Karl Klockars is a Midwest-based author and writer, focusing on food, drink, travel, and culture.

Karl’s work has appeared in publications including Chicago Magazine, Thrillist, Fodor’s Travel Guides, PCMag, Time Out Chicago, VinePair and VinePair. Examples of his work are available here.

His book, Beer Lovers Chicago, tells the story of the Chicagoland craft beer landscape, from breweries and brewpubs to beer bars and craft-centric restaurants. He’s also the co-founder and main writer for GuysDrinkingBeer.com, regularly recognized as one of the nation’s best craft beer websites.

Karl has appeared as a guest on numerous radio shows, TV news programs, and podcasts; he’s also consulted on programs for the BBC and American syndication. Prior to his writing career, he spent a decade in broadcast, hosting a morning radio show in the Chicago suburbs and producing shows for the legendary WLS-AM as well as his own podcast (years before podcasting was cool).

But there’s more! He’s also a media, marketing and communications professional with 15+ years experience specializing in copywriting, email marketing, digital promotions and strategy, social media community building, marketing and engagement.

Karl is available for writing, editing, ideating, consulting, and even voiceover projects (yes! such a wide variety of skills and talents!) and you are invited to contact him through a variety of channels.