What happens when a story reaches the right person
A few months ago, I received the most delightful thing – fan mail, from a reader.
She thanked me for writing my book, in which she could see her own story. It was so cool to see this book travel through time and space to reach a perfect stranger, and how a story like this could resonate across generations.
She’s not the only one.
Every once in a while, I receive a note from a reader that stops me in my tracks.
Someone tells me they felt less alone.
That my book helped them see their own story differently.
Those messages are why I write.
Not because books change lives overnight – but because they meet people in moments of doubt, transition, courage, and becoming.
That’s what I want my own writing to do.
And it’s what I care most about when I help steward other people’s books into the world.
A book isn’t just a product or a milestone.
It’s an act of love and connection.
It says: I’ve been here too.
Or: You’re not imagining this.
Or sometimes simply: You’re allowed to want more.
That’s the standard I hold – for my work, and for the authors I partner with.
Because when a book is made with care, intention, and respect for the reader, it doesn’t just exist.
It lives on, in the hearts of others.
Cat
Last Call for My June Draft Writing Cohort
I wanted to share one last note as I’m closing the door on the June Draft writing cohort this week.
If writing has been on your mind – and you’ve been wanting more clarity, momentum, and support around what you’re working on – this is the moment to reach out.
This cohort is designed to help writers:
get clear on what they’re writing
stop second-guessing every page
and actually enjoy the process again
It’s a small, guided group, and there are just a couple of spots left.
As a reminder, anyone joining this group also receives:
access to my book clarity modules, and
a 1-hour private consultation with me to map out your book and next steps
(included as added support for this cohort).
If you’re curious or have been on the fence, just message me and let me know.
And if a quick 15-minute fit call would be helpful, I’m happy to do that this week as well.