About The Book Keepers
Linda Karkhoff
Co-Owner & Founder
Chief Book Officer
Born and raised in Hutchinson, Linda Karkhoff has always been deeply connected to her community. After graduating from Hutchinson High School in 1966, she attended Augsburg College in Minneapolis and married Jim Karkhoff in 1970.
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Linda’s career path was anything but ordinary. She raised a family, moved between Hutchinson and Owatonna, and later returned to school to study carpentry—becoming only the second woman in her program’s history to graduate. She spent over 30 years in construction, solving problems and bringing creativity to every project.
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Now "retired," Linda has turned her passion for books and community into The Book Keepers, Hutchinson’s only independent bookstore. What began as a conversation with her lifelong friend, Paulette Odegaard, became a shared vision: a welcoming space where books, creativity, and conversation thrive.
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With store manager Jackie Fuchs and marketing and design support from her daughter, Amanda Moskowitz, Linda is bringing this dream to life. She hopes The Book Keepers will become a staple in Hutchinson, offering books, author events, and a space where everyone feels at home. The community’s overwhelming enthusiasm has been humbling, and she looks forward to welcoming readers for years to come.
Jackie Fuchs
Store Manager
Jackie Fuchs brings a wealth of experience in writing, editing, and bookselling to her role as Store Manager at The Book Keepers. A Minnesota native, she holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Hamline University, where she also minored in psychology, sociology, and English. She also earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Administrative Support from Ridgewater College, graduating with honors.
Jackie’s background spans multiple industries, with roles as a bookseller at Barnes & Noble, a content writer for BizzyWeb, and a quality editor for BestMark, Inc. Her love for books and storytelling has also led her to volunteer at the Minnesota Book Awards and assist authors at the Heartland Fall Forum.
At The Book Keepers, Jackie manages the day-to-day operations, curates the store’s collection, and organizes events to foster community engagement. Whether she’s recommending a great read, planning an author signing, or creating a welcoming space for book lovers, she’s dedicated to making the store a vibrant literary hub for Hutchinson and beyond.
Amanda Moskowitz
Media & Design Specialist
A creative strategist, educator, and author, Amanda Moskowitz brings a unique blend of storytelling, design, and communication to The Book Keepers. With a B.A. in Communications and English from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, she has spent over a decade crafting narratives that connect people and ideas. She is currently pursuing an Accelerated Teaching Certification at Notre Dame of Maryland University, reflecting her passion for lifelong learning.
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Amanda’s career spans roles in marketing, brand strategy, and content creation, working with nonprofits, small businesses, and corporations to develop impactful messaging and visual storytelling. She is the founder of Bee the Change, LLC, where she helps mission-driven organizations amplify their voices through design and digital strategy. She has also written and produced a one-act play focused on social change and published two children’s books with environmental and social themes.
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While based in Maryland, Amanda plays a key role in shaping The Book Keepers' brand, social media, and digital presence. Her love for storytelling, advocacy, and community engagement ensures that the bookstore is not just a place to find books, but a space where ideas and conversations come to life.
Read the backstory behind The Book Keepers in the Hutchinson Station
