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Cover, Audiobook edition of Because I Said So by Karin Kallmaker, read by Abby Craden

Loved this book, it has a great twist, it is well told and loved the characters... Abby Craden as usual made this book even better.

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25th Anniversary Edition: One of Sheena's Favourite Lesbian Books

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Painted Moon 25th Anniversary Edition by Karin Kallmaker, read by Abby Craden

Abby Craden’s fine narration brings it all together. The extra two short stories in this anniversary edition tie a lovely bow on the ending.

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cover Comfort and Joy audiobook unabridged read by author

My favorite holiday novella just got even better!

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She is obviously skilled in writing great stories, and this book is a great example of her work

Because I Said So at Rainbow Reflections
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  • Trivia – How was Substitute for Love inspired by Dick?
    The inspiration for the character of Reyna Putnam in Substitute for Love came when Karin watched then candidate Cheney dance around the issues of LGBT rights as if his own daughter's life wouldn't have been improved had he cared enough to spend any of his political capital on her. Who wants to be that guy's flesh-and-blood? What is the price when your needs conflict with his plans?

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  • Jean Stewart reviews Sleight of Hand
    A cohesive, tightly-knit and dynamic tale!
  • Unforgettable at Journal of Lesbian Studies
    The book's underlying message is one of lesbian empowerment... Kallmaker's reign as "queen of lesbian romance" no doubt will continue.
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