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Reflections: A Life in Writing
412 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 8, 2026
About the author
Kathryn Leigh Scott
67 books157 followersKathryn Leigh Scott is an author/actress.
Her novels: September Girl (2019); Jinxed (2015); Down and Out in Beverly Heels (2013); Dark Passages (2012)
Recent nonfiction: Last Dance at the Savoy (2016); Now With You, Now Without (2017)
Kathryn has appeared in Blacklist with James Spader (2019); Woody Allen's A Rainy Day in New York (2019), soon-to-be-released The Eleventh Green (2019) with Campbell Scott, and Three Christs with Richard Gere and Juliana Margulies. She's also appeared in Hallmark Channel's Broadcasting Christmas (2016), Lifetime's A Wedding to Die For (2017), and has a recurring role as George Segal's girlfriend Miriam on The Goldbergs.
She wrote Dark Shadows: Return to Collinwood (2012), and appeared in a cameo role in the Johnny Depp/Tim Burton film Dark Shadows (2012). She is recording the audiobooks of all 32 Dark Shadows novels by Marilyn Ross, published 1966-1970.
Kathryn grew up on a farm in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. Upon graduation from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Kathryn landed the ingénue lead in the classic Gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows (ABC, 1966-1971), and starred in the 1971 MGM feature House of Dark Shadows. Kathryn played four roles in the series: Maggie Evans, Josette du Pres, Lady Kitty Hampshire, and Rachel Drummond. Kathryn wrote Dark Shadows Memories to coincide with its 20th anniversary, and Dark Shadows Companion as a 25th anniversary tribute.
Kathryn launched Pomegranate Press, Ltd., to publish books about the entertainment industry, including guide books, biographies, textbooks and coffee table art books. She wrote The Bunny Years (the 25-year history of Playboy Clubs told through the women who worked as Bunnies), which was sold to Imagine Entertainment's Brian Grazer. She also co-produced a two-hour special for the A&E Network and a one-hour documentary for BBC-1 and Canadian TV, based on the book. Pomegranate has published over 50 nonfiction titles, including Scott's books Lobby Cards: The Classic Films (Benjamin Franklin Award for Best Coffee Table Book) and Lobby Cards: The Classic Comedies, both of which were published in the UK by Bloomsbury. She published a trade paper edition of the hardcover biography Coya Come Home, with a foreword by Walter F. Mondale.
Kathryn's theatrical credits include a lengthy run with James Stewart in Harvey in London's West End. She has appeared in many television series and miniseries, including the "Who Watches the Watchers" episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation, Barbara Taylor Bradford's Voice of the Heart, as Dan Travanti's wife in Murrow, as George C. Scott's mistress in The Last Days of Patton, as Philip Marlowe's girlfriend in Chandlertown, and as a series regular with Brian Dennehy in Big Shamus, Little Shamus. Feature films include Providence, The Great Gatsby, Brannigan, The Greek Tycoon, Assassination, 187, Parasomnia, and Dr. Mabuse.
Kathryn maintains homes in Los Angeles and New York.
Her novels: September Girl (2019); Jinxed (2015); Down and Out in Beverly Heels (2013); Dark Passages (2012)
Recent nonfiction: Last Dance at the Savoy (2016); Now With You, Now Without (2017)
Kathryn has appeared in Blacklist with James Spader (2019); Woody Allen's A Rainy Day in New York (2019), soon-to-be-released The Eleventh Green (2019) with Campbell Scott, and Three Christs with Richard Gere and Juliana Margulies. She's also appeared in Hallmark Channel's Broadcasting Christmas (2016), Lifetime's A Wedding to Die For (2017), and has a recurring role as George Segal's girlfriend Miriam on The Goldbergs.
She wrote Dark Shadows: Return to Collinwood (2012), and appeared in a cameo role in the Johnny Depp/Tim Burton film Dark Shadows (2012). She is recording the audiobooks of all 32 Dark Shadows novels by Marilyn Ross, published 1966-1970.
Kathryn grew up on a farm in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. Upon graduation from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Kathryn landed the ingénue lead in the classic Gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows (ABC, 1966-1971), and starred in the 1971 MGM feature House of Dark Shadows. Kathryn played four roles in the series: Maggie Evans, Josette du Pres, Lady Kitty Hampshire, and Rachel Drummond. Kathryn wrote Dark Shadows Memories to coincide with its 20th anniversary, and Dark Shadows Companion as a 25th anniversary tribute.
