In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with Lizzie Cantopher about her recently-released debut book, ‘The Nightingale Who Lost Her Song: An Enchanting Tale of Friendship and Resilience’. The magical creation is for children and adults – the soul song of a woman who grew up being told she was “stupid” at school, before discovering she was dyslexic and forging a remarkable path of strength, adventure and heart. In this Episode: What did Lizzie unbind from in order t...
Jul 02, 2025•23 min•Ep. 198
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with Natalie Farrell about creating the audio version of Light the Way. The inspiring book is a combination of biography and self-help guide. They also delve into The Power of Us, an event Natalie hosts, where sound, story and connection are celebrated. Click the link below for more info and to sign up. In this Episode: What makes Natalie an unbound writer? What made Natalie decide to record an audio version of Light the Way?...
Jun 18, 2025•26 min•Ep. 197
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with Jackie Reeves, an Energy Healer, a Manifestation Coach and a Writer. Join them as they talk about Jackie’s journey to writing her recently-birthed book, ‘Chaos to Calm: How to Reset Your Life and Manifest Your Dreams’. In the book, Jackie shares her personal story, and offers practical tools for midlife women ready to reclaim their identity. In this Episode: What makes Jackie Reeves unbound? How did Jackie get started wi...
Jun 04, 2025•18 min•Ep. 196
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with the Courageous Hearts Collective, a group of five transformational life coaches: Holly McLoughlin, Marna Fujimoto-Pihl, Owen Sea Luckey, Maggie Pierce and Deborah Thornton. Listen in as they talk about their recently birthed collaborative book, ‘Permission Slips for Claiming Our Emotions’ — an invitation to pause, breathe, and try a radically different path, where your emotions are trusted allies rather than obstacles, a...
May 02, 2025•35 min•Ep. 195
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola is solo, talking about five things she learned during the writing process of her latest book, ‘ The Abundant Author Playbook ’, an interactive guide to creating an abundant business around your book. Tune in to hear about everything from timing to simplicity. In this Episode: What was Nicola’s book-birthing journey like? Trusting your book will give you clarity when the time is right Allowing things to be simple Having a bit of distance from y...
Apr 09, 2025•24 min•Ep. 194
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with unbound author Elizabeth Cambanos. Tune in as they talk about Elizabeth’s recently birthed book, ‘The Cyclical Journal: Embrace your cyclical energy to transform your life’. The interactive, self-development hybrid book/journal is “An empowering guide designed to help women reconnect with their natural cycles and live with more ease, balance and intention.” In this Episode: An exciting opportunity for Elizabeth’s authent...
Apr 02, 2025•21 min•Ep. 193
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with inspirational author Lindsey Elms. Listen in as they talk about Lindsey’s recently released book, ‘Guided by Love: A first aid kit for your broken heart’ – an intimate journey from despair to healing, and how to rise from the ashes. In this Episode: What makes Lindsey an unbound writer? Why did Lindsey feel the call to write Guided by Love? How did Lindsey actually start the process? You don't necessarily need a very str...
Mar 19, 2025•22 min•Ep. 192
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with magical author Lisa 'Sunya' Joynes. Join them as they talk about Sunya’s journey and her recently birthed book, ‘The Story of Sunya's Magic Hat: A true and remarkable tale of synchronicity, intuition... and the magic of The Universe’. In this Episode: Transforming from Lisa to Sunya the Shaman It's all about inspiring people to take a step on the path of transformation Divine timing and trusting the process How does the ...
Mar 05, 2025•28 min•Ep. 191
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with Hazel Anderson-Turner about her recently released book, ‘Coaching Through Burnout: A burnout prevention toolkit for busy leaders and their teams’. The practical guide offers an evidence-based approach to navigating chronic workplace stress. As well as being an unbound author, Hazel is a Business Psychologist and Mindset Coach, specialising in resilience and leadership. In this Episode: What makes Hazel an unbound writer?...
Feb 19, 2025•25 min•Ep. 190
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with unbound author Debra Kilby about her newly birthed e-book and meditations, ‘How to Communicate with your Unborn Baby’. Debra is also an Intuitive Energy Healer, Channel and Spirit Baby Medium, helping women conceive, or in loss, find answers and meet their babies. In this Episode: A presence of self and following your own compass Unbinding from programmes that stop you creating time for yourself Creating within your own ...
