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Karen Cogan

Biography

Karen loves her life in the sunny southwest, where she lives with her family and assorted four-legged friends: a cat, two dogs, and a very stubborn horse. She loves spending time outdoors where the wide open spaces provide beautiful trails for riding horses and enoying rock formations.
When she is at home, Karen enjoys growing flowers and writing historical and contemporary romance, and children's books. She spends most evenings at her computer writing and editing novels that she hopes her readers will love!

Smashwords Interview

Describe your desk
What desk? I work in my "big chair" with my computer in my lap.
What book marketing techniques have been most effective for you?
An e-mail newsletter has been helpful in getting the word out about new books and freebies. I always offer to option to subscribe here:http://eepurl.com/dBzqNX
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Where to find Karen Cogan online

Website: http://karencogan.com
Twitter: @karencogan
Facebook: Facebook profile
Wattpad: kecogan
Blog: http://www.kecogan.blog

Where to buy in print

https://www.amazon.com/Karen-Cogan/e/B001JSB9XE

Books

Beneath the Northern Lights by
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 52,380. Language: English. Published: February 12, 2024 . Categories: Fiction » Christian » Western
From the sophisticated city of San Francisco to the rugged beauty of Alaska, Ginny's journey reflects her transformation. The world of high society feels like a distant memory as she and her father embrace the natural beauty around them. When she meets, Jack, their handsome native guide, her journey becomes unpredictable, exhilarating, and filled with the promise of uncharted love.
Katrina: Too Far From Home by
You set the price! Words: 67,190. Language: English. Published: June 23, 2021 . Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen » Romance » Contemporary, Fiction » Coming of age
Young Katrina is devastated when she is taken from her mother and placed in the custody of her father and stepmother. The only comfort she gains is from the little boy she meets at school. Katrina never forgets her mother or her determination to find her. When she succeeds, things are not as she expects. Now there is only one person who can fill her emptiness....the boy from her past.
The Luckiest Woman Alive by
Price: Free! Words: 6,820. Language: English. Published: June 8, 2019 . Categories: Fiction » Mystery & detective » Cozy, Fiction » Romance » Short stories
Trish buys a lottery and is shocked to become a winner. When she is interviewed by a reporter for the community newspaper, she enjoys his company and they begin to date. Dating leads to talking about marriage. Her life is going well except for her worry about the man in the sedan who begins to follow her. Who is he and what does he want?
Retribution by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 98,660. Language: English. Published: May 19, 2019 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller, Fiction » Romance » Suspense
In this romantic crime novel, Steve Yarrow returns from war to discover that his hometown is no safer than a war zone. His family is marked for murder and he is the first on the hit list. The only escape lies in identifying the assailant and the motive before it is too late.
Betrayal by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 62,690. Language: English. Published: May 19, 2019 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Crime thriller, Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller
When Bethany becomes the target of a hired killer, the stranger who saves her becomes her hope of survival..
The Flower Girl by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 101,610. Language: English. Published: January 12, 2018 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Psychological thriller
Camilla, the Flower Girl, though a bit slow, is happy with her job at the garden store. Her twin cousins are her only family and she loves them dearly. When her boss's husband makes a pass at her, Camilla is confused and upset. When he is murdered Camilla is the prime suspect. When other disturbing crimes occur, the young police detective strives to solve the cases before more murders occur.
Too Scared to Move by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 32,870. Language: English. Published: August 26, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Religious / Christian / Emotions & Feelings, Fiction » Children’s books » Religious / Christian / Friendship
What would happen if we could go back in time and have God say "yes" instead of "no" to one of our prayers? The strong-willed girl in this middle-grade novel gets a chance to find out.
Pancho Finds A Home by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,370. Language: English. Published: May 31, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Pets & domestic animals, Fiction » Cultural & ethnic themes » Hispanic & Latino
Pancho Finds A Home is about a little dog who wanders into a small Mexican village that is preparing for a feast. He befriends a burro, hen and goat and prepares a special surprise for them.
Henry Asks by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 610. Language: English. Published: February 16, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Bears, Fiction » Coming of age
Henry, the little bear, is curious. He asks lots of questions about the world around him. However, there is one thing that does not make him curious. It happens when his sister, Betty, cooks a meal.
A Relative Matter by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 51,460. Language: English. Published: February 11, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » Regency, Fiction » Romance » Clean & wholesome
In this sweet Regency romance, Anne Taylor and her young brother, Jeremy, lose their grandfather. The estate passes to Jeremy. Since he is not of age, a guardian is named. The man is murdered and someone will stop at nothing to get his hands on the estate.
If There Were Two of Me by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 850. Language: English. Published: January 18, 2017 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Entertainment, Fiction » Adventure » Travel
This story begins with a little boy wondering what would happen if there were two of me. He imagines how one of him stays home while the other travels on exciting adventures. The imaginative illustrations spark children's curiosity about what they might do if there were two of them. The story engenders discussions as well as writing and illustrating. It is a go to for rhyme and story telling.
