diff --git a/packages/components/src/query-controls/README.md b/packages/components/src/query-controls/README.md
index e9390d88ec282..9a0f5b08e0cef 100644
--- a/packages/components/src/query-controls/README.md
+++ b/packages/components/src/query-controls/README.md
@@ -179,7 +179,7 @@ A function that receives the new author value. If this is not specified, the aut
 
 #### onCategoryChange
 
-A function that receives the new author value. If this is not specified, the category controls are not included.
+A function that receives the new category value. If this is not specified, the category controls are not included.
 
 -   Type: `Function`
 -   Required: No