A Writer’s Journey with Nicole Trilivas
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About this Show
But romanticism aside… what about the actual job? Pitching. Editors. Writing. Technique. Resources. Packing. Cliches. What does a life in Travel writing really look like, what does it feel like? U.S.-born and London-based knows the answers to those questions because she's lived them. Still is. A luxury travel specialist, novelist and freelance writer, her byline has graced almost every single English language publication including Afar, The New York Times, Conde Nast, National Geographic and Architectural Digest.
And she wants to share all she's learned about the craft and business of travel writing with you. Join Cerca's Neil Innes (Passport, The Cerca Guide to Barcelona) for a series of conversations about everything from where to look for inspiration, to how to get your first gig, to why Nicole thinks this is hands-down the best job in the world.
Ready to take the next step on your journey?
Keep in touch with Nicole and her writing here: https://nicoletrilivas.com/
Credits
Episodes
A Writer’s Journey: It’s All About the Passion
Nicole talks about following your passion, even when it feels like things aren’t going your way.
A Writer’s Journey: Inspiration
Neil and Nicole discuss writers, movies, music, and what piques Nicole’s travel writing brain.
A Writer’s Journey: Etiquette, Editors, and PR Companies
Nicole shares strategies on how to climb the publication ladder, work with PR companies, and stand out in a pitch.
A Writer’s Journey: The Travel Writing Community
Nicole opens up about the travel writing community and how valuable it can be. She shares tips for landing top contacts, networking, and timing your pitch for success.
A Writer’s Journey: The Writer’s Perspective
Nicole talks about the balance between your own perspective and voice and the established style of the publication you're writing for.
A Writer’s Journey: Travel Writing as a Way of Life
Nicole pulls back the curtain on the travel writing lifestyle.
A Writer’s Journey: How to Get Paid to Write
Nicole shares three financial factors that help keep her career on track and how to get paid for your writing?
A Writer’s Journey: All About Writing
In this pure writer's episode Nicole shares her best tips and tricks for writing for the senses and the joy of reading about places you know.
A Writer’s Journey: Finding Your Sources
Nicole talks about sources and talking to real locals for the best insights and stories.
A Writer’s Journey: How, When, and What to Pitch
Nicole shares her guide to pitching stories—finding them, approaching editors, dealing with PR agencies, and living in the luxury travel world.
A Writer’s Journey: Origins, Wanderlust, and First Assignments
Travel writing has to be one of the most sought-after jobs on the planet. The romance of wandering the world, jotting down thoughts in a Moleskine, and getting paid for it.
Trailer: Introducing a Writer’s Journey with Nicole Trilivas
A series of conversations about travel writing with Nicole Trilivas.
