“This is how the writing process begins: with charged moments in which we intuit deeper emotional and universal truths, even if we don’t understand these moments entirely.”

“Have an uncomfortable mind; be strange. Be disturbed: by what is happening on the planet, and to it; by the cruelty and stupidity humanity is capable of; by the unbearable beauty of certain music, and the mysteries and failures of love, and the brief, confusing, exhilarating hour of your own life.”

“Kate creates a safe, thoughtful, and structured (yet flexible) space in the zoom room. For those who have never taken a creative writing class before but are curious, this is for you. For those who are looking for a space to write into a story that is asking to come out, this is for you. I’m blown away that she has something authentic and specific to say after each person shares. Her classes are full of examples of amazing published lyrical essays and she has great prompts to get you into the writing mode. This class has helped me piece together stories that have sat on my memory archive shelf for years, allowing me to make sense of my own life journey. For that I am endlessly grateful. ”

“Taking Kate’s writing class was a profound gift to my writing life. It was a rare combination of practical, fun, and creatively invigorating. Kate’s curation of readings, prompts and writing assignments shook loose the rigid grip I had on my own creativity and helped me actually listen to my strange and winding writing process. Kate knows her shit and also makes you feel like an equal. She is a generous, sensitive, whip-smart teacher. I can’t wait to share space with Kate and her inspiring students again.”

“Kate’s writing class lays the groundwork with carefully curated readings, prompts, and exercises that inspire enchantment and attunement with oneself and the world. Before taking Kate’s class I didn’t know how enriching and expanding the right community could be for my writing. It felt like a door getting unstuck. I have started to see the possibilities of what my writing could be. Kate is a most generous, compassionate, and intuitive teacher, getting to know her students individually to encourage and challenge each in the most supportive way. I learned so much about my style and what I bring to the page in a way that felt broadening.”

“I’ve always secretly wanted to write but felt terrified to put myself out there. Kate led our classes with grace and patience, striking a rare balance that ensures you feel taken seriously, but also very safe. Never judged. Kate brings honesty, wonderful insight, and a calm levity to all sessions. She also provides beautiful example texts to help inspire and guide. Kate’s class was the perfect place for me to get my feet wet in starting to share my writing. I will definitely carry everything I learned and thought about in her class with me.”