Who We Are

At Kindred Collective Co., we aren’t just editors—we’re your partners in liberation.

Founded by Dr. Marquita Hockaday, our equity-driven studio helps scholars, storytellers, and changemakers bring their most important work to life. Whether you are building an inclusive curriculum, refining a dissertation, or shaping a manuscript, we provide culturally affirming support designed to center BIPOC, neurodivergent, and historically marginalized voices.

We bridge the gap between imagination and impact through:

  • Inclusive Curriculum & Design: Crafting accessible, trauma-informed learning materials.

  • Professional Development: Empowering educators through liberatory frameworks.

  • Purposeful Publishing: Guiding book proposals and articles with care and clarity.

Your ideas deserve to be celebrated. Let’s build something meaningful, together.

Ready to start your journey? Let’s connect!

Why Work With Kindred?

We help mission-driven educators and authors transform their vision into work that liberates. Whether you’re designing a course, launching a digital offering, or publishing your first book, we center your voice and values at every step.

We empower your journey through:

  • Inclusive Curriculum Design: Transformative learning for K–12, higher ed, and professional spaces.

  • Academic & Creative Support: Expert coaching and editing for scholars and storytellers.

  • Strategic Growth: Purposeful marketing that connects your work with your community.

Let’s bring your ideas to life—and into the hearts of your community.

Let us do the work for you!

Meet the Team


  • Founder and CEO

    Publishing Consultant/Editor

    Marquita Hockaday is founder and CEO of Kindred Collective Co. She has a PhD in education, as well as a masters in creative writing, publishing, and reading education.

    Marquita has published several research articles and book chapters.

    Additionally, Marquita has published short stories.

  • Editor/Consultant

    Dr. Harris has a PhD in counselor education, as well as a masters in creative writing and counseling.

    Dr. Harris has published several research articles and book chapters.

    Additionally, Pam Harris is the author of three published, award-winning novels. See more about her works here: https://www.pamharriswrites.com/

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