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<![CDATA[Author Karen Wiesner's Website - Karen\'s Quill Blog]]>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:05:40 -0600Weebly<![CDATA[Karen Wiesner's Karen's Quill Newsletter (March 2026)]]>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:56:32 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/karen-wiesners-karens-quill-newsletter-march-2026

Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
March 2026

Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/
Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog

In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 156 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection.

NEW RELEASE!

WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES (formerly titled WRITING THE FICTION SERIES), 3D Fiction Writing Fundamentals Collections, Volume 3 and the Bonus Companion Booklet
Writing Reference
Available now in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html
https://writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/

I was featured in Margaret L. Carter’s February 2026 News from the Crypt Newsletter. You can read it here (and sign up for the Crypt): https://www.margaretlcarter.com/newsletter-245-february-2026/.
I’ve also reposted the interview in its entirety on my blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog

On the Alien Romances Blog, I’ve posted an original article called “Valentine's Day: Passion, Peace, and Purpose” with my artwork on the Alien Romances Blog. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/02/valentines-day-passion-peace-and.html

I'm reviewing books on the Alien Romances Blog. Here are the latest:

Forward: Stories of Tomorrow Collection (Various Authors): https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/03/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html

Trapped by Michael Northrop: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/02/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-book.html

Miscellaneous Selections by T. Kingfisher/Ursula Vernon: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/02/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-review-of.html

NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES

EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrims Series
Inspirational Romantic Fiction
Available in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/

BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series
Romantic Paranormal Fantasy
Available now in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/

WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES (formerly titled WRITING THE FICTION SERIES), 3D Fiction Writing Fundamentals Collections, Volume 3 and the Bonus Companion Booklet
Writing Reference
Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html
https://writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/

NEW REVIEWS

Find out more here:
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/

AUTHOR PAGES

Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/
Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner
WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS

https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html

In 2026, I again intend to work as if I'm already retired, except in the case of whenever my publisher is ready to work on editing my seven last books for publication/issue (not counting an OOP children's book I hope will be reissued). In that case alone, I will work on a schedule. Otherwise, I'll just follow whatever makes sense to work on at any given time.
2026 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html

For the moment, my sporadic art practice (with the goal of illustrating children's books) is being displayed on my blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog

Get a free copy of Across the Genres: A Writers Exchange Showcase (including 5 full-length novel downloads in one volume) by signing up to receive Writers Exchange Publishing's newsletter!
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/cwmeub2oxo

]]><![CDATA[New Release: WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES, 3D Fiction Writing Fundamentals Collections, Volume 3 and the Bonus Companion Booklet]]>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:38:17 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-release-writing-the-standalone-series-3d-fiction-writing-fundamentals-collections-volume-3-and-the-bonus-companion-booklet

WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES (formerly titled WRITING THE FICTION SERIES), 3D Fiction Writing Fundamentals Collections, Volume 3 and the Bonus Companion Booklet
Writing Reference
Available now in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html
https://writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review: Forward: Stories of Tomorrow Collection (Various Authors)]]>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:36:12 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-forward-stories-of-tomorrow-collection-various-authors

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of Forward: Stories of Tomorrow Collection (Various Authors) on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/03/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review: Miscellaneous Selections by T. Kingfisher/Ursula Vernon]]>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:02:10 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-miscellaneous-selections-by-t-kingfisherursula-vernon

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of Miscellaneous Selections by T. Kingfisher/Ursula Vernon on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/02/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-review-of.html

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review: Trapped by Michael Northrop]]>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:49:48 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-trapped-by-michael-northrop

In an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series, this week I review Trapped by Michael Northrop on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/02/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-book.html

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Original Article: “Valentine's Day: Passion, Peace, and Purpose” with my artwork]]>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:34:12 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-original-article-valentines-day-passion-peace-and-purpose-with-my-artwork

I’ve posted an original article called “Valentine's Day: Passion, Peace, and Purpose” with my artwork on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/02/valentines-day-passion-peace-and.html

]]><![CDATA[Interview in News from the Crypt]]>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:32:44 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/interview-in-news-from-the-cryptI was featured in Margaret L. Carter’s February 2026 News from the Crypt Newsletter. You can read it here (and sign up for the Crypt): https://www.margaretlcarter.com/newsletter-245-february-2026/

Below, I’ve reposted the interview in its entirety:

What inspired you to become a writer?

