Katherine May

Katherine May is a British author, journalist, and podcaster based in Whitstable, England. She is best known for Wintering: How I Learned to Flourish When Life Became Frozen, which became an international bestseller and resonated widely for its compassionate exploration of hardship and renewal. In addition to her memoirs, May has written novels, edited anthologies, and contributed essays to major publications. Her work frequently explores themes of mental health, personal transformation, nature, and seasonal living. She also hosts The Wintering Sessions podcast, where she continues conversations about resilience, creativity, and surviving life’s quieter seasons.