Katharine Pearson Woods (1853–1923) was an American novelist and social reformer whose life and work were defined by her commitment to labor activism and Christian socialism. Operating during a period of significant industrial growth and social upheaval in the United States, Woods utilized her platform to advocate for the working class and promote cooperative social principles grounded in Christian ethics. As a writer, Woods integrated her activist beliefs into her literary pursuits, contributing to the social novel genre of her era. Her dual identity as a creative writer and a dedicated reformer allowed her to address the pressing economic and moral questions of her day, making her a distinct figure in late nineteenth- and early twentieth-century American literature and social reform movements.