Honestly? The library! From the time I started grade school, my favorite place was the library. I'd never seen so many books in one place before! All we had for reading in my home were a very old dictionary (which I read from page one to the last--it was missing both front and back covers as well as a couple of the end papers; a moldy, cloth-bound copy of a Nancy Drew book that was pulled from the well; and weekly editions of TV Guide that I read compulsively, as it was really the only consistent reading material that came into the house). Even in kindergarten, the librarian saw my love of books and stories and reading. She gave me a job working in the library, and I was always allowed the right to check out the brand new books as soon as they came in. Storytime was a special part of every day for me. I would fall into wonder, becoming the main characters in each one, with the varied stories that the librarian (or my mom) read to us. I was in my single digits when I wrote my first story (and illustrated it, too). Fast-forward from my first book being published in 1998, and I've now written all the books I ever plan to (156 of them!) and will retire from writing as soon as my publisher and I finish editing the last of them--hopefully this year or shortly thereafter. We have seven last ones to finish up, not including a children's story I'd like to see reissued. In my retirement, I'm hoping to illustrate the children's books my sister (author Linda Derkez) and I write either together or separately.

Please tell us about your work. Are they connected among each other in any way? Does the reading order of the novels matter?

My contemporary romance series include Adventures in Amethyst Series, Angelfire Series, Cowboy Fever Series, Gypsy Road Series, Kaleidoscope Series, Wounded Warriors Series. Other contemporary romance single-titles I've written include RESTLESS AS RAIN and a 2-in-1 set of novellas. For most of these, there is some overlap in terms of certain characters or locations making appearances in one or more of the other series titles or within the standalones. My favorite among these series: Adventures is Amethyst Series, set in Amethyst, Wisconsin, a small, peaceful town on a pristine lake with an active tourist season in summer. When the air turns chill, the area is transformed into a ghost town with only a handful of lifers who stay. Populated with colorful characters, Amethyst is bursting with mystery, romance, and jealousy. Come and visit a place where anything is possible all-year-round.

As for inspirational/Christian romance, I've written Family Heirlooms Series and the spinoff Friendship Heirlooms Series. Peaceful Pilgrims Series is set in the same town of Peaceful, Wisconsin and features some of the secondary characters from the Heirlooms installments. Some of the Peaceful Pilgrims stories are Christian, but not all. Peaceful is a small community with old-fashioned values and friendly people you'll want to get to know and visit often.

I also write suspense. Denim Blues Mysteries is a cozy mystery trilogy. Falcon's Bend Series was a long-running series set in my made-up Falcon's Bend that was more hardcore with police procedurals--including both novels and many shorter offerings collected in "Case Files" anthologies. My romantic suspense/action-adventure series, Incognito, features a covert branch of the government called The Network and deals with the complicated, dangerous lives of its operatives. This award-winning, 12-book series is in the process of being reissued by my publisher (fingers crossed that Books 9-12 become available again this year or possibly next).

I have a romantic science fiction/futuristic series called Arrow of Time Chronicles that features a descendent of my beloved clumsy girl Zoë Bertoletti (from Family and Friendship Heirlooms series) on board the human spaceship Aero. When mankind realized Earth would become uninhabitable, Humans built space habitations. Their first allies arrived in 2073 and shared their technology to power ships through space corridors that fold space and time. Only 58 years into their struggle for survival, an enemy emerges. In the wake of this threat an organic menace is only beginning to be recognized, ensuring the annihilation of every living thing if, together, they can't find a way to stop it.

Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series includes paranormal/supernatural horror novels all set in the eerie (made-up) town of Bloodmoon Cove. Nestled on Lake Superior in northern Wisconsin is a small, secluded town with volatile weather, suspicious folk…and newly awakened ghosts. Don’t close your eyes…

Woodcutter's Grim Series has a mix of shorts and novels. These speculative romances contain twists of fantasy and horror that stem from retold fairy tales. For the ten generations since the evil first came to Woodcutter's Grim, the Guardians have sworn an oath to protect the town from the childhood horrors that lurk in the black woods. Without them, the town would be defenseless…and the terrors would escape to the world at large.

