Reviews and Awards
and Other Achievements
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- Karin has a great writing style. The humor in this book is wonderful.
- Finders Keepers is a rare gem that should be treasured and revisited regularly.
- One of Karin Kallmaker's best and most engrossing books yet!
- If you’re at all into reinterpretations of classic literature or have been wondering what Karin Kallmaker’s writing is like, I highly recommend Just Like That.
- A sheer pleasure and joy to read.... An exceptionally strong and convincing story.
- Karin Kallmaker...delivers a perfectly plotted and paced contemporary romance. She’s a true master of the craft, and this book is not to be missed.
- Finders Keepers Finalist for the 2006 Lambda Literary Awards: Best Lesbian Romance.
- Angela Dawe is the narrator and is the perfect choice to do this novel justice.
- A sweet — but not saccharine — story...
- I enjoyed the dialogue as well as the minor characters in the story.
- This tale of love lost and love found makes you cry and laugh at the same time.
- Las historias apasionantes, divertidas y escritas con la ma maestría y talento de estas escritoras increíbles.
- For as much as I thought I disliked both women for different reasons, Kallmaker sucked me in with deeper character analysis that left me cheering them both on in the last few chapters.
- 5 stars! So, so satisfying and cathartic to see that they were allowed to have their happy ending!
- These stories are great as stand alone and as surprise returns of characters I had read before.
- A tale of romance, with just enough hot sex to keep it interesting.
- This cute novel held me enthralled wondering who cake designer Sugar Sorenson would end up with...
- Captain of Industry is subtle and engaging, a Kallmaker love story with the kind of angst to which we can probably all relate.
- The book's underlying message is one of lesbian empowerment... Kallmaker's reign as "queen of lesbian romance" no doubt will continue.
- An exciting story which might give the reader the courage to make whatever changes must be made in her life. Look for this engrossing book!
- I love the story of Sydney and Faith. I think anyone can relate to their story in one way or another.
- A romance built around a real world and real people.
- Wine buffs, as well as lovers of a good romance, will enjoy this excellent read.
- I thoroughly enjoyed the antics, deception, and tension between Jamie and Val.
- Above Temptation Winner of a Goldie award for Best Lesbian Romance at the Golden Crown Literary Society’s 2011 Awards Ceremony.
- I loved the big nod to the early pioneers of lesbian fiction Ann Bannon and Marijane Meaker who were beacons to those searching for more.
- If you're looking for a great book with which to curl up, find Unforgettable.
- ...Well written, romantic and comparable to Curious Wine, which I also loved.
- I couldn't wait to see what happened & would wake up during the night to read more.
- A gem of a read, a gift to all voracious readers from a splendidly gifted imagination.
- Love by the Numbers Finalist for the 2014 Lambda Literary Awards: Best Lesbian Romance.
- I Heart SapphFic readers have voted Knight of Night the Historical Romance of the Month!
- This lesbian classic audiobook is a good way to immerse yourself in the past and be happy for what we’ve got now.
- A cast of characters who buzz in and out of each other's lives (and apartments) in the course of one busy night...
- Neither fluffy nor too heavy, Simply The Best hits the right balance, incorporating current news and societal themes in what remains, fundamentally, a romance novel.
- Just Like That Winner of a Goldie award for Best Lesbian Romance at the Golden Crown Literary Society’s 2006 Awards Ceremony.
- This is a wonderful story that has continued to be a winner. I now understand why Touchwood is a favourite for many readers.
- The cinnamon bread pudding recipe worked!
- This is a beautiful romance, a story of two people who are so destined to be together that no matter how big the gulf between them they can find a way to overcome it.
- I had that complete happy sigh that comes after reading an excellent romance...
- Seeds of Fire Finalist for a 2002 Lambda Literary Award for LGBT Fantasy.
- One of my favourites! Charming and wonderfully written.
- Unforgettable is vintage lesbian romance, continuing Kallmaker's string of well-written, thoughtful stories about women surviving difficult times and coming into their own.
- If anyone had suggested to me that I would have been moved and enthralled by a fictional alien encounter, I would never have believed it, but there you have it.
- A fine balance between romance and reality . . . intimate scenes are beautifully appropriate for the period.
- Get this book when you want to find romance in amongst the dumpster fire world in which we live.
- “Some magic both in and out of relationships, some amusing twists on both magic and Druidism, and totally enjoyable for those who have a more esoteric bent. Great fun to read!” – Golden Threads
- In Deep Waters Volume 1: Cruising the Seas Winner of a Goldie award for Best Lesbian Erotica at the Golden Crown Literary Society’s 2008 Awards Ceremony. Co-authored with Radclyffe.
