“Kim Keller is the kind of editor every author dreams of working with. Thoughtful, meticulous, and incredibly thorough, she has an unparalleled ability to elevate a manuscript while respecting the writer’s voice and vision. Kim’s attention to detail and her commitment to excellence ensure every project she touches reaches its fullest potential. Any author would be lucky to have her expertise and guidance.”

“I’m fortunate to have worked with Kim as one of the authors she recruited for Ten Speed Press. I will always be grateful to her for making my dreams come true. She took a project that is intimidating and overwhelming for this first-time author and made it doable, successfully carrying me through the finish line. I credit her strong support, constant encouragement, and ample expertise for the ease of this journey.”

“It’s rare that you come across a standout editor like Kim Keller. I had the pleasure of working with Kim at Penguin Random House (Ten Speed Press), collaborating on several projects. I was always in awe of Kim’s deep publishing knowledge and expert editing skills. Any publisher (or author) would be lucky to work with Kim; she earns my highest recommendation.”

“I knew Kim from her editorial work at Ten Speed Press’s former children’s imprint, Tricycle Press, and hired her as a production editor to work on Ten Speed's lifestyle nonfiction list six years ago. A seasoned and capable editor, Kim has a particular knack for building strong relationships with authors, agents, and colleagues. She is also a creative and thoughtful communicator able to navigate sticky situations with grace and humor.

“Kim brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to the lifestyle space, especially in the categories of food and beverage, health and wellness, design, creativity, and, really, any prescriptive nonfiction project.”

“I’ve known Kim for 17 years, and this is a whole-hearted recommendation to anyone who is thinking of working with or hiring her. When I originally hired Kim in 2008 for Tricycle Press she brought her considerable experience in children’s book editing and project management to our department, mentored by some of the industry’s top editors at Houghton Mifflin. She brought a professional demeanor and a calm, capable presence and proved herself to be a valuable asset as well as a supportive colleague. When I launched my own publishing consultancy, I turned to Kim again, knowing that I would receive her skilled support and excellent services—developmental editorial, copy editing, and proofreading. It is now 2025, and I'm still reaching out to Kim. I highly recommend Kim Keller in both a freelance capacity and as a permanent team member. She is a valuable asset in any workplace.”