Kim Clarke

Kim Clarke is an author and narrative writer whose work explores the human stories behind World War II, the history of the University of Michigan, and memoir. She specializes in longform historical narratives, bringing personal and family experiences into broader historical contexts. Her book, The Last Full Measure: An American Family and How the United States Brought Home the Dead of World War II, is available to readers. The book examines the effort to return the remains of fallen American service members and its impact on one family, including Clarke’s own grandfather.

Clarke’s writing has appeared in the Washington Post, the American Historical Association, the University of Michigan Press, Consequence, HerStry, Flying Island literary journal, and other publications. Her website features excerpts and stories, including “Gruesome but Honorable Work” and “‘Tell Mother that Daddy is OK,” alongside information about her book and writing. Visitors can learn more about Clarke, explore her work, and contact her through an online form. The site also provides links to her social media and Linktree.