Katie Dean

Dr. Katie Dean is a writer, maker, and guide to creative healing. With a PhD from Cambridge University, Katie began her publishing journey through artistry, authoring over 30 beloved beading books—including the 23-book Beadflowers Beading Patterns series—which have inspired makers around the world. She’s also the author of four imaginative children’s books.

Her latest work, Finding the Energy to Thrive, and its accompanying journal, mark a deeply personal evolution: a call to rediscover inner vitality through self-compassion, creativity, and gentle awareness. Drawing on both lived experience and years of spiritual exploration, Katie offers wisdom for anyone navigating burnout, healing, or simply seeking a more vibrant path. She brings kindness, clarity, and heart to everything she creates—inviting you to reconnect with your own energy, one inspired step at a time.