The secret to writing well

When I was revising my book, “again only more like you” was the edit note that I pasted into every chapter as a reminder of what I was doing here.

That each revision wasn’t about getting the book to sound better—for me anyway, that’s the easy part.

Rather each revision was about: How can I be more honest and truthful, even in a work of fiction?

Something I tell all my writers and workshop audiences is, “Good writing just sounds like you.”

As with life, the more practiced we get at authenticity, the better at it we become— as writers, as people, and even in our businesses.

Each of us is gifted with a unique perspective and life experiences. We each have a message to share, our life song if you will, and the more you lean into what is distinctly you the more original, innovative and successful you will be with it.

The natural by-product is attracting the exact people you are meant to serve and create for.

Authenticity is your super power. You are your own special sauce.

So feel free to make “again only more like you” your own revision reminder— whether that’s a book you’re working on, or your life’s next chapter.

Being perfect is not the point. Being honest is.

Cat xo