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Well, it's a very exciting time for me right now, having released my latest novel out into the world. As a writer, I know I can't make everyone happy, but I see my book as my little gift to readers, and I hope that people find some way to connect with it, and with the characters who have become very close to my heart. Having lived with Abby and Daphne for a few years now, they've become good friends, and I know it will be hard to let them go when it's time to start on a new book. I hope The Grass Castle will be a good book for book clubs, as I think there are many issues for discussion among its varied themes. I know that my lovely publishers (A&U) will soon have some Readers Notes up on their website, with some fabulous questions to consider and rake over. Hopefully Good Reads will also be a good venue for discussions.

This is my first blog on goodreads, and I am hoping it will be a new way that I can connect with friends and readers. The good news is that I have just sent off the final page proofs on my next novel - The Grass Castle - which is due to be published by my wonderful publishers Allen & Unwin in February next year. It's an exciting but scary time sending a book out there into the world. I see it as sharing part of myself, and I always hope people will enjoy it. You can't make everyone happy of course, but hopefully the majority of readers will come on the journey with me and give in to the emotional ride.
There! First post achieved! See you soon. Karen