About From Kalliope With Love
From Kalliope With Love makes software for creative writers. Kalliope Draft supports planning, drafting, and collaboration. Kalliope Circle is a companion service that provides access to certain cloud features.
The company was founded in Minneapolis. Chris Pridemore is a disabled Army veteran and engineer with 15 years in cybersecurity and software. He also writes fantasy novels. Ria Caldwell practiced corporate law for nearly a decade, then moved into business. She writes, makes art, and is pursuing an MFA.
Funding Rounds (SEC Form D)
| First sale | Filed with SEC | Amount sold | Investors | Avg. check | Terms | Filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | Oct 20, 2026 | $60,000of $100K target | 4 | $15,000 | OptionsRule 506(b) | Form D ↗ |
First sale is the date the first investor in the offering committed to invest. Companies must file Form D within 15 days of that date, so filing dates run later.
Why Investors Backed From Kalliope With Love
From Kalliope With Love builds writing tools for creative writers. The company argues that AI belongs in labor, not art. It treats creativity as human and data security as core values.
The problem it targets
Chris Pridemore believed existing writing tools fail at the basic task of staying out of a writer’s way. The company also rejects treating users as products. Its manifesto emphasizes community and education. It also calls for justice and inclusion.
Progress so far
Chris Pridemore built the Kalliope Draft prototype. The company describes its technologies as patent-pending. Ria Caldwell saw possible uses in publishing, education, and legal work.
We wrote this summary from public statements by From Kalliope With Love and its investors. It is not investment advice.
Leadership Team
Executive officers and directors listed on From Kalliope With Love's Form D filed Oct 20, 2026.