The Whole Writer
Each week, The Whole Writer podcast with Nicole Meier creates space for writers to nurture both their craft and themselves, exploring what it means to write from a place of wholeness rather than depletion.
If you’re an emerging author seeking guidance, this podcast is for you!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 81
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
40. Real Answers for Real Writing Struggles
Today is another Ask Me Anything! Inside this episode I'm answering these five questions:
1) How to tell if you're over-revising your novel manuscript.
2) What to do if you've hit a wall and can't move…
39. Are You Relying on Tactics or Strategy in Your Novel Writing?
In today's episode, I'm diving into a crucial question for novel writers. Are you relying on tactics or strategies to move your work and progress forward?
This is a subtle but essential distinction, …
38. Writing Retreats: Five Reasons Why They Can Be a Game Changer
Today I'm diving into one of my all time favorite topics: writing retreats. What makes them such a transformative experience for authors and how can they benefit our writing?
I'm talking about solo re…
37. Strengthening Your Story's Bones: Customized Support for Story Structure
In today's episode of Steps to Story, we're diving into one of the most crucial aspects of storytelling, your story's structure.
For those of you who follow me, you'll know that my mission is to help…
36. Level Up Your Thriller, Mystery & Suspense with Samantha Skal & Kerry Savage
Suspense, mysteries and thrillers, oh my! Welcome to spooky season! Inside this episode of Steps to Story I'm talking with book coaches Samantha Skal and Kerry Savage about:
- The ideation of twists
- Know…
35. Embrace the Drift: How Distraction Can Help Your WIP
Today I'm exploring how you can strategically allow yourself to be distracted and how those moments can open up new avenues in your novel writing.
I'm uncovering six strategies that will not only giv…
34. [✨Big Announcement!] Author Platforms with Gretchen Schaffer
Are you an emerging author who's starting to think about your author platform? Or perhaps you're just dipping your toe into the world of publisher pitches and agent queries. 📚
And let's be real, it …
33. Recovering From Creative Burnout with Emily Golden & Rachel May
Do you know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of creative burnout? The state of physical, mental and emotional exhaustion that affects your creative work?
Are you feeling like you need to step…
32. How to Write an Action Story That Works With Savannah Gilbo
Today I'm talking with fellow book coach Savannah Gilbo about how to write an action story that works. Inside the episode we're discussing:
- The idea of doing your best work
- Identifying frameworks that …
31. [MASTERCLASS] How to Go From Idea to Action in Your Novel Writing
If you didn't get a chance to attend my free webinar on August 27th, which was titled: How to Go From Idea to Action in Your Novel Writing; the good news is, I'm sharing the content again here inside…
30. Inside Steps to Story: Real Talk From Writers in My Program
You're going to hear a special episode today.
It's a replay where five of my past students get together and talk about their experiences inside the Steps to Story program. Hopefully it will give you …
29. Five Powerful Mindset Habits to Adopt Before You Write Forward
Those who adapt a healthy mindset from the start are usually the ones who follow through with their novel writing dreams. That's why I'm breaking down some key mindset habits for writers inside today…
28. How to Build a Strong Foundation for Your Novel Writing
Here’s the tough truth, I often see writers (myself included at one time) who are so excited about their story idea that they rush through the process and forget to establish a strong foundation for …
27. Four Signs Your Novel Manuscript Isn't Hanging Together
Today's episode is all about story craft! I’m diving into the red flags that signal your novel manuscript might need a tune-up.
Writing a book is a massive undertaking, and with so many moving parts,…
26. Six Ways to Avoid Overwhelm When Crafting Your Novel
Inside this episode, I'm diving into a topic that most writers are not immune to: project overwhelm.
Sound familiar?
I’m guessing the answer is yes. Because Whether you're a seasoned novelist or just …
25. How to Know if Your Story Premise Will Fill a Whole Book
Today I’m tackling a question that every novelist faces at some point: "How do I know if my story premise will fill a whole book?"
If you’re excited about your idea but hesitant to dive into writing,…
24. Sidestep These 4 Novel-Writing Pitfalls for Success
Today I'm diving into four crucial mistakes to avoid when writing your novel. While there is no wrong way to write your book, because your writing process should be your own, I can tell you that ther…
23. Summer Boost: 3 Ways to Stay in the Writing Flow Right Now
Small but consistent efforts will keep you connected to your work this summer. Tune into today's short but sweet episode to learn three quick ways to keep your writing flow moving in the right direct…
22. From Manuscript to Market: Trends I'm Seeing in my Book Coaching
I have the privilege of getting to know fiction writers and their stories because of the work that I do. And lately, I've been noticing some trends. Today's episode is all about the list of trends th…
21. Beta Readers vs. Developmental Editors: What Writers Need to Know
In today's episode, we're going to dive into a hot topic in the novel writing process: Beta readers versus developmental editors.
If you're a novelist looking to take your work to the next level, sta…