Jan 15, 2025•30 min•Ep. 189
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with unbound author Natasha Joy Price about her newly released book, The Red Magus, “an enthralling mystical adventure set across time and space, where past and current lives converge”. Natasha is also an Energy Therapist, Guide and Teacher, with over 20 years of experience. In this Episode: How did Natasha first get the idea to write The Red Magus? Writing about approaches, therapies and modalities, in the form of a story Fi...
Dec 18, 2024•21 min
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with unbound author Lorraine Pannetier about her newly released book, Raising Wild Birds. It’s out now – “an experiential guide in learning to live from a place of love, not fear”. It’s an “invitation to look inward – reflect on the patterns in your life, reconnect to your inner child, and learn to live from a place of pure, unconditional love”. In this Episode: Finding your own way and style Did Lorraine have any beliefs or ...
Dec 06, 2024•29 min•Ep. 187
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with unbound author Lisa Melbourne about her second book, Initiation Of A Goddess: Reclaim the Magic and Power of Your Inner Goddess! It’s out now, and will take you on a journey of self-discovery, diving into the five ‘Pillars Of Goddess’: truth, accept, heal, love and freedom. Lisa’s an astrologer, coach and healer. Her first best-selling book, Natural Magic for the Modern Goddess , was released in 2021. In this Episode: Wh...
Nov 08, 2024•24 min•Ep. 186
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with unbound author Hilary Salzman about the birth of her book, The Roar of Her Story: How to tell everyday stories to attract your dream clients and build a business that's unapologetically you. “As I read the manuscript, there were so many light bulb moments,” says Nicola. In this Episode: Who is Hilary’s book for? Everyone has a voice; it's about drawing it out Finding your voice isn't just about writing really good conten...
Nov 01, 2024•23 min
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola talks about the Emotional Cycle of Change, a model put forward by psychologists Don Kelley and Daryl Conner. She realised it reflects what writers experience as they go through the book creation process. There are five stages – uninformed optimism, informed pessimism, the valley of despair, informed optimism, and success and fulfilment. Tune in to hear about each of them. In this Episode: Excitement, reality check, the void, things coming toge...
Sep 11, 2024•17 min•Ep. 184
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola chats to unbound author Michelle Minnikin about recording the audio version of ‘Good Girl Deprogramming: Unleash The Rebel Within’ – her transformational book that offers “a fresh perspective on the pervasive effects of coercive control on women's lives and provides practical strategies for reclaiming your agency, discovering your true self, and embracing your 'bad' side’”. Click here to listen to a previous episode featuring Michelle. In this...
Sep 04, 2024•19 min•Ep. 183
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with author Amy Babiarz, delving into questions like what makes Amy an unbound writer, what are her fears and doubts, and what’s next. Tune in for Amy’s juicy answers. And click here and here to listen to previous episodes featuring Amy. In this Episode: Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable in the name of continual growth Digging deeper into Amy’s main character, Jace Talking about real issues in a way that isn’t mini...
Aug 28, 2024•22 min•Ep. 182
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola delves into the most powerful ingredient you can use when writing your book. There’s obviously you: your story, unique experience, and the journey that brought you to this point. But what’s Nicola’s ultimate magic sauce? Allowing yourself to create in community. In this Episode: You don’t have to retreat from the world to write your book Creating in community offers accountability and sparks inspiration How can you invite in the energy of comm...
Aug 21, 2024•7 min•Ep. 181
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola talks about committing to writing regularly. A dedicated practice isn’t about reaching a set amount of time or proving anything – it’s about showing up for your book. In this Episode: The idea of being consistent Creating a devotional writing practice Writing in alignment with your cyclical nature Acknowledging that you can ebb and flow and create consistently It's not about showing up every day in the same way We’re influenced by so many cycl...
Aug 14, 2024•9 min•Ep. 180
In this episode of the refreshed Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola talks about a simple and powerful way to get started with writing your book. If you’re keen to find out what it is, tune in. In this Episode: The book you’re writing has an energy and a personality of its own You get to co-create with your book The work of Hiro Boga and Elizabeth Gilbert Connecting with the energy of the book you feel called to write Asking your book questions: what do you want me to express and focus on? Links Menti...
