Who we are

Pages Against the Patriarchy was founded by Portland, Oregon authors whose work centers around fantasy novels featuring women who defy expectations and reject forced stereotypes. Their commitment to women-led storytelling inspired the creation of this platform—a space where authors can share their voices, passions, and pages with anyone who has access to the internet.

Our mission is simple: community over cost.
In a world where access is too often reserved for those who can afford it, Pages Against the Patriarchy exists to break that barrier. This is a completely free event, built on the belief that powerful stories should be heard—not hidden behind a paywall.

Pages Against the Patriarchy is a community-centered organization dedicated to empowering young girls through writing, storytelling, and self-expression. We provide free writing and editing services to help girls develop their voices, build confidence, and share their ideas with the world.

Our mission is rooted in accessibility, creativity, and community. Whether it’s helping with essays, creative projects, personal statements, or poetry, we believe every young girl deserves support, encouragement, and the opportunity to be heard.

Beyond writing services, we are actively involved in local community outreach throughout Portland. We partner with schools, libraries, youth programs, and community organizations to create spaces where girls can learn, connect, and grow. Through workshops, volunteer initiatives, and local events, we aim to uplift the next generation of writers, leaders, and changemakers.

Whether you’re here to read, listen, or raise your voice, you are welcome.

Meet the Team

  • Founder: Kathleen Rae is a 27-year-old Portland author who thrives on long walks through her maladaptive daydreams, where the laws of reality are mere suggestions. She spends her time devouring wine-stained pages, weaving worlds from the embers of rebellion, and meticulously plotting against fascist regimes—both real and fictional. When she’s not lost in the labyrinth of her own imagination, she dabbles in pottery, comic books, and video games, all while pretending she isn’t procrastinating on her next project.

  • Co Host: Blake Gabrielle is a writer, podcaster, and storyteller who turns everyday chaos into thoughtful conversation. As the host of Basically Unbothered, she blends pop culture commentary with real talk about mental health, relationships, creativity, and navigating modern adulthood. When she’s not behind the mic, Blake writes sci-fi and fantasy romance, including her Olympic War series, and champions indie authors and creative communities. With warmth, humor, and honesty, Blake creates space for conversations that feel real, reflective, and refreshingly unbothered.

  • Producer: Wesley Cowen is a trans nonbinary multi-faceted artist and filmmaker from North Carolina. He earned a degree in filmmaking with a concentration in production design, and his love for world building brought him out to Portland, a thriving stop-motion animation city. They have a passion for stories that uplift queer voices, or stories told by anyone impacted by the patriarchy. They love to touch grass, cook yummy food, watch reality dating shows, and cuddle their perfect dog, Nala.