Spoiler: You don’t need to be a “better” writer
What is it about my books that gets reviews like this?
“Remarkable”
“Highly relatable and cathartic”
“Will have your emotions in turmoil”
These are just some of the things people have said about my book, Again, Only More Like You, which released just over a month ago.
But it’s not just me:
My author-client Jennifer Schweers just launched her book Me, Myself & IVF and mega influencers have said of it:
"A refreshingly honest and heartfelt guide for anyone navigating fertility, egg freezing, or IVF. Jenni's story is empowering, relatable, and filled with the kind of wisdom that only comes from lived experience. A must-read." — Dr. Aimee, The Egg Whisperer
Lori Zoss’ adventure-romance Under Caution is also launching as we speak, and has been hailed as a “debut rich with emotional velocity and lyrical force. Under Caution is bold, magnetic, and unforgettable.”
If you want to write a book that really MOVES people, and that gets reviews and endorsements like Jennifer and Lori received, you have to go beyond just what you know. You need to write past cookie cutter outline templates and the get-rich-quick promises of those selling you on how to write a book overnight. (And it doesn’t have to take forever—my authors have written their books in as little as 45 days.)
Whatever story you’re writing, whatever business you’re growing, whatever movement you’re igniting—it’s going to take one helluva story.
Cat
PS: If you want to write a book that gets rave reviews like these, book a discovery call with me here.
Question of the week: How do I know which stories to share, and which to leave out?
My aunt – confused about the boundaries between how much of my book is based on real life, and how much is made up – asked why I didn’t include more about my mom in my book.
My mom’s answer: “Because it’s not about me!”
My mom isn’t a writer (though she could be!), but that was a whole lotta writing wisdom she just dropped.
Ultimately, if you want to write a book that really speaks to your audience, it can’t be about you. It gets to be about them. And that means ruthlessly cutting away anything that doesn’t provide value to the reader, or move the plot forward.
When you’re deciding what to keep and what to cut, you can ask yourself:
-Does it move the plot or character arch forward?
-What’s in it for the reader?
And let the answer speak for itself.
The rest of the year is going to fly by. If you want to be holding your book next year, now’s the time to start. Book a strategy call and let’s map the plan together.
👉 Click here to book your discovery call.
“I have to admit, when I first submitted my original draft to Cat, I wasn’t all that excited because I knew there was still more work to be done. What I didn’t realize at the time was just how much work! These past few months, I’ve poured everything I have into this manuscript, and I can finally, finally say I’m proud of what’s there.
Thank you, Cat, for everything—your patience, intuition, and invaluable guidance have made this book so much better. I’m incredibly grateful, and proud of what we’ve built together!”
– Jenni Schweers, Me, Myself & IVF