- Once Upon a Dyke: New Exploits of Fairy Tale Lesbians This collection of four novellas was a finalist at the 2004 Lambda Literary Awards for LGBT Fantasy. The book contains an earlier, shorter version of “A Fish Out of Water.”
- Kallmaker's pandemic book, but it wasn't heavy, even if there were echoes of the despair and darkness of that period. Highly recommended!
- A marvelous story of two head-strong women.
- Car Pool, like many of Kallmaker's books, presents readers with a sweet romance. But, she doesn't shy away from including real-world issues in her books.
- The emotions flowed through the narration as clearly as if Etter was the girl telling me her story.
- The future you planned, the family and friends are gone and what’s left can be packed into a small suitcase. This is Lily’s world. But she takes advantage of her positives...
- Bibliophile's Bounty! Night Vision Top Five of the Year!
- ...Full of steamy sex and strong emotional realizations
- I love a book where the women are strong and commanding. It was a GREAT read and I couldn't put it down.
- Classic Kallmaker elements with interesting characters, wry wit and steamy love scenes.
- A bonus: fun use of exotic locales. Well done, brain-engaging romance.
- A light, frothy story that is just possibly as light as the cakes made by the main character.
- Humorous insights into how we conduct relationships and truths we can take with us into 'real life.'
- Infatti, più che alla storia d’amore tra le due protagoniste, si dà grande spazio alla loro storia personale, a ciò che le porterà a incontrarsi – solo nella seconda metà del romanzo.
- It was as if she knew me, and created the character of Shay right out of my life.
- She tells stories that can be read over and over again with characters that linger in your thoughts.
- Romantic, funny, thoughtful, and hot...
- ...Searching for a touching and steamy historical romance with fully fleshed out characters, then look no further...this is the perfect story for you!
- Assemblyman Mark Leno commends, "your dedication to enriching our lives with your use of the written word, broadening LGBT awareness, and being an inspiration..."
- Kallmaker ... has once again proven her skill at creating characters that engage the interest of the reader.
- ...Tous ces ingrédients mis ensemble en font un livre qui se lit facilement, et qui, encore une fois, fait rêver.
- The writer has crafted the characters well, and you can't help but empathise with Irene.
- Full of suspense and mystery, deeply moving characters and storytelling... The perfect book.
- Be sure to pick this one up!
- 25th Anniversary Edition: One of Sheena's Favourite Lesbian Books
- As a journalist, and an environmental one at that with a degree in science, this novel grabbed me hook, line and sinker... The love story was beautiful and inspiring...
- This story is unique, full of magic and adventure, love and nature and spirituality.
- The growing attraction and feelings the women experience are delicately delineated with a fine touch...
- If you are looking for a strong, independent heroine, you will discover her...
- The extra chapters at the end was FANTASTIC!!
- This quick smooth read will leave plenty of time to search your jar of change to find your own ancient coin of love.
- A gripping story that will delight Kallmaker fans!
- There's no doubt that Painted Moon will take you on an emotional roller coaster, but you will certainly enjoy the ride... Beautifully sensitive.
- I like to see a couple fall in love outside of the bedroom...
- My Lady Lipstick Winner of a Goldie award for Best Lesbian Romantic Blend at the Golden Crown Literary Society’s 2019 Awards Ceremony.
- I love the interactions between Irene and the coin which for an ‘inanimate’ object has a wonderful sense of humour.
- Balance between intellectual and emotional pleasures...
- Substitute for Love may just be the best Kallmaker I've read in a long time, and given her extraordinary talent, that's saying something.
- Great read. I just want to keep reading. I would love a sequel.
- I love that both these women are smart, and it shows...
- Both author and narrator are such professionals, they made this audiobook a great experience. Highly recommended.
- I’ve always been impressed with her writing but this novella was even better than I expected.
- Very good narration for an excellent novella. 4.5 stars.
- The Distinguished Author program brings authors to the Library and Archives located in Fort Lauderdale, to standing room only audiences.
- Tell tale warmth, vulnerability, and charm that are so recognizable of this author.
- The heat of a prairie fire and the bold passion these women share is portrayed in vivid, poetic language.
- The filmmaking details were fascinating to me... The behind-the-scenes added to the story without getting in the way.
- I expect a lot from Kallmaker and she delivered a good romance with interesting characters and a plot line that left me mulling it over for days.
- Autant le dire tout de suite, j’ai adoré ce livre que j’ai dévoré en quelques heures ce week-end.