Writing to Give Back
Katherine Mercurio Gotthardt, M.Ed., seeks to support community initiatives and non-profits while promoting writing as an art. From her D.C. metro home, she pens award-winning poems, articles, flash fiction and books published independently and traditionally. Read more about this prolific author and her work.
Support Community Giving
An avid volunteer and believer in giving back, Katherine Gotthardt uses proceeds from her book sales and creative workshops to support nonprofits and community giving initiatives. Sponsors and partners are also encouraged to participate. There are many ways to sponsor and/or partner. Business owners, consider carrying Katherine's books on consignment. Reach out for details: poet @ katherinegotthardt.com
The Latest
News Corner
Coming Soon! The World Has Changed from When I Last Was Here - Collected, new poems on dealing with loss and finding peace
Awards - Katherine's poem "Sometimes, this is all I need" placed in the top 10 in the competitive and popular international contest sponsored by Poetry Super Highway. Judged by a panel of professional poets, Katherine's poem earned 6th place. The poem will be included in Katherine's forthcoming book, The World Has Changed from When I Last Was Here. We All Might Be Witches has been nominated for a 2024 BookFest award.
Projects and Events
November 2024 - Book launch for The World Has Changed from When I Last Was Here is forthcoming. Pre-orders will be available starting November 1, 2024.
Write In Louisa launched - The Louisa Arts Center has backed Katherine's idea for a new writers group serving Louisa County, Virginia, and beyond. Write In Louisa launches November 6, 2024. Register now, and Follow Write In Louisa on Facebook.