Most writing podcasts focus on techniques or how to get published. Stop Writing Alone is less for your writer brain, more for your writer soul. Writing is lonely, a lot of living in your own head. Having a writing group, whether it’s a critique group or just people you write with makes a big difference whether you give up, or stick with it. Nicole explains so much about what goes into finding and forming and nurturing writing communities. Episodes have lots of links and ideas, and she has great interviews with other writers about their practices and communities.

Nicole is the writing buddy everyone needs regardless of what they write. She is the quiet voice that encourages you to just get on with your writing while giving you tips to find friends in the writing community. There is no pressure, no judgement, and no one way to do things. Thank you Nicole for being my writing buddy and putting out a podcast every week!

Exactly what I love when I dig in on a project...resources and beautiful community. Thank you Nicole for what you have created here.

You won't find a more engaging, honest, & empathetic podcast focused on writing than Stop Writing Alone. In the emerging & rapidly growing gig economy this podcast tackles the silent pain rarely spoken about publicly - isolation from human contact. Of course, there is plently of instruction & learning to be had about the craft of writing as the host of the show, Nicole Rivera, speaks from her experience & knowledge on the subject, but the beauty of this show is the connection with other souls on a similar journey. I highly recommend you give it a listen!!

Nicole is the teacher that made me like learning. She’s the friend I looked forward to meeting up with all week. She is so warm, genuine, and down to earth, I feel like I am a better writer just listening to her kind, informative voice. Writing is a solo event for me but ever since I found the Stop Writing Alone Podcast, I don’t feel so alone anymore. Great tips and resources are on the website in the show notes. And I have been meaning to sign up for the Facebook group. Lots of resources here for writers. Great job!

There is always something comforting listening to Nicole's podcast. It is one I look forward to on my Thursday commute and always listen to first. From writing prompts to reviews of creative programs to reflections on life it is a great writing and life podcast. I connect with everything Nicole says and appreciate her honest and friendly approach.

Can I really write a review for my own podcast? I accidentally clicked the stars while checking to see if there were any new reviews this week and POW! Another five stars — from me, to me! Can it be? I love doing this podcast! I love the listeners and community surrounding Stop Writing Alone! THANK YOU ALL FOR LISTENING AND HANGING OUT WITH ME EACH THIS WEEK!! iTunes peeps, if this never gets posted, I get it. I really do. I just figured, when the window opened, that I might as well type something.

A lovely listen that is super inviting to the ears and mind. As someone trying to get back onto the writing horse, this podcast has inspired me and also reassured me that there are always ways to connect with other writers. Thanks Nicole!

Nicole is really good at interviewing and pulling out the guest’s story. She also has a calming and relaxing voice. I love listening to this podcast. Keep the episodes coming!

I used to be writing alone and so often I felt stuck or isolated. Not anymore! So excited to be listening with other like minded people 🌟