In the single-title realm under the speculative romance umbrella, I've written SWEET DREAMS and a 2-in-1 set of novellas.

I've also written a smattering of poetry and children's books, and my seven-volume writing reference collection 3D Fiction Fundamentals is in the process of being published and/or reissued with a brand new offering on the horizon. This how-to course covers the A to Z's of crafting the highest quality fiction. Each of the main books comes with a Bonus Companion Booklet which has any blank worksheets from the main book provided free in an editable digital file. A print edition is available for a fee. Some of the bonus booklets also contain detailed examples and exercises.

My body of work is undergoing all new covers and manuscript formatting, and this overhaul has resulted in the decision to offer many of my series installments in a single volume. As such, book re-numbering is also being undertaken for several of my series. I hope this huge task will be completed this year, or, at the latest, 2027.

The reading order for all my series is listed on my website on a page called "Suggested Reading Order".

What is your latest or next-forthcoming book?

My very last work of fiction came out (fittingly, given the supernatural theme) in October 2025, the epic conclusion of Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series, BAD BLOOD, Book 11, which wraps up all the series arcs that have developed over the course of the previous ten installments. George and Rafe, some of the last descendants of the Mino-Miskwi Native American tribe whose elders disappeared 125 years ago after tearing a hole in the veil between worlds, have been featured in all previous books in the series. From the beginning, George has been cautious about anything mystical. But is eldritch justice the only thing that can heal Erie County's paranormal vulnerability once and for all? In this wrap-up novel, the already thin veil between worlds may be sundered completely.

My very last brand-new book will come out hopefully within the next several months: Volume 4 of my 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: WRITING THE OVERARCHING SERIES {or How I Sent a Clumsy Girl into Outer Space}. As I'm writing this, my publisher and I are editing Volume 3, which will be the reissue of WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES, formerly published by Writer's Digest Books as WRITING THE FICTION SERIES {The Complete Guide for Novels and Novellas}. I've extensively re-written it to detail how to most effectively write these two very different types of series.

What is the URL of your website? What about other internet presence?

https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog
http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/
https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/
https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner

I have a large collection of articles I've written, as well as videogame reviews and checklists, which you'll find on my website. Be sure to check out my blog while there, where I post my sporadic art practice (with the goal of illustrating children's books), my weekly (Friday) posts including hundreds of my "enriched" book reviews on the Alien Romances blog, book releases, reviews, and other updates concerning the entire scope of my work.

As I head rapidly toward retirement as a writer, this interview feels like a fitting summary and wrap-up of my entire career. Thank you for this opportunity, Margaret.
]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review: Three Fantasy Horror Selections by T. Kingfisher]]>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 17:18:57 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-three-fantasy-horror-selections-by-t-kingfisher

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of Three Fantasy Horror Selections by T. Kingfisher on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/02/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html

]]><![CDATA[Karen Wiesner's Karen's Quill Newsletter (February 2026 Edition)]]>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:58:58 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/january-30th-2026

Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
February 1, 2026

Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/
Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog

In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 156 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection.

I'm reviewing books on the Alien Romances Blog. Here are the latest:

Soldier Son Trilogy (not associated with Realm of the Elderlings) by Robin Hobb; https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/01/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0241397739.html

The Far Reaches Collection (Various Authors): https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/01/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0237855.html

NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES

EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrims Series
Inspirational Romantic Fiction
Available in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/

BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series
Romantic Paranormal Fantasy
Available now in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/

WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES (formerly titled WRITING THE FICTION SERIES), 3D Fiction Writing Fundamentals Collections, Volume 3 and the Bonus Companion Booklet
Writing Reference
Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html
https://writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/

NEW REVIEWS

I received a new review for BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series:

