I write books.
My stories circle around the medicinal potency of rosy cheeks, the ocean of the North Atlantic, and the grit of seafaring people.
I spend lots of time outside on the south shore of Nova Scotia, Canada—skiing, mountain biking, hiking, or wandering with a big old camera. Before turning to novels, I wrote children's books and an award-winning memoir called Notes for the Everlost: A Field Guide to Grief.
My sixth book and debut novel, The Good Salt Girl (Fall 2026), is a literary coming-of-age story about dead ends and forgotten houses, lupin season, running away, sleeping on the beach, road trips, regret, and love.
I’ll come to book clubs, classrooms, retreats, and public spaces to light sparks and talk about creativity and resilience. I like empty pages, digging in the dirt, the cold, dark chocolate, old houses, and readers.
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Speaking + workshops
I’ve done readings and workshops from kindergarten to high school for festivals, libraries, and schools from Calgary to the Inuit outport of Makkovik, Labrador.
“A MUST-SEE! Kate captivated us all, masterfully combining humour and storytelling. A dynamic speaker, Kate has a natural ability to really connect with the kids. We can't wait to have her back again!" —Erin O'Prey, Halifax Regional School Board
“Kate's generosity of spirit is a must-have for any festival! Her wonderful energy and enthusiasm will delight anyone lucky enough to work with her. A once-in-a-lifetime, magical, life-affirming experience." —Faith Seltzer, MASC Young Authors Conference
“Kate inspired the kids to use their imaginations and share their stories. Her workshops were lively and interactive. She was so motivational!" —Fiona Andersen, Labrador Creative Arts Festival
As a writer and photographer, Instagram is where I hang out most. Find me there.
