Mathews began her career writing articles and stories for magazines like Frank Leslie’s Popular Monthly, Godey’s Lady's Book, and Harper’s Bazaar.

Mathews wrote a blank verse drama called A Soldier of France that was based in historical research, but also took significant liberties, such as a love interest for Joan of Arc.

A highlight of the play was costumed actors appearing in the audience commenting on Woffington's performance of Rosalind in William Shakespeare's As You Like It.

[1] Mathews also wrote novels, including My Lady Peggy Goes to Town (1901), a historical romance of an 18th century woman trying to reconcile with her lover.

[1] Frances Aymar Mathews died on 10 September 1925 in New York City and was buried at Trinity Church.