ASI Webinar: Indexing Philosophy Books
Bringing lofty ideas (and indexes) down to Earth
with Tom Kiefer
Known to be abstract, difficult, and filled with technical jargon, philosophy books present unique challenges and opportunities for indexers. The presentation will cover the development of philosophy, major divisions and trends within the discipline, and best practices for crafting indexes for philosophy books.
This presentation assumes no prior knowledge of philosophy.
In this webinar, you will:
- Learn the unique challenges and opportunities for indexing philosophy books
- Understand why philosophy is considered abstract, difficult, and filled with technical jargon
- Develop skills in indexing philosophical concepts, thought experiments, and arguments
Register now to learn the ins and outs of indexing philosophy books.
Tom Kiefer is a full-time professional indexer and the owner of Logos Indexing LLC. Tom is originally from Cleveland, Ohio and spent many years living in New York City. After completing his PhD in philosophy, he entered the world of indexing by way of a family friend. Drawing upon his experience as a philosophy instructor, researcher, and library assistant, Tom now primarily indexes academic and trade books. He is also currently in the process of becoming a therapist and has an interest in indexing social science, psychology, and mental health books.
This webinar was presented on August 26, 2026.
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