The God of Apple Juice and Spilled Milk Study Guide by
Price: Free! Words: 60,150. Language: English. Published: January 2, 2017 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Life / Family, Nonfiction » Inspiration » Spiritual inspiration
My purpose in writing this study guide is to explore how our experiences as earthly parents lead to an understanding of God’s parental nature. We may not understand the reason for God’s answers just as our children may not understand the answers we give them. Let's explore why trust is the cure, whether for ourselves or our children.
The God of Apple Juice and Spilled MIlk by
Price: Free! Words: 34,340. Language: English. Published: January 2, 2017 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Christian Life / Family
Parenting can be an eye-opening experience. Our experiences as earthly parents to God’s leading and teaching of His children. The similarities give insight into God’s parental nature. We learn much about God through our love for our children. Let’s explore this idea together!
Henry Has the Hiccups by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 1,020. Language: English. Published: December 4, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Family / Multigenerational, Fiction » Children’s books » Readers / Beginner
Henry is a little bear who can’t get rid of the hiccups. His family tells him to try many ways to cure them. Yet, nothing works. Grandma and Grandpa come over and Grandpa tells him a scary story to frighten the hiccups out of him. Even this doesn’t work. What will Henry do? Will he ever get rid of these hiccups?
Sunny Under the Sea by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 840. Language: English. Published: November 28, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Marine creatures (general), Fiction » Religious
Sunny the seahorse lives in the ocean with his friends. He is sad when one of them has a problem. In this story, Shrimp is upset because he is too small to hang his seaweed curtains. Pride keeps him from asking for help. When he is trapped and can't get free, will he swallow his pride and ask for help?
Chatty Clam Spreads Gossip by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 730. Language: English. Published: November 18, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Animals » Marine creatures (general)
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Chatty Clam lives under the sea with Sunny the seahorse and all of their friends. Though Chatty wants to be nice, she can't stop gossiping because it makes her feel important. When she almost causes Sunny to lose a friend, he reminds her it is important to tell the truth.She wants to please God and do the right thing so she promises Sunny she will not gossip again.
The Gum Chewing Ghost by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 25,090. Language: English. Published: October 29, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Religious / Christian / Mysteries & Detective Stories, Fiction » Children’s books » Religious / Christian / Family
Ellen's palms grew damp as she stared into the inky darkness. The light above her head lit only the top of the stairs. The basement lay below. She shivered, hating the thought of going down all alone. She listened for sounds of moaning or clanking and heard nothing. Still, it was dark and spooky down there and she had the feeling someone was watching and waiting.
Henry's Loose Tooth by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 670. Language: English. Published: October 19, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Religious / Christian / Animals, Fiction » Fantasy » Contemporary
Henry the bear is worried about what it will feel like to lose his first tooth. How it comes out surprises him. He is happy until his older brother and sister tell him his friends will tease him. He tries two creative ways to replace it before he gives up. Will his friends laugh at him when he goes to school?
Between Best Friends by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 25,550. Language: English. Published: September 2, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Family / Multigenerational, Fiction » Coming of age
Stephanie is eager to move back to her home town. Her enthusiasm evaporates when she discovers her best friend has made a new best friend. To make matters worse, her grandmother, whom she hardly knows is coming to live with her family and share her room. Will she be able to accept the changes in her life?
Do Not Disturb by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 29,140. Language: English. Published: August 28, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Action & Adventure / Pirates
Taylor Armstrong likes to write adventure stories. He hangs a sign on his door when he’s not at school so he won’t be disturbed while writing his book about a kidnapped prince. Unfortunately, Taylor has problems with a bully at school. Arlo threatens Taylor if he won’t do homework for him. Follow along to read about the adventure of the kidnapped prince and see if Taylor can outsmart the bully.
The Great Camp-Off by
Price: $1.99 USD. Words: 22,030. Language: English. Published: August 23, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Comics & Graphic Novels / Media Tie-In, Fiction » Children’s books » Nature & the Natural World / Environment
Paul is a boy who dreams of camping. He and his best friend practice how to survive in the wilderness with the little knowledge they possess. When Paul's family takes a trip to the mountains, he likes cooking outdoors and sleeping in a tent. More than anything else, he likes exploring. He meets an old mountain who teaches him to pan for gold. and a survival skill that saves his life.
The Prodigal Heart by
Price: Free! Words: 47,560. Language: English. Published: February 29, 2016 . Categories: Fiction » Christian » Romance, Fiction » Christian » Contemporary
Rachel thinks she has her life under control. She has succeeded in starting a business and she tells herself all her dreams have come true. But there is one dream that lies buried in her past, so painful that she tries never to think of it. She tries to erase all memory of her heart-stopping first love...until Jonathon walks back into her life as a widower with a young so

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