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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!

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Recent Reviews
  • RKRK7312
    She's a gold mine of great help
    I've worked with her and I have only praise for her sensibilities and publishing street cred.
  • JBButler
    Great for writers at every stage of their journey!
    Nicole nails it. I am beyond grateful for her wisdom and expertise. This podcast is a must for any writer, no matter where you’re at in your journey!
  • LeahAbbey
    Great writing podcast!
    Each episode is full of nuggets of wisdom delivered in such a friendly way! This is a great one for a full spectrum writers, no matter where they are in their career.
  • Stephanie-Writes
    So good!
    Nicole has a generous spirit and a bottomless well of knowledge - and she’s sharing it all here! Definitely a must-listen whether you’re on your first novel or your tenth.
  • savannahgilbo
    Excellent podcast for writers!
    I love the way Nicole breaks down the process of writing a novel into smaller, more digestible pieces! It’s clear Nicole knows what she’s talking about—both from working with authors and writing her own fiction. Her wisdom is no doubt hard earned, and it comes through in each and every episode. Thanks for sharing this invaluable resource with the writing community, Nicole!
  • WEBits Design
    Helpful and Encouraging
    I've been writing my first novel without knowing how. It's almost done. But oh how I wish I started off with the help of Nicole Meier. I only recently found her podcast. It offers helpful information and encouragement that I could have used at the start. Though, better late than never, as they say. Soon I hope to find a beta reader or two. I'm thankful that episode 21 answered my questions about this.
  • Tlmg21
    New Writer + New Listener
    I am in the beginning stages of my first draft for my first novel, and I know I’m going to need lots of help to get me across the finish line. I was excited to discover this podcast and can’t wait to hear more!
  • Jdb3254
    For every writer at any stage
    I love Nicole’s podcast! So fun to listen to her chat with Jennie about book coaching as well as with fellow authors about their pub journeys. I find the topic of publishing endlessly interesting and learn so much when others share their experiences.
  • Mandalion91
    Nicole has the best advice!
    Nicole is an expert in her craft and this podcast is immensely helpful and inspirational to both established and aspiring authors!
  • Tracey D. Buchanan
    On target
    Nicole hits the mark with her simple, clear, helpful podcast episodes for writers who might need direction or focus. Keeping the episodes brief and targeted helps me retain what she’s teaching. I’ve had the opportunity to hear Nicole in person and she’s a true encourager who offers meaningful content.
  • TOL158
    Perfect for writers at any stage!
    Whether you just have an inkling of an idea for a manuscript, or you’re stuck somewhere in the middle of one, Nicole‘s practical and supportive approach can help you get there. I’m so excited she decided to share her skills with a wider audience!
  • JMRodWriter
    Practical and encouraging
    Nicole has a way of taking the overwhelming process of writing a book and breaking it into manageable and understandable chunks. This is such a friendly and uplifting podcast for writers new to the journey or those of us who need to remember the tricks and foundations that sustain this creative work. What a gem of a resource!
  • Opportunity for Introspection
    A useful podcast!
    Thank you Nicole for sharing all your tips and tools on how to become a successful writer. Your approachable personality, and experience will help me be a better writer.
  • KKBend!
    Want to write a book? You need this!
    Nicole’s guidance is just the kind of advice that beginning novelists need to launch their project, improve their MS, or simply get unstuck. She draws on her own deep experience as a successful author and coach to numerous writers to provide accessible, relatable, actionable advice for how to begin and sustain a book project. She helped me go from stuck to completed draft and she’ll undoubtedly help you too.
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