Kate is an author in Austin, Texas. She is an advocate for education through fiction, and works with young writers through various groups in underserved communities. In 2014, Kate received the Young Author of the Year Award from Next Generation Book Awards, and her latest book The Ptolemy Project received a silver medal from the Independent Publisher Awards. Kate loves speaking on the topics of mental health, Queer characters, and addressing deep societal issues through the underpinnings of a story. She is available for speaking opportunities in both foreign and domestic capacities.