Welcome

Kim Bookless

Are you thinking of publishing a book, or looking for a writer or editor?

I’m Kim Bookless, a publishing consultant, writer, and editor based in downtown Chicago.

Yes, that really is my last name. People ask me about it all the time, and some are sure I’ve made it up. The name is pretty ironic, considering that my life revolves around books and other forms of the written word.

I am a publishing consultant because I believe it’s a privilege to help bring books into the world. I guide and assist self-publishing authors through the process of bringing their books to life. I co-founded the Chicago Self-Publishing Group to help members explore the dynamic world of self-publishing and indie publishing.

My writing services include web content, grant writing, ghostwriting, and magazine articles. On the editing side, my proverbial red pen gently finesses books, white papers, technical reports, newsletters, and blog posts.

Feel free to take a look around my site to learn more about me and check out my self-publishing, writing, and editing services. If you like what you see, contact me or send an email to kim@kimbookless.com and we’ll talk about how I can help you.

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My clients say…

We started with a giant pile of information, articles, blog posts and notes. Thanks to Kim, it is now a self-published book.

She rewrote sections and reorganized the structure, all while keeping me on track. Communication was smooth and her direct input was invaluable.

When I ran out of steam and asked her to get this across the finish line, she jumped in and got it done.

It's impossible for me to imagine that this project would have been completed within a reasonable time frame had I not had Kim's help.

I highly recommend talking to Kim, for anyone seriously considering writing a book!

Andy Crestodina
Principal, Strategic Director
Orbit Media Studios
Chicago, IL