My new mystery is here! All June Left Behind is a twisty tale about an introverted farmer who discovers that opening his heart to others may be the only way to confront the painful truth about his beloved wife’s murder. Thanks to readers, friends, and the writing community for your incredible support—it means the world […]
Thank you for choosing All June Left Behind for your book club. I’m happy to join you for your discussion. There is no higher honour for a writer than to be invited into your circle. Having been to many book clubs, I always enjoy the insightful discussion and often find I learn more from you […]
“Yes!” Amy squeals as I slip on the ring. “I love you.” She hugs me. I appreciate it, having agonized over where to pop the question. Fairbanks Park, overlooking the river. A perfect place for picnics, community activities. For private conversations. “I love you, too.” I nestle my nose in her neck, draw in the […]
It’s not his thumping tail or his soft brown eyes looking up at me that kills me. The discarded collar slices my heart like a blade through soft butter. Most weeks, I’m okay. But today, I’m unsure if grief is worth the price of love. Broken Hearts Gallery Literary is a new venture created by […]
All June Left Behind is the story of a grieving farmer determined to uncover the truth about his wife’s murder. ARC readers say, “Ray will grab your heart from the beginning. This mystery is a whopping good page-turner that will keep you guessing until the end.” Coming May 6. Preorder Today! Ray had it all—a […]
Early morning sunlight filters through the kitchen window. Darlene turns from the counter and her eyes lock on my plate. Alone together, I feel her heat.“You’re kidding, right?” she says, holding a plump red apple.There is a deafening silence. Even the birds outside hold their song. I shift in the chair, wait. It won’t be […]
Originally Published by Punk Noir Press on February 1, 2025. Punk Noir Magazine put out a call for flash submissions themed Valentine Crimes of Passion, written in less than 100 words. It was a challenge! Grateful ‘Ice Child’ was accepted. It was only a box of chocolate. But I knew my dream girl deserved it. Problem was my paper-route paid $4 a week, […]
Thank you for choosing Flat Out Lies for your next book club read. I’m always happy to join you for your discussion. There is no higher honour for a writer than to be invited into your circle. Having been to many book clubs, I often find I learn more from you than you do from […]
Karen Grose is from Toronto, Canada. Her debut novel, The Dime Box, was selected by Amnesty International for its 2021 Book Club. Her second is Flat Out Lies, and All June Left Behind is coming Spring 2025. She has flash, poems, and short stories published by Roi Faineant Press, Paddler Press, Punk Noir Magazine, Epistemic Literary Magazine, Hooghly Review, Bunker […]
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