Our story

Woven Word Press began with a question that echoed quietly but persistently in my heart: Who were they, really?
For over 30 years, I’ve followed a trail of names, dates, and fading photographs—searching for the stories of my ancestors, trying to understand the people behind the records. I wasn’t just looking for history—I was looking for connection. And somewhere along the way, I realized that in discovering them, I was also discovering myself.

That deep curiosity about where I come from grew into a devotion to self-reflection, emotional intelligence, and legacy. I began journaling my own story—not just as a personal practice, but as a gift for future generations. I wanted to leave behind more than just facts; I wanted to leave behind meaning. Something tender and true. Something that said, “This is who I was, this is what mattered, and this is how I loved.”

Woven Word Press was born from that longing: to hold space for others on this same path of self-discovery, expression, and legacy. It’s a place where stories are honored, voices are encouraged, and writing becomes an act of love—both for yourself and for those who come after you.

We believe that the most powerful stories are often the quietest ones—the ones that live in journals, in family memories, in the threads between generations. Through every guided journal, affirmation, and thoughtfully crafted tool we create, we invite you to slow down, look inward, and write something lasting.

Because your story matters. And it’s time to tell it—with heart, with intention, and with love.

Kelly Kraus

Founder / CEO Woven Word