COMING UP: Clarify Your Writing Goals for 2026

 

your book. your way. your timeline.

Welcome to Kate Meadows Writing & Editing

We help you build your story, bring your ideas to life, and reach more people. 

Book a discovery call, and let’s talk about your creative vision – for your work, for your company, for your brand – and identify specific steps for how to achieve that vision.

Services Offered

Ghostwriting

Helping individuals and entrepreneurs who do not think of themselves as writers craft inspirational and legacy-based memoirs, from idea to finished product

Hiring a memoir ghostwriter is one of the most effective ways to preserve your story with clarity and emotion. We offer ghostwriter memoir services for individuals who want to share their life experiences but need support shaping them into a compelling narrative. Our approach to memoir writing is collaborative and personalized, ensuring your voice, memories, and tone remain authentic throughout the process. We take the time to understand your milestones, challenges, and defining moments, then craft them into a meaningful and engaging book that reflects your journey. With a guided process from start to finish, we help you create a beautifully written memoir that captures your life and legacy in a way that feels true to who you are and what you want to share.

Editing & Publishing

Offering a variety of editing services to fit your needs and your budget, including consults to walk you through publishing options and help you understand the process, from start to finish

Our editing and publishing services help authors refine their manuscripts and prepare them for a professional release. We specialize in developmental editing that strengthens your structure, flow, and storytelling while keeping your voice authentic. Based in Rapid City SD, we work closely with writers who want clear, expert guidance throughout the revision and publishing process. We provide in depth editorial support that helps you expand your ideas, improve clarity, and enhance the overall impact of your manuscript. We also assist with formatting, proofreading, and navigating publishing options so you can move confidently toward your next steps. Our editing and publishing services guide you from manuscript to completed book with a streamlined, supportive process. We are here to help you create a compelling, professional final product.

Coaching Programs

Customized one-on-one coaching packages and group coaching cohorts that help you get clear on a work-in-progress and move your writing project forward

Our writing coach services help you gain clarity, structure, and momentum as you develop your story from start to finish. As a professional writing coach based in Rapid City SD, Kate Meadows provides personalized guidance for authors who want expert support while maintaining full creative control of their work. Whether you’re outlining your first draft or revising your manuscript, hiring a writing coach gives you actionable feedback, accountability, and a clear plan to move forward. We help you shape your ideas, strengthen your voice, and build a compelling narrative that resonates with readers. With flexible coaching sessions and proven techniques, our programs make the writing process easier and more effective. If you’re ready to elevate your project with dedicated writing coach services, Kate Meadows Writing & Editing is here to support your success.

Speaking

Craft talks, writing conferences, webinars, special events for writing groups and writing retreats

Kate Meadows Writing & Editing provides dynamic speaking services that support writers through a wide range of topics and creative needs. Based in Rapid City SD, Kate leads webinars, workshops, and special sessions that offer practical insight, encouragement, and guidance for writers at all stages. Each event is designed to be approachable and informative, creating an environment where participants feel supported as they build skills and deepen their understanding of the writing process. With an engaging style and a focus on delivering meaningful value, Kate helps writers explore new ideas, gain clarity in their work, and move forward with confidence. These speaking services are ideal for anyone looking to grow in their writing journey through thoughtful and inspiring instruction.

FREE

Writing Opportunities

Write-Ins

Free Write-Ins take place on Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m.-noon MT (12:30-2 p.m. ET). Join us on Zoom for quiet writing time and keep showing up for added structure and accountability around your writing. Sign up to receive email reminders of upcoming Write-Ins, along with the Zoom link!

Submit It!

Submit It!, a free monthly online writing meetup, gives writers the space and opportunity to learn about submitting work to literary magazines and publishers, draft query letters and submit their work. “Submit It!” sessions happen on the first Friday of the month, from 1:00-2:15 p.m. MT (3-4:15 p.m. ET). Sign up to receive monthly email reminders with upcoming dates, along with the Zoom link!

News & Musings

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Contact Kate

How can we help you bring your idea or your brand to life through story?

I offer free 20-minute discovery calls where we talk about your writing project and how Kate Meadows Writing & Editing can help you move that project to the next level. Schedule your free call today!