katherinejacobs

After college, Katherine found herself working in a corporate marketing firm. Though successful, she often felt disconnected from her true passion. The turning point came after the unexpected loss of her father, which left her questioning the meaning and direction of her life. In her grief, she turned once again to writing—not for work, but for healing. Her personal essays, initially written just for herself, began to resonate deeply with friends and online readers when she started sharing them on a blog.

That blog quickly gained traction, attracting a growing audience inspired by Katherine’s raw honesty and wisdom. Within a year, she had signed her first publishing deal, and her debut book, “The Space Between Moments,” became a bestseller in the self-help and memoir categories. The book chronicled her personal journey of loss, identity, and self-reclamation, earning praise for its compassionate voice and emotional depth.

Since then, Katherine has published three more books and spoken at over 100 events across the country. Her workshops, often centered on the theme “Write Your Truth,” are a blend of creative writing exercises and life coaching, designed to help participants break through emotional barriers and express themselves authentically.

Beyond her writing and public speaking, Katherine is the founder of Words Matter Collective, a mentorship platform for emerging writers, especially women and marginalized voices. Through virtual courses, writing retreats, and one-on-one coaching, she has helped hundreds of individuals turn their stories into books, blogs, and powerful personal statements.

What sets Katherine apart is her ability to meet people where they are—without judgment, without pretense. She believes everyone has a story worth telling, and that the process of writing it down can be as healing as the outcome. “You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be honest,” she often says. That philosophy has earned her a loyal community of readers who see her not just as an author, but as a friend and guide.

Today, Katherine lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband, two rescue dogs, and an ever-growing collection of journals. When she’s not writing or mentoring, she can be found hiking through the Pacific Northwest, sipping lavender tea, or leading meditative journaling sessions for small groups.

Looking ahead, Katherine is working on her fifth book, a hybrid of poetry and memoir exploring the concept of “emotional inheritance”—the beliefs and burdens passed down through generations. She also plans to expand the Words Matter Collective into a publishing imprint, focused on debut voices with powerful messages.

In a world often dominated by noise and distraction, Katherine Jacobs reminds us of the quiet, steady strength that comes from speaking one’s truth. Whether through a heartfelt blog post or a bestselling book, her words continue to echo in the hearts of those who read them—offering courage, clarity, and connection.