Karen Burgess
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How do you make time to write?

Started this discussion. Last reply by UnmotheredChild May 29, 2011. 1 Reply

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Rosamund Lupton's Sister

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Hey, cupcake!

Katherine Heigl = Stephanie Plum?  Folks, here's what I think.See More
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Working too hard = no time to write. Seriously. Sometimes you have to make that choice.
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22 books and counting for Sue Grafton

Sue Grafton's amazing alphabet series featuring Kinsey Milhone - read the review of the latest here.See More
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New blog post here: http://ning.it/AzrppX
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Literary Lunchbox viewed 9400 times in 2011!

Wordpress just sent me my annual report - my blog on reading, writing and literary culture (lots of book reviews) had over 9400 views in 2011.  I'm amazed and happy.  I'd love to have you visit.  Click here.See More
Blog post by Karen Burgess Jan 8

Writing humor is hard. Reading it is super-easy.

Worth reading.  Read more!See More
Blog post by Karen Burgess Sep 27, 2011

Awesome. My blog posted reposted on Sisters in Crime!

I've been reposted... feels great!  Wonder if it will drive traffic...  Read more.See More
Blog post by Karen Burgess Sep 24, 2011

Panel choices at writing/fan conferences

Panel presentations at conferences can be enlightening, entertaining, educational, maddening.  Read More.See More
Blog post by Karen Burgess Sep 16, 2011

Fan conference - great for writers!

 I'm at Bouchercon, fan conference for mystery lovers, with tons of other authors.  Read more.See More
Blog post by Karen Burgess Sep 15, 2011

Evanovich still sparking

My personal vote. Read more.See More
Blog post by Karen Burgess Sep 11, 2011

I'll be missing my local Borders.

How about you?  Read more.See More
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Blog posts by Karen Burgess Sep 3, 2011

Ever wonder what a thriller by the guy who prosecuted THIS GUY would be like?

Probably not.  But you can find out, easy.  Read more here.See More
Blog post by Karen Burgess Jul 21, 2011

Research! Investigative Reporter John Conroy Shares Secrets...

Wondering if this guy can help you write a better mystery, police procedural, or thriller?  Yes.  He can. Read more.See More
Blog post by Karen Burgess Jul 15, 2011

Potter Mania

Bring on the popcorn!  Read more.See More
Blog post by Karen Burgess Jul 14, 2011

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Who I am:
http://literarylunchbox.wordpress.com
My writing is:
Fiction, Blog Posts
My professional associations:
Member, Mystery Writers of America and Sisters in Crime

Karen Burgess's Blog

Karen Burgess

Rosamund Lupton's Sister

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Read more about her fabulous debut here.…

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Karen Burgess

Hey, cupcake!

Posted on January 31, 2012 at 7:25pm 0 Comments

Katherine Heigl = Stephanie Plum?  

Folks, here's what I…

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Karen Burgess

22 books and counting for Sue Grafton

Posted on January 12, 2012 at 6:36pm 0 Comments

Sue Grafton's amazing alphabet series featuring Kinsey Milhone - read the review of the latest here.…

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Karen Burgess

Literary Lunchbox viewed 9400 times in 2011!

Posted on January 7, 2012 at 6:54pm 0 Comments

Wordpress just sent me my annual report - my blog on reading, writing and literary culture (lots of book reviews) had over 9400 views in 2011.  I'm amazed and happy.  I'd love to have you visit.  …

Continue
Karen Burgess

Writing humor is hard. Reading it is super-easy.

Posted on September 26, 2011 at 5:53pm 0 Comments

Worth reading.  Read more!…



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At 1:48pm on January 2, 2010, Esri RoseEsri Rose said…
It's not for sure yet, but looks like my spouse is going there for business. With his airfare and the hotel room already paid for, we decided I should tag along.
At 8:13am on November 27, 2009, Julie JeffsJulie Jeffs said…
Hi Karen,

Welcome to the Bloggers Let’s Make it Work group! So glad you are here. Please visit the discussion New Members Visit Here First, tell us about your blog so we can list it on the members blog index.

I hope you will find, as I did, a great sense of community, loads of information and resources, and an incredible amount of talent.

Jump in on ongoing discussions or start one if there is an issue you would like to discuss.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Look forward to reading your posts.

Warm regards,
Julie Jeffs
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