Steps to Story

Nicole Meier
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Steps to Story

The Steps to Story podcast with your host Nicole Meier, delivering weekly episodes (in short and accessible recordings!) that provide fiction writers with essential steps and strategies, so they can get clear on their big story idea, complete their manuscripts, and follow their novel writing dreams.If you’re an emerging author seeking guidance, this podcast is for you!

  1. 3D AGO

    60. Are You Living the Life of a Whole Writer?

    What does it mean to be a whole writer? For me and for so many of the writers I work with, it means expanding our definition of success. It means creating a writing life that includes, yes, the craft of storytelling, but also a creative rhythm that honors your energy and life season. A community of other writers who get it and who share your values. A curiosity about your ideal reader, not from a marketing lens first, but from a connection lens. Tune in to find out more. Links and resource fr...

    9 min

  2. APR 15

    59. Writing from the Heart: How Following Her Intuition Landed a Book Deal with Jennifer O'Brien

    In this heartfelt episode, we chat with debut novelist Jennifer O'Brien, whose publishing journey took a surprising and inspiring turn. After a real-life dream of buying a fixer-upper didn’t pan out, she turned the experience into fiction—crafting a novel rich with themes of love, self-discovery, and the true meaning of home. We explore how real-life experiences influence story development, the deeper messages she hopes readers will carry with them, and the pivotal moments she leaned on intui...

    26 min

  3. APR 8

    58. Nurture Your Revisions: How to Approach Your Next Draft with special guests

    For the next three episodes, I'm doing something special. Recently I had the Joy of gathering with 15 of my book coaching friends, an inspiring group of thoughtful, compassionate coaches and editors who are all deeply invested in helping writers like you bring their stories to life. We spent time setting intentions supporting one another and talking about the many ways we can uplift the writers we work with. And as we talked, I couldn't help but think, what if I could bring their wisdom and e...

    27 min

  4. APR 1

    57. Nurture Your Mindset: How to Move Through Roadblocks with special guests

    For the next three episodes, I'm doing something special. Recently I had the Joy of gathering with 15 of my book coaching friends, an inspiring group of thoughtful, compassionate coaches and editors who are all deeply invested in helping writers like you bring their stories to life. We spent time setting intentions supporting one another and talking about the many ways we can uplift the writers we work with. And as we talked, I couldn't help but think, what if I could bring their wisdom and e...

    27 min

  5. MAR 25

    56. Nurture Your Novel: How to Start Strong and Keep Going with special guests

    For the next three episodes, I'm doing something special. Recently I had the Joy of gathering with 15 of my book coaching friends, an inspiring group of thoughtful, compassionate coaches and editors who are all deeply invested in helping writers like you bring their stories to life. We spent time setting intentions supporting one another and talking about the many ways we can uplift the writers we work with. And as we talked, I couldn't help but think, what if I could bring their wisdom and e...

    28 min

  6. MAR 18

    55. Why Your First Pages Matter More Than You Think

    Today I'm discussing one of the most crucial parts of your novel: the first pages. You've heard it a million times, your opening pages need to quote hook readers, but why is that so important? Well, these first pages are your novels, handshake. They set up expectations, pose story questions, establish tone. And if you're aiming for traditional publishing, they might just be your one shot at impressing literary agents or editors at publishing houses. In this episode, I'll unpack why those firs...

    11 min

  7. MAR 11

    54. Why Your Flawed First Draft is a Gift

    Today, I want to talk about one of the hardest parts of writing: embracing the imperfection of that first draft. I know it can feel like you’re slogging through a swamp of clunky dialogue, meandering plots, and sentences that don’t quite shine. You might even wonder if you’re wasting your time. But here’s what I want you to know: Your so-called flawed first draft is actually a gift. It’s a sign that you’re showing up to the page with courage and letting the story unfold, no matter how messy. ...

    10 min

  8. MAR 4

    53. Fixing that ONE Thing in Your Novel

    Today we're talking about that one thing: the mysterious, nagging problem in your novel that you just can't seem to fix. Every writer hits this wall, and today I'm going to help you find a way through. Join me as I discuss four effective methods for overcoming story writing struggles. Website | VIP Day Coaching | Substack

    9 min
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The Steps to Story podcast with your host Nicole Meier, delivering weekly episodes (in short and accessible recordings!) that provide fiction writers with essential steps and strategies, so they can get clear on their big story idea, complete their manuscripts, and follow their novel writing dreams.If you’re an emerging author seeking guidance, this podcast is for you!

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  • Creator
    Nicole Meier
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Steps to Story
  • Show Website
    Steps to Story

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