5 Stars! “In the Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series finale, BAD BLOOD, Wiesner ties together all loose ends (including the spirit of the Umbra Law Firm) to bring about a very satisfying end to the problems haunting and causing havoc to Erie County. After feeling as though I knew some of these characters personally and for so long, I find myself a bit sad at the knowledge that I will never meet them again. (Not to mention how much I enjoy it when an author gets all mystical in the tale.) This story is exciting. Toward the ending, it became breathtaking. Literally. At one point I realized that I was holding my breath. Why? Zombies. (Yet, as my husband says, "Everything is better with zombies.") Karen Wiesner writes creative and intriguing stories that fluctuate between tugging on your heart strings, making you chuckle, and warming your soul.” ~Huntress Reviews

Find out more here:
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/

AUTHOR PAGES

Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/
Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner

WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS

https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html

In 2026, I again intend to work as if I'm already retired, except in the case of whenever my publisher is ready to work on editing my seven last books for publication/issue (not counting an OOP children's book I hope will be reissued). In that case alone, I will work on a schedule. Otherwise, I'll just follow whatever makes sense to work on at any given time.
2026 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html

For the moment, my sporadic art practice (with the goal of illustrating children's books) is being displayed on my blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog

Get a free copy of Across the Genres: A Writers Exchange Showcase (including 5 full-length novel downloads in one volume) by signing up to receive Writers Exchange Publishing's newsletter!
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/cwmeub2oxo

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review: The Far Reaches Collection (Various Authors)]]>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:56:46 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-the-far-reaches-collection-various-authors

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Far Reaches Collection (Various Authors) on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/01/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0237855.html

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review: Soldier Son Trilogy by Robin Hobb]]>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 18:30:49 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-soldier-son-trilogy-by-robin-hobb

In an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series, Oldies But Goodies, this week I review Soldier Son Trilogy (not associated with Realm of the Elderlings) by Robin Hobb on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/01/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0241397739.html

]]><![CDATA[New review on the Alien Romances Blog: The World of the White Rat with Swordheart and The Clocktaur War, Part 2 by T. Kingfisher by Karen S. Wiesner]]>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:58:58 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-review-on-the-alien-romances-blog-the-world-of-the-white-rat-with-swordheart-and-the-clocktaur-war-part-2-by-t-kingfisher-by-karen-s-wiesner

In the final of a two-part article, I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The World of the White Rat with Swordheart and The Clocktaur War by T. Kingfisher on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/01/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0544943041.html

]]><![CDATA[New review on the Alien Romances Blog: The World of the White Rat with Swordheart and The Clocktaur War, Part 1 by T. Kingfisher by Karen S. Wiesner]]>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 17:14:46 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-review-on-the-alien-romances-blog-the-world-of-the-white-rat-with-swordheart-and-the-clocktaur-war-by-t-kingfisher-by-karen-s-wiesner

In the first of a two-part article, I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The World of the White Rat with Swordheart and The Clocktaur War by T. Kingfisher on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/01/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01950087951.html

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review: The Saint of Steel Series by T. Kingfisher]]>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 16:59:24 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-the-saint-of-steel-series-by-t-kingfisher

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Saint of Steel Series by T. Kingfisher on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2026/01/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html

]]><![CDATA[Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter (January 1, 2026 Edition)]]>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 19:54:57 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/karen-wiesners-karens-quill-newsletter-january-1-2026-edition

Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
January 1, 2026

Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/
Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog

In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 156 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection.

My 2025 accomplishments:
-completed editor revisions for 3 novels
-had 3 novels published
-read 393 books (Note: I don't distinguish between short and long books--any story counts as 1 read. I can read a lot of short stories in a single day.)

New on the Alien Romances Blog:

Per my usual holiday tradition of an article inspired by Dickens' A Christmas Carol, check out my new article "Fellow-Passengers to the Grave" on the Alien Romances Blog here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/12/fellow-passengers-to-grave-by-karen-s.html

In honor of the upcoming holidays of Thanksgiving and Christmas, I've posted a review for The Sisters of the Winter Wood by Rena Rossner combined with an original article called "Unique": https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/11/review-for-sisters-of-winter-wood-by.html

I'm also reviewing books. Here are the latest:

Three Retold Fairytale Selections by T. Kingfisher: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/12/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0781332546.html

Sworn Soldier Series by T. Kingfisher: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/12/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-book.html

NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES

EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrims Series
Inspirational Romantic Fiction
Available in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/

BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series
Romantic Paranormal Fantasy
Available now in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/

WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES (formerly titled WRITING THE FICTION SERIES), 3D Fiction Writing Fundamentals Collections, Volume 3 and the Bonus Companion Booklet
Writing Reference
Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html
https://writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/

NEW REVIEWS

I received a new review for BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series:

5 Stars! “In the Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series finale, BAD BLOOD, Wiesner ties together all loose ends (including the spirit of the Umbra Law Firm) to bring about a very satisfying end to the problems haunting and causing havoc to Erie County. After feeling as though I knew some of these characters personally and for so long, I find myself a bit sad at the knowledge that I will never meet them again. (Not to mention how much I enjoy it when an author gets all mystical in the tale.) This story is exciting. Toward the ending, it became breathtaking. Literally. At one point I realized that I was holding my breath. Why? Zombies. (Yet, as my husband says, "Everything is better with zombies.") Karen Wiesner writes creative and intriguing stories that fluctuate between tugging on your heart strings, making you chuckle, and warming your soul.” ~Huntress Reviews

Find out more here:
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/

AUTHOR PAGES

Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/
Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner

WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS

https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html

In 2026, I again intend to work as if I'm already retired, except in the case of whenever my publisher is ready to work on editing my seven last books for publication/issue (not counting an OOP children's book I hope will be reissued). In that case alone, I will work on a schedule. Otherwise, I'll just follow whatever makes sense to work on at any given time.
2026 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html

For the moment, my sporadic art practice (with the goal of illustrating children's books) is being displayed on my blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog

Get a free copy of Across the Genres: A Writers Exchange Showcase (including 5 full-length novel downloads in one volume) by signing up to receive Writers Exchange Publishing's newsletter!
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/cwmeub2oxo

]]><![CDATA[New Original Article on the Alien Romances Blog: "Fellow-Passengers to the Grave" by Karen S. Wiesner]]>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:12:46 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-original-article-on-the-alien-romances-blog-fellow-passengers-to-the-grave-by-karen-s-wiesner

Per my usual holiday tradition of an article inspired by Dickens' A Christmas Carol, check out my new article "Fellow-Passengers to the Grave" on the Alien Romances Blog here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/12/fellow-passengers-to-grave-by-karen-s.html

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Reviews: Three Retold Fairytale Selections by T. Kingfisher]]>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 15:28:42 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-reviews-three-retold-fairytale-selections-by-t-kingfisher

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of Three Retold Fairytale Selections by T. Kingfisher on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/12/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0781332546.html

]]><![CDATA[New 5 Star review of BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series]]>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:54:49 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-5-star-review-of-bad-blood-book-11-bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series

I received a new review for BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series:

5 Stars! “In the Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series finale, BAD BLOOD, Wiesner ties together all loose ends (including the spirit of the Umbra Law Firm) to bring about a very satisfying end to the problems haunting and causing havoc to Erie County. After feeling as though I knew some of these characters personally and for so long, I find myself a bit sad at the knowledge that I will never meet them again. (Not to mention how much I enjoy it when an author gets all mystical in the tale.) This story is exciting. Toward the ending, it became breathtaking. Literally. At one point I realized that I was holding my breath. Why? Zombies. (Yet, as my husband says, "Everything is better with zombies.") Karen Wiesner writes creative and intriguing stories that fluctuate between tugging on your heart strings, making you chuckle, and warming your soul.” ~Huntress Reviews

Find out more here:
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/

]]><![CDATA[My 200th Review on the Alien Romances Blog: Sworn Soldier Series by T. Kingfisher]]>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:51:16 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/my-200th-review-on-the-alien-romances-blog-sworn-soldier-series-by-t-kingfisher

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of the Sworn Soldier Series by T. Kingfisher on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/12/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-book.html

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Reviews: Four Young Adult Fantasy Selections by T. Kingfisher/Ursula Vernon]]>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:57:45 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/december-05th-2025

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of Four Young Adult Fantasy Selections by T. Kingfisher/Ursula Vernon on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/12/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html

]]><![CDATA[Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter (December 1, 2025)]]>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:49:30 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/karen-wiesners-karens-quill-newsletter-december-1-2025

Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
December 1, 2025

Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/
Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog

In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 156 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection.

