GCLS 2008 – Let’s Go to Phoenix!

Karin Kallmaker Events and Appearances, Sisters of the Pen

golden seal with GCLS
It’s the only by-lesbians, about-lesbian-fiction event of its kind.

And it’s my favorite literary event of the year. The organizers have selected a beautiful resort with rooms costing no more than the last two years, and one of my sheroes, Katherine Forrest, is the keynote speaker. She will also be doing an extensive lecture on what editors are looking for in submissions. Read More

Pride Classic Rainbow Flag in the wind

Born Yesterday: Independence Day for Blondes

Karin Kallmaker Cheers & Chocolate

I love being an American. This is not to be confused with loving everything American. My love does not blind me to my country’s imperfections and the many flaws in the actions of our leaders. But at this time of year I try to set aside my reservations and criticisms to revisit how we began as a nation and, okay, wallow in sentimental depictions of our history and principles. Read More

It’s that Simple – Blue Collar Lesbian Short Stories is out!

Karin Kallmaker Book News, Short Stories

Blue Collar Lesbian Erotica

Blue Collar Lesbian Short Stories is newly released from Yellow Rose Books. It has my short story “It’s That Simple” along with stories by Georgia Beers, Cheri Crystal, Pat Cronin, Nann Dunne, Verda Foster, Vada Foster, Anne J. Kingsley, Victoria Oldham, Radclyffe, Trish Shields, Sammo, Kathy Smith, Kate Sweeney, MJ Williamz and Ali Vali. In my story, a mall Santa saves up her pennies to surprise her Elf with something they’ve both wanted. Read More