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A great summer, holiday read, what with all the glorious, delish culinary delights, exotic or otherwise, fun pastimes and all!

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Cover, A Fish Out of Water by Karin Kallmaker. A mermaid sleeps on a dock against a dark, misty sea. A single word will cost them everything. The Lesbian Review writes, "My favorite adaptation of The Little Mermaid."

The result is an unexpectedly haunting tale told in image-drenched language that stays with you long after the story is over.

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One of the finest!

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...Believable, vulnerable lesbian characters who grow strong through facing tough issues.

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cover Comfort and Joy by Karin Kallmaker. A Holiday Homecoming Story. The lesbian review: there is a warmth to the author's reading that works perfectly for this story. Two golden trees and a red ornament rest on a white, snowy field.

There is a warmth to the author's reading that works perfectly for this story.

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  • Trivia: What’s in a Title? Inspiration, That’s What
    Karin has named several books after songs, including Simply the Best (the actual song title is "The Best," popularized most by Tina Turner ), Substitute for Love (Madonna), Stepping Stone (Duffy), Unforgettable (Nat King Cole), Wild Things (Cris Williamson), and The Kiss that Counted (Catie Curtis).

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  • Cover, Unbeliever by Karin Kallmaker. A novella of sisters, romance, and magic. Unbeliever - Love is Magic is Love - eBook $3.99

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  • Painted Moon Bestseller
    Painted Moon remained on national and local bookstore top ten lists for more than five months.
  • ‘Butch,’ ‘Salt,’ and ‘Steam’ at the Lesbian Reading Room
    Exquisite writing, extremely fiery sex, great characterisation despite the length and a totally enjoyable read.
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