Kathryn Johnson

Kathryn Johnson is a prolific author with extensive experience in the publishing industry, currently writing for Diversion Books and HarperCollins Publishers since 2009. In addition to their authorial work, Kathryn serves as a guest speaker at the Smithsonian Institution, where insights are shared to encourage writers during National Novel Writing Month. As the owner of Write by You and a writing mentor, Kathryn coaches both new and experienced writers on publishing trends and techniques. Kathryn also teaches popular writing courses at The Writer's Center in Bethesda, Maryland, including a course focused on completing a novel draft in eight weeks. With a degree in History/English from the University of Connecticut, Kathryn's literary contributions span various fiction genres, including their notable novels and the Victorian thriller series under the pen name Mary Hart Perry.