“Try not to worry other people think and get your work out there as much as possible.” – Nicole Haldoupis   Today’s featured author is editor, designer, illustrator, and rug hooker, Nicole Haldoupis. Nicole and I talk about her first book, why she flipped from magazine editor to book writer, and more!   Key Thing’s You’ll Learn: What rug hooking is and why it’s one of her hobbies. Why she switched from editing to writing. Why flash fiction is one of her favorite genres to write in. Her advice for those that aspire to write their own book.   Nicole’s Site: http://nicolehaldoupis.ca/ Nicole’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Tiny-Ruins-Nicole-Haldoupis/dp/1989274382/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&qid=1616375124&refinements=p_27%3ANicole+Haldoupis&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Nicole+Haldoupis   The opening track of this episode is titled “Violet” by MadXRuler. Click the following link to hear the full track and support the artist.  https://madxruler.bandcamp.com/track/violet   You May Also Like…   279 – “Peak Performance Ghostwriting” with Kathrin Hutson (@ExquisitelyDark): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/279-peak-performance-ghostwriting-with-kathrin-hutson-exquisitelydark/   262 – “Live Inspired” with Laura Staley (@laura_cherish): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/262-live-inspired-with-laura-staley-laura_cherish/   149 - "May I Only Leave Rose Petals" with J.S. Drake: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/149-may-i-only-leave-rose-petals-with-js-drake/   93 - "Stories of Elders" with Veronica Kirin (@vmkirin): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/93-stories-of-elders-with-veronica-kirin-vmkirin/   77 - "Empathic Sensitivity" with Dr. Janice Carlin: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/77-empathic-sensitivity-with-dr-janice-carlin/