Mary Katherine is a National best selling author, influencer, speaker, and director/owner of Viral Joy Media.

Featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show for her "Holiday Magic" video, Mary Katherine Backstrom is a viral sensation turned National Best Selling author (Holy Hot Mess, Hachette 2021). She also has another book titled Crazy Joy, released in 2022. Her musings of hope, humor, and spiritual inspiration have been featured on Today Show, Washington Post, Good Morning America, and more.

Born and raised in Alabama, MK believes in good manners and the power of kind words. She currently resides in Alabama with her two children, Ben and Holland.

To connect with Mary Katherine reach out at marykatherinebackstrom@jesschattin.com