What got you here won’t get you there. But this might.
When Lori came to me about her novel Under Caution, she already had two books under her belt—a business book and a children’s book.
But fiction? That was the genre she couldn’t crack.
She had started several novels, but none made it to the finish line. Her inner critic was relentless, and she admitted she was her own worst enemy. She wanted to complete a novel by her milestone birthday—but had no idea how to get out of her own way.
That’s where I came in.
We created a plan. We built momentum. We worked together page by page.
And not only did Lori finish her novel within months—Under Caution is now published and receiving glowing reviews.
“Bold, magnetic, and an unforgettable thrill…”
“A thrilling debut…high-octane.”
“It doesn’t just ask you to read—it dares you to feel.”
Lori is proof that success in one area doesn’t always translate into another. There’s a saying I turn to often:
“What got you here, won’t get you there.”
It’s what I remind myself whenever I plateau in my own work. When I want to grow into a new level, I turn to the people who can help me stretch: mentors, coaches, trusted collaborators.
That’s what Lori did, too.
She had the vision.
She had the drive.
She just needed the right kind of support to bring her book across the finish line.
So let me ask you:
Where are you stuck right now?
What story, project, or idea keeps calling to you—but never quite makes it past the starting line?
And who could help you finally get there?
Cat
How Lori did it
Here’s what made the difference for Lori—and what could work for you, too:
Support with soul: Knowing I had her back helped Lori release her inner critic and write with more confidence.
Real-time feedback: Our regular check-ins gave her momentum. And the conversations we had opened up new creative doors.
A finish line she could see: A clear timeline and a team ready to bring her book to life made it real. We were all invested in Lori’s success—just like she was.
Whether you’re writing your first book or starting your next big thing, those three elements—mentorship, feedback, and accountability—are what will move you from stuck to published.
PS: If you want to be holding your book by this time next year, now is the moment.
I’ll be scaling back for summer, but I have a few spots open before the season begins.
👉 Book your discovery call here
Let’s make this the summer you stop thinking about your book—and start writing it.
“Working with Cat Margulis as my book editor and coach for Under Caution has been an excellent experience. Her insightful guidance and expert editorial skills brought clarity and depth to my manuscript in ways I never imagined. Cat’s ability to ask the right questions helped enhance my writing as well as motivated me to consider different perspectives. She is both a fierce advocate for your voice and a master of structure and storytelling. I’m incredibly grateful for her partnership and highly recommend her to any writer ready to take their work to the next level!”
– Lori Zoss, Under Caution