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Based on Actual Events or People – Are There Issues?

Karin Kallmaker 03/24/2006 Craft of Writing

I like to write characters who are both specifically real and universally meaningful, and who are my own creation.

#WritingislikeCookingLesbian Romance
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Goldie Finalists Announced for 2006 Awards

Karin Kallmaker 02/21/2006 Awards and Reviews, Just Like That, Unbeliever

Two recent releases are shortlisted for 2006 Goldie Awards! Read more about Just Like That and Bell, Book and Dyke.

#GCLSLesbian RomanceLesbian Sensuality
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Society of Women

Karin Kallmaker 02/10/2006 Craft of Writing

If you love lesbian fiction of all genres, this convention is for you! I’m proud to be a sponsor again this year, and spending time with readers and other writers is great.

#GCLSLesbian Pride
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Might I be so bold as to ask how much sex is enough?

Karin Kallmaker 02/08/2006 Craft of Writing

Whether it’s suds in the shower or yahoo-bucking-bronco sex is determined by the plot and characters.

Lesbian RomanceLesbian Sensuality
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About that nasty e-mail from a reader. . .

Karin Kallmaker 11/09/2005 Book News, Craft of Writing, Readers and Libraries

of the things writers do when we gather is compare not just the good, but the bad side of putting our work into the public marketplace… so this was my answer to the question.

Lesbian Pride
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  • Trivia – Substitute for Love’s Fascinating Math
    No math whiz, Karin spent a long time studying the milestones of mathematics to create a realistic passion for Holly Markham in Substitute for Love. Her favorite fascinating fact was how measuring sound waves electronically replaced the whack of an engineer's hammer against a train wheel to test for metal fatigue. File that under "Cool stuff writers hope some day will help them win Jeopardy!"

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  • A Love Letter to Librarians – Review of Checked Out
    This is a book with heart, and it took a wee bit of mine.
  • Wonderful Sense of Humour – Wind in Her Hair
    I love the interactions between Irene and the coin which for an ‘inanimate’ object has a wonderful sense of humour.
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