about kat.
kat. is a contemporary poet and author based near Chicago, whose work explores memory, transformation, spirituality, and the quiet spaces between grief and healing. Her poetry is known for its emotionally intimate voice and mystic undertones. She is the author of a language only the earth remembers., the haunting, ethereal debut poetry collection that explores the tender edge between the divine and the earthly, personal healing and transformation. The collection recently reached Amazon’s Top 100 in motivational and inspirational poetry categories and has continued finding readers both throughout the United States and internationally.
kat.'s work is rooted in the belief that poetry can act as both ritual and remembrance.
Through independent bookstore placements, community readings, and literary events throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, she continues building a grassroots literary presence within Chicago’s creative community. She connects directly with readers through intimate readings and discussions centered around creativity, healing, and the shared human experience.
Written in sparse freeform verse and signature lowercase style, kat.’s work often blends themes of mythology, nature, longing, and spiritual reflection, with literary influences including Rainer Maria Rilke and Mary Oliver. She participates in literary events throughout Chicago’s underground poetry scene and creative community, including the 2026 Printers Row Lit Fest.