Savannah Book Festival Recap

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Writer editor Kathleen Kate Goggin in green jacket standing outside in front of Savannah Book Festival logo sign February 2026

Here’s a quick Savannah Book Festival recap from my visit on “free Saturday,” February 7, 2026. What an incredible resource for every type of writer! The venues, the authors, the vibe, provided all I needed. I soaked up their seasoned knowledge and encouragement to improve my craft. Savannah Book Festival Recap I listened to Daniel … Read more

Obligation to Inspiration: How Journaling Can Jump-Start Your Creative Drive

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Florida beach scene at sunrise with black letters that say Don't let age, illness, or fear distract you. Pursue creative joy. Article title Obligation to Inspiration: How Journaling Can Spark Your Creative Side.

Learn how journaling can spark creativity and reconnect you with your inner writer. Practical tips for busy people who want to start writing. View the whole post for details.

Life Lessons on Change and Resilience

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Screenshot of Teresa Lisum with short hair and blue dress who is host of the Evolving Women podcast with Kate Goggin author of the fun career guide 10 Little Rules When Good Jobs Go Bad. The episode title is Life Lessons on Change and Resilience.

I was thrilled to join Teresa Lysum on her Evolving Women podcast. This was for Episode 2 of our conversation about my book, “10 Little Rules When Good Jobs Go Bad.” Titled, Life Lessons on Change and Resilience, we dove into some of my favorite “rules” for navigating change. Read the full post for more details.

Voyage Baltimore Magazine Profile

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Life and Work with Kathleen (Kate) Goggin of Leesburg, VA, Voyage Baltimore online magazine cover text and photo of writer, editor, writing workshop leader Kate Goggin. Brown hair standing outside with green trees in background.

Thank you Voyage Baltimore Magazine (@voyagebaltimore), for the amazing profile article! I am honored and humbled. I hope my key messages in the interview come through loud and clear. Don’t let age, illness, or fear distract you. Pursue creative joy. Let go of the outcome. Bet on yourself. Embrace uncertainty. Read the full post for details.

Writing in Nature Workshop

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Eleven people of various ages and hair color sitting outside on a sunny day at a picnic table as part of a writing in nature workshop.

I enjoy writing in nature. It’s incredibly inspiring whether I’m walking around my neighborhood or hiking in the mountains. So it was an absolute pleasure to discover the (free) Writing in Nature Workshop at Morven Park, in Leesburg, VA! The Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy sponsors and hosts the workshops at its office, located on the grounds of Morven Park. Read the full article for more details.

ClearMark Award Finalist

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Text graphic reads The Center for Plain Language ClearMark Awards Best In Finalist 10 Little Rules When Good Jobs Go Bad

My book, 10 Little Rules When Good Jobs Go Bad, is a ClearMark Award Finalist. The Center for Plain Language sponsors the ClearMark competition. My book is nominated in the “Best in” Awards section. Read the full post for details.