New on the Alien Romances Blog:

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of Miss Hickory by Carolyn Sherwin Bailey with some of my tribute art to this beloved children's story of mine on the Alien Romances Blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/11/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01550779161.html

In honor of the upcoming holidays of Thanksgiving and Christmas, I've posted a review for The Sisters of the Winter Wood by Rena Rossner combined with an original article called "Unique": https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/11/review-for-sisters-of-winter-wood-by.html

In an article titled "An Author's Legacy", I talked about authors putting down in writing their wishes for the future of their body of written work while they're alive. https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/10/an-authors-legacy-by-karen-s-wiesner.html

I'm also reviewing books. Here are the latest:

Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel) by Suzanne Collins: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/11/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-sunrise.html

NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES

EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrims Series
Inspirational Romantic Fiction
Available in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/

BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series
Romantic Paranormal Fantasy
Available now in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html
https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/

WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES (formerly titled WRITING THE FICTION SERIES), 3D Fiction Writing Fundamentals Collections, Volume 3 and the Bonus Companion Booklet
Writing Reference
Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats
https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html
https://writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/

AUTHOR PAGES

Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/
Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner

WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS

https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html

In 2025, I intend to work as if I'm already retired, except in the case of whenever my publisher is ready to work on editing my last nine books for publication/issue (not counting an OOP children's book I hope will be reissued). In that case alone, I will work on a schedule. Otherwise, I'll just follow whatever makes sense to work on at any given time: 2025 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html

For the moment, my sporadic art practice (with the goal of illustrating children's books) is being displayed on my blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog

Get a free copy of Across the Genres: A Writers Exchange Showcase (including 5 full-length novel downloads in one volume) by signing up to receive Writers Exchange Publishing's newsletter!
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/cwmeub2oxo

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review of Miss Hickory by Carolyn Sherwin Bailey with Tribute Art Done by Karen Wiesner]]>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:20:11 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-of-miss-hickory-by-carolyn-sherwin-bailey-with-tribute-art-done-by-karen-wiesner

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of Miss Hickory by Carolyn Sherwin Bailey with some of my tribute art to this beloved children's story of mine on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/11/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01550779161.html

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review Combined With an Original Article Called "Unique" by Karen S. Wiesner]]>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:47:00 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-combined-with-an-original-article-called-unique-by-karen-s-wiesner

This week, in honor of the upcoming holidays of Thanksgiving and Christmas, I've posted a review for The Sisters of the Winter Wood by Rena Rossner combined with an original article called "Unique".

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/11/review-for-sisters-of-winter-wood-by.html

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review: Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel) by Suzanne Collins]]>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:46:05 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-sunrise-on-the-reaping-a-hunger-games-novel-by-suzanne-collins

I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of Sunrise on the Reaping (A Hunger Games Novel) by Suzanne Collins on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/11/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-sunrise.html

]]><![CDATA[New Alien Romances Blog Review: Subseries 3: The Tawny Man Trilogy (The Realm of the Elderlings) by Robin Hobb]]>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:29:48 GMThttps://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog/new-alien-romances-blog-review-subseries-3-the-tawny-man-trilogy-the-realm-of-the-elderlings-by-robin-hobb

In an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series, Oldies But Goodies, this week I review Subseries 3: The Tawny Man Trilogy (The Realm of the Elderlings) by Robin Hobb on the Alien Romances Blog.

Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/11/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html

If you missed my initial reviews of other The Realm of the Elderlings offerings, find them here:

The Realm of the Elderlings Series Overview by Robin Hobb: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/04/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01079386185.html

Subseries 1: The Farseer Trilogy (The Realm of the Elderlings) by Robin
Hobb:
https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/05/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html

The Inheritance & Other Stories by Megan Lindholm/Robin Hobb: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/04/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html

"The Willful Princess and the Piebald Prince" and "Words Like Coins" (The Realm of the Elderlings) by Robin Hobb: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/05/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_02084389014.html

Subseries 2: The Liveship Traders Trilogy (The Realm of the Elderlings) by Robin Hobb:
https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2025/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01614603765.html

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