Aug 07, 2024•8 min•Ep. 179
In this episode of the revamped Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola talks about the underlying principle of unbound writing: allowing the book creation journey to be one of transformation. The unbound approach isn’t the most straightforward way to write your book, but it is the most potent. In this Episode: How does unbound writing apply specifically to your book-birthing journey? Experiencing healing as you write your book Being willing to experience transformation in your life and work Starting your...
Aug 07, 2024•9 min•Ep. 178
Earlier this year, the Unbound Writer’s Club podcast took a break and reset the energy. It's important to do that with our creations, whether it’s an offer, a blog, a podcast… With that in mind, Nicola thought about what she wants you to experience from the podcast – as you’re listening and afterwards, too. What came through? Listen in to find out. In this Episode: Resetting the podcast: keeping it short and sweet Getting into momentum with writing, because your book is needed Stepping most full...
Aug 07, 2024•5 min•Ep. 177
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola shares insights from seeing the amazing Elizabeth Gilbert speak recently. Elizabeth has written many books, including Eat, Pray, Love, and Big Magic. The latter coached Nicola through writing her first book, Heal Your Inner Good Girl. In this Episode: What did Elizabeth Gilbert’s wisdom spark in Nicola? Elizabeth’s struggle with finding time to write Focusing on and prioritising the things that are important to you Being bombarded with informa...
May 01, 2024•23 min•Ep. 176
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola concludes her mini-series about becoming an author who’s abundant in all ways. This time around, she talks about collaboration and connection – a key piece. All the areas Nicola explores (and more) are part of her new membership, the Abundant Author Academy (link below for more info and to join). Nicola’s next book, The Abundant Author, is due out in October. In this Episode: Focusing on collaborative opportunities as well as creating financia...
Apr 24, 2024•23 min•Ep. 175
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola continues her mini-series about becoming a writer who’s abundant in all ways. This time around, she explores how to create a compelling offer that helps you connect more deeply with your community, amplifies the message of your book, and provides a channel for financial abundance. Nicola’s next book, The Abundant Author, is due out in October. In this Episode: Info about our new membership: the Abundant Author Academy (link below) Getting more...
Apr 17, 2024•20 min•Ep. 174
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola continues her mini-series about being a writer who is truly abundant in all ways. This time around, she dives into how to be more visible with your work and message – something that sends many people into a tailspin. Nicola’s next book, The Abundant Author, is due out in October. In this Episode: Activating abundance through your writing and amplifying your magic Recognising that visibility is about so much more than being seen Issues that bub...
Apr 10, 2024•25 min•Ep. 173
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola continues her “Abundant Author” mini-series – what it means to be a writer who is truly abundant in all ways. This time around, Nicola focuses on the first layer of the process – embodiment and intention. Her next book, The Abundant Author, is due out in October. In this Episode: Abundant Author Activation – free online course starting on April 8th (link below) Being the transformational author you are in the most abundant way The different la...
Apr 03, 2024•26 min•Ep. 172
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola begins a mini-series where she dives into the “Abundant Author” – what it means to be a writer who is truly abundant in all the ways, and why it’s a critical piece of the puzzle. Nicola invites you to see the bigger picture and recognise that book sales are the very tip of the iceberg. Her next book, The Abundant Author, is due out in October. In this Episode: Creating and running a business in an unbound way Your book is just the beginning Ev...
Mar 27, 2024•18 min•Ep. 171
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola talks about her own writing process – specifically, completing the manuscript for her next book, The Abundant Author, that’s due out in October. With her first draft complete, Nicola takes you behind the scenes, sharing the sort of things that bubble up at different stages of the journey. Hearing from someone who’s further along provides inspiration, but also highlights challenges that can come up. In this Episode: You’re not alone in your boo...
Mar 20, 2024•18 min•Ep. 170
In this episode of the Unbound Writer’s Club, Nicola’s in conversation with magical human Ceryn Rowntree, talking about her recently announced course, Rekindling Your Story . Join us as we dive into what to expect from the transformational 10-week programme. In this Episode: Writing because it ignites something in you The courage Ceryn had as a child and young woman to just write The world does such a good job of binding our writing and us Marrying feminism and Goddess mythology Looking at stori...
Mar 13, 2024•32 min•Ep. 169
