Kim Acco was born in New York City but has lived in Canada for most of her life. She is a graduate in aircraft maintenance and works full-time as an analyst for business jet operators. She studied English Literature at Concordia University in Montreal and indulged in a few creative writing courses back then. ‘The Alchemist’s Portal’ is her first novel.

Kim lives in Montreal with her daughter and their adopted Gerberian Shepsky.