No More Mediocre: The Book That’s Changing How We Talk About Relationships, Labor, and Love
At Fresh Starts, we believe in rebuilding with intention—whether it’s your home, your heart, or your entire life. That’s why we’re thrilled to share one of the most important reads of the year: No More Mediocre, the powerful new book from educator, advocate, and our longtime friend Laura Danger (aka @thatdarnchat).
This isn’t just a book. It’s a movement.
Written with warmth, clarity, and years of lived experience, No More Mediocre tackles the invisible weight so many of us carry behind closed doors—emotional labor, domestic inequity, and the deep-rooted myths that keep us stuck in cycles of burnout, resentment, and silence.
If you’ve ever:
Felt like the default parent, partner, planner, or peacemaker
Been called a "nag" when you were really just asking for support
Wondered how you ended up doing it all—and still feeling like it's not enough
Needed words for the subtle ways your needs have been ignored or dismissed
…this book is for you.
Why You Should Pre-Order No More Mediocre Right Now
Laura Danger doesn’t just name the problem—she gives us the tools to face it. Each chapter of No More Mediocre blends personal stories, cultural context, and five actionable steps to help you move from survival mode to sovereignty.
She covers everything from sitcom tropes and “helpful dad” narratives to real-life scripts for conversations with your partner, roommate, or even your parents. And yes—she talks about towel folding. Because it’s never just about the towels.
This book is a wake-up call, a mirror, and a flashlight—all in one. Whether you’re in a marriage that feels lopsided, healing from a relationship that demanded too much, or raising kids in a world still whispering that domestic labor doesn’t count, Laura’s words will remind you: you’re not alone, and you’re not asking for too much.
Who Is This Book For?
No More Mediocre is for:
Anyone in a romantic partnership
Anyone cohabitating and juggling responsibilities
Single parents navigating invisible labor on their own
Divorcees rethinking what partnership could look like
Those preparing for marriage and wanting to do it differently
People who love someone—and want to support them better
It’s not just for women. It’s not just for married people. It’s not just for couples. It’s for everyone ready to challenge what we’ve been taught about home, care, equity, and love.
How to Get Your Copy
Pre-orders are available now at www.lauradanger.com and No More Mediocre officially releases on January 6, 2026. Bonus: If you pre-order, you’ll get exclusive access to a downloadable High-Impact Tasks Workbook—a resource to help you start the conversations today.
Signed copies are available through Women & Children First bookstore, and every pre-order supports independent authors and the future of care-focused, equity-centered conversations.
Here’s the truth: we don’t need more productivity hacks. We need to feel seen. We need to feel supported. We need to feel like we’re not the only ones who are exhausted by folding the towels "right."
No More Mediocre isn’t here to fix your life overnight. It’s here to help you ask better questions, build a better baseline, and imagine what’s possible when you stop settling for survival and start reaching for more.
We’re proud to stand behind this book, this work, and this message.
Because you deserve better. And better starts now.