Hi, I’m Cate Conte — but you might also know me as Liz Mugavero.
One name, two personalities, three mystery series (so far)!
Whether you came here as a reader looking for your next favorite mystery or as a writer looking for guidance, I’m so glad you’re here.
I love to think of stories as spells. They take us to new worlds, introduce us to new friends and remind us we’re not alone. I can’t wait to share mine with you—or help you write yours.
…you’re in the right place.
From gourmet pet food to cat cafes to the witchy adventures of Violet Mooney, my stories are full of quirky characters, tangled secrets and small-town drama with a twist. Think of them as cozy escapes with just enough edge to keep you up past your bedtime.
If visions of your own mystery (and a few fictional dead bodies) keep rattling around in your head… you’re in the right place.
When I’m not plotting my own murders on the page, I’m helping other writers chase down theirs. I know what it feels like to have a story that won’t let you go—and I also know what it’s like to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or convinced you’ll never finish. That’s why I created my coaching programs, workshops, and The Creativity Lab: spaces where writing feels exciting (instead of impossible), and where you finally finish the book that’s been haunting you.
Pull up a chair, grab your favorite drink, and let’s talk writing.
On the Get Writing Podcast, I spill the behind-the-scenes secrets of author life, share real stories from my own journey, and chat with writers about creativity, persistence, and the magic (and mess) of getting words on the page.
Whether you’re a reader who loves a peek behind the curtain or a writer looking for that spark of inspiration, you’ll feel right at home here.
Join me on Substack!
Whether you’re writing stories or devouring them, Get Writing is your invitation to dive deeper into the creative life. We talk books, writing, coffee, and pets — and you’ll get a front-row seat to the new projects I’m working on before anyone else.