About Nicole

Nicole Blades is a dynamic novelist, speaker, journalist, and seasoned content creator, bringing stories to life across various platforms. Her professional journey includes senior editor roles at ESPN and Women’s Health, sharpening her expertise in delivering compelling narratives.

As a freelance journalist, Nicole has contributed insightful cover stories and features to publications including The New York Times, Runner’s World, Women's Health, and MarieClaire.com. Her voice resonates with a wide audience, offering a blend of depth and relatability that engages readers on multiple levels.

Nicole's novels HAVE YOU MET NORA?, THE THUNDER BENEATH US, and EARTH'S WATERS are available wherever books are sold. Her storytelling explores complex themes of identity, family, relationships, and belonging. Her novels often focus on the façade and filters people put on to face the world.

Beyond her writing, Nicole is a sought-after presenter and keynote speaker, known for her compelling talks at numerous high-profile conferences. These include the Massachusetts Conference for Women, The Muse & the Marketplace, Mom 2.0 Summit, Well-Read Black Girl Festival, Writer’s Digest Conference, the Women’s Fiction Writers Association Retreat, and the Surrey International Writers’ Conference.

Nicole Blades is a storyteller at heart, committed to exploring the human condition and enriching the literary world with her unique voice and perspective. Whether through the pages of a book, from behind a podium, or on your screen, she continues to inspire and influence across the globe.

Nicole lives in New England with her husband and their son. You may find her on social media at: TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.