Kathryn launched Pomegranate Press, Ltd., to publish books about the entertainment industry, including guide books, biographies, textbooks and coffee table art books. She wrote The Bunny Years (the 25-year history of Playboy Clubs told through the women who worked as Bunnies), which was sold to Imagine Entertainment's Brian Grazer. She also co-produced a two-hour special for the A&E Network and a one-hour documentary for BBC-1 and Canadian TV, based on the book. Pomegranate has published over 50 nonfiction titles, including Scott's books Lobby Cards: The Classic Films (Benjamin Franklin Award for Best Coffee Table Book) and Lobby Cards: The Classic Comedies, both of which were published in the UK by Bloomsbury. She published a trade paper edition of the hardcover biography Coya Come Home, with a foreword by Walter F. Mondale.
Kathryn's theatrical credits include a lengthy run with James Stewart in Harvey in London's West End. She has appeared in many television series and miniseries, including the "Who Watches the Watchers" episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation, Barbara Taylor Bradford's Voice of the Heart, as Dan Travanti's wife in Murrow, as George C. Scott's mistress in The Last Days of Patton, as Philip Marlowe's girlfriend in Chandlertown, and as a series regular with Brian Dennehy in Big Shamus, Little Shamus. Feature films include Providence, The Great Gatsby, Brannigan, The Greek Tycoon, Assassination, 187, Parasomnia, and Dr. Mabuse.
Kathryn maintains homes in Los Angeles and New York.
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June 17, 2026
As someone who enjoys learning about the lives behind the creative work, I found “Reflections: A Life in Writing” to be a thoughtful and deeply human collection of Kathryn Leigh Scott’s writings.
While longtime Dark Shadows fans will appreciate her memories of the series, I was most moved by the essays that had nothing to do with the series at all. Her stories of friendship, mentorship, marriage, grief, and second chances reveal a life lived with curiosity, resilience, and gratitude.
Particularly memorable were her reflections on her mentor and older friend, Jane, who shaped her life motto: “If not now, when?” along with her reflections on her marriages to Geoff and Patrick.
I also enjoyed lighter moments, such as her unexpected encounter sharing an umbrella with Greta Garbo. Her descriptions of life as a young actress in New York were equally compelling, and her determination and resilience reminded me of the ambitious young women who filled the stages and movie musicals of the early Warner Bros. era.
Rather than a farewell, this book feels like the work of someone who remains engaged with the world, eager for new adventures, and wonderfully curious. I finished it feeling inspired, reflective, and grateful to have spent time in the company of such a thoughtful writer.
While longtime Dark Shadows fans will appreciate her memories of the series, I was most moved by the essays that had nothing to do with the series at all. Her stories of friendship, mentorship, marriage, grief, and second chances reveal a life lived with curiosity, resilience, and gratitude.
Particularly memorable were her reflections on her mentor and older friend, Jane, who shaped her life motto: “If not now, when?” along with her reflections on her marriages to Geoff and Patrick.
I also enjoyed lighter moments, such as her unexpected encounter sharing an umbrella with Greta Garbo. Her descriptions of life as a young actress in New York were equally compelling, and her determination and resilience reminded me of the ambitious young women who filled the stages and movie musicals of the early Warner Bros. era.
Rather than a farewell, this book feels like the work of someone who remains engaged with the world, eager for new adventures, and wonderfully curious. I finished it feeling inspired, reflective, and grateful to have spent time in the company of such a thoughtful writer.
June 27, 2026
An old friend
Reading this book was like spending the afternoon with Mrs Scott, drinking hot tea, and just talking about her memories. Her writing is so warm and casual it feels as if she is speaking to you and you alone. Finding out about her home life, early days in New York, and yes, about our beloved Dark Shadows was eye opening and always seemed to bring a smile. I'm not a writing critic. I'm not a genius with a spectacular vocabulary. Just a fan. I loved this book. Katherine, keep writing these heart felt books and I'll keep reading them!
Reading this book was like spending the afternoon with Mrs Scott, drinking hot tea, and just talking about her memories. Her writing is so warm and casual it feels as if she is speaking to you and you alone. Finding out about her home life, early days in New York, and yes, about our beloved Dark Shadows was eye opening and always seemed to bring a smile. I'm not a writing critic. I'm not a genius with a spectacular vocabulary. Just a fan. I loved this book. Katherine, keep writing these heart felt books and I'll keep reading them!
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