 

Inside this episode, I'm breaking down writing roadblocks into four different categories. 

• Writer's block
• Plot holes
• Character development
• Perfectionism

Let's first identify them and then talk about ways to overcome them.

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