Kim Ukura
Kim Ukura is a book lover, recovering journalist, library advocate, cat mom, and lover of a good gin cocktail. In addition to co-hosting Book Riot’s nonfiction podcast, For Real, and co-editing Book Riot’s nonfiction newsletter, True Story, Kim spends her days working in communications at a county library system in the Twin Cities area. Kim has a BA in English and journalism from a small liberal arts college in Minnesota, and a master’s in journalism from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. When not getting to bed before 10 p.m., Kim loves to read nonfiction, do needlework projects, drink tea, and watch the Great British Baking Show. Instagram: @kimthedork Twitter: @kimthedork
100 Must-Read Memoirs
Kim Ukura
July 8, 2016
Up your nonfiction game with these 100 must-read memoirs.
5 Fun Facts About the Making of Mary Roach’s GRUNT
Kim Ukura
June 8, 2016
Mary Roach gives us fun facts about the making of GRUNT, a book about the science of humans at war.
Leigh Bardugo: Crooked Kingdom is a Darker, Sadder and Funnier Sequel
Kim Ukura
May 27, 2016
Leigh Bardugo, author of the Grisha Trilogy, discusses her new book, an upcoming Wonder Woman adaptation, and more.
100 Must-Read Memoirs
Kim Ukura
April 18, 2016
Up your nonfiction game with these 100 must-read memoirs.
5 Books to Watch for in April
Kim Ukura
April 1, 2016
Five excellent new releases coming out this month!