Kira Aitch is a writer and sensitivity reader currently studying library science and information to become either a school or research librarian. When she is not reading or in classes, she is writing research papers and browsing databases for fun.
She especially loves helping writers if details and facts and will not hesitate to compile a source list if necessary. Given enough time, she can compile a list of sources or even a paper on everything from the Vikings to mythology to the history of corn. She is more than happy to help with research!
She will give you more information than necessary for those who love historical accuracy, context, or just every version of a myth possible. She also will compile current news sources or even scientific papers when necessary, as she has paid for and gained access to journals and databases for her own enjoyment, and loves to share that with others.
Kira loves reading fantasy, historical fiction, and adventure, but finds that a good book can come from any source. She’s also happy to read any LGBTQIA+ fiction you have!
Sensitivity / Expert
- Black
- Biracial/Multiracial
- Pansexual/Queer
- Wheelchair/Ambulatory Wheelchair Use
- ADHD
- Trichotillomania
- OCD
- Anxiety and Depression
- Meniere's Disease
- Chronic Illness
- Midwestern
Preferred Genres
Fantasy science fiction children's romance
Avoided Genres
Graphic violence or gore
What Clients Say
Writing authentic characters is difficult. Writing authentic characters who are a different race, ethnicity, and culture than I am felt absolutely impossible. Especially when - as a historical fiction author - my characters live in a time period before they had advocates and the ability to truly be heard. My first experience with a sensitivity reader had me anxious. I didn’t know what to expect, or if the reader would find every word I said about the Black supporting characters in my book lacking. Thankfully, there were few corrections required. Wonderfully, Kira took the time to help me understand problematic tropes that are common in my genre so I am even more educated going forward. She understood what I wanted to accomplish with these characters and was kind in what she shared with me. I have a lot more confidence going forward, and I will be quicker to use Salt & Sage’s services in the future. Thank you to the team, especially Kira, for helping writers to get things right!
Salt & Sage was recommended to me by a friend. From the very beginning, everyone at Salt & Sage was helpful, knowledgeable, and communicative. The editor who read my manuscript, Kira, sent me detailed, thoughtful insight that I am so incredibly grateful for. Thank you to Kira and everyone at Salt & Sage for a great experience!