Toni Kief

Toni Kief, Midwestern by birth, Northwestern by choice, came to writing later in life.  She raised other women’s children who puzzled her, but they never failed to make her proud. Years spent investigating casualty insurance claims. She worked on the slow revolution towards equality. She started writing on a double dog dare, and is surprised what it has filled her “retirement”. She has marched for civil rights, shared bread with icons of politics and art. Known as the first to show up with a casserole, she will donate 50 cents of her last dollar to a worthy cause. The last to let you cry, drink or laugh alone, she gathers stories prime for embellishment. Writing has taught her inspiration without perspiration is just a good idea. Toni continues to struggle towards an honest, inspirational voice.