The Whole Writer

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!

The Whole Writer is a arts podcast hosted by Nicole Meier, with 112 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Nicole Meier hosts The Whole Writer, a arts show with 112 episodes published.

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  Episode #113

  113. REPLAY: Shifts in the Publishing Industry with Jane Friedman

  Aug 11, 202632 minS3

  Jane Friedman discusses the major shifts she's witnessed in publishing over the past ten years. Inside this episode, we explore: the explosive growth of audiobooks the new tools and platforms available to writers today the rise of the creator economy and its impact on authors the emergence of AI in writing and publishing Jane brings her signature practical wisdom and market intelligence to help writers understand and navigate this transformed landscape. Tune in for more. ️ Find more on Jane Friedman here. ️ Find more on Nicole Meier here .

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  Episode #112

  112. REPLAY: Building a Creative Life That Lasts with J.T. Ellison

  Jul 28, 202635 minS3

  Bestselling author J.T. Ellison shares what it really takes to build a creative life that stands the test of time. From honoring the seasons of your writing career to navigating burnout and rediscovering joy, J.T. offers candid insights into the mindset shifts, boundaries, and community connections that keep creativity sustainable. Whether you're in the trenches of a first draft or navigating the ups and downs of publishing, her wisdom is a reminder that longevity in the creative world isn't about hustle—it's about alignment, intention, and protecting what matters most. Find more on J.T. Ellison here and here . Find more in Nicole Meier here .

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  Episode #110

  110. AI, Agency Decay, and the Messy Draft Worth Writing

  Jun 30, 202616 minS3

  Is AI quietly eroding your creative confidence? I’m sharing what I’m seeing in manuscripts as an editor, discussing the concept of “agency decay,” and making a case for why the messy, uncertain work of drafting is exactly where your writer’s voice gets made. In this episode: Why AI-generated pages are recognizable to agents, editors, and book coaches What “agency decay” is and how it chips away at your creative confidence over time The difference between using AI as a tool vs. letting it replace your creative work 3 practical strategies to reclaim your voice and trust yourself on the page For fiction writers, memoir writers, and anyone who’s been tempted to outsource the blank page, this one’s for you. To find more on Nicole, visit nicolemeier.com

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  Episode #109

  109. Should You Self-Publish? One Novelist's Journey from Traditional to Indie with Annie Cathryn

  Jun 16, 202630 minS3

  What happens when traditional publishing stalls your career — and you decide to take matters into your own hands? In this episode, Nicole sits down with award-winning novelist Annie Cathryn ( The Friendship Breakup , Eat the Cake ) to talk candidly about her journey from querying 125 literary agents, landing a traditional publishing deal, and ultimately making the leap to self-publishing her latest novel. Whether you're a fiction writer wondering how to self-publish your first novel, or a traditionally published author weighing a move to indie publishing, Annie's story is full of hard-won wisdom and practical insight. They cover: What it really takes to query literary agents — and why 125 rejections isn't failure Why traditional publishing didn't work for Annie's sophomore novel (and why it had nothing to do with her writing) How she launched an indie publishing business in a single day — LLC, website, pub date and all The honest learning curve of self-publishing: book formatting, cover design, IngramSpark vs. Amazon, and what she'd do differently The real benefits of being an indie author: creative control, real-time sales data, and choosing your own pub date How to decide whether traditional or self-publishing is the right fit for your author career Annie's debut novel Eat the Cake — a story of grief, unexpected hope, and a scavenger hunt through Florence — releases July 21st. Find her on Instagram @msanniecathryn and pre-order at bookstoread.com/anniecatherine. For more on Nicole Meier, visit nicolemeier.com

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  Episode #108

  108. How to Know When to Shift

  Jun 2, 202617 minS3

  <p>That quiet, nagging feeling about your manuscript? It might be trying to tell you something important.</p><p>In this episode, novelist and writing mentor Nicole Meier gets honest about one of the hardest decisions a writer can face: knowing when it's time to set a manuscript aside, pivot your publishing path, or start something new — and how to make that call from a place of clarity rather than fear or desperation.</p><p>Nicole shares the personal story of shelving her own early novel after receiving rare, detailed agent feedback — a decision she credits as one of the most...

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