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I’ve wanted to be a writer since I was twelve but then I forgot and did a lot of other things instead. These included getting an arts degree in English and Political Studies at Auckland University (New Zealand), a postgraduate degree in periodical journalism at the University of London, travelling, having my heart broken a couple of times, meeting the right guy, building a house, having a baby - the usual milestones.
Writing romance was a fantasy I started taking seriously when I turned forty, but then I was always a late developer. But I always loved the way romances took me on an emotional journey and I think that’s the strength of this genre over any other, the way romance makes readers feel. And I certainly went through the whole range...more


One of the toughest jobs when you're writing a romance is getting the declaration of love right. It's got to pack an emotional punch and it's got to be true to this couple and this story, it's got to carry the theme and it's got to convince readers that these two will be together forever.
All my favourite romances do this brilliantly. I challenge you to read any one of these without giving a hap... Read more of this blog post »
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Average rating: 3.56 · 1,459 ratings · 275 reviews · 12 distinct works · Similar authors
What the Librarian Did (Har...
3.39 of 5 stars 3.39 avg rating — 506 ratings — published 2010 — 6 editions
Here Comes the Groom
3.73 of 5 stars 3.73 avg rating — 377 ratings — published 2010 — 5 editions
Bring Him Home
3.95 of 5 stars 3.95 avg rating — 96 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions
Stand-In Wife
3.39 of 5 stars 3.39 avg rating — 94 ratings — published 2011 — 6 editions
Mr. Unforgettable (Harlequi...
3.63 of 5 stars 3.63 avg rating — 63 ratings — published 2008 — 7 editions
Second-Chance Family
3.68 of 5 stars 3.68 avg rating — 57 ratings — published 2008 — 4 editions
A Prior Engagement
3.94 of 5 stars 3.94 avg rating — 53 ratings — published 2013 — 6 editions
Mr. Irresistible (Harlequin...
3.53 of 5 stars 3.53 avg rating — 53 ratings — published 2007 — 5 editions
Mr. Imperfect (Harlequin Su...
3.38 of 5 stars 3.38 avg rating — 47 ratings — published 2006 — 4 editions
Like Father, Like Son
3.38 of 5 stars 3.38 avg rating — 50 ratings — published 2008 — 9 editions
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“Her expression shut faster than a poked clam. 'I'll just get a cardigan.'
He might not be a hellraiser anymore but Devin valued his reputation. 'Haven't you got anything sexy?'
'Yes,' said Rachel, 'my mind.”
Karina Bliss, What the Librarian Did

“I'm a very truthful person, but if the greater good is best served by a lie then I'll tell it.”
Karina Bliss, Stand-In Wife

“You know what I wish for?” she said through a tight throat. “What I
really need? A man who loves me enough to stay.”
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“Her expression shut faster than a poked clam. 'I'll just get a cardigan.'
He might not be a hellraiser anymore but Devin valued his reputation. 'Haven't you got anything sexy?'
'Yes,' said Rachel, 'my mind.”
Karina Bliss, What the Librarian Did

“Liar,' he said in disgust. 'You're still playing doctors and nurses with the guy you screwed Charlie over with.' Her mouth fell open. 'Don't worry, I won't tell my brother. He's got enough to deal with.'
'I would never have an affair.'
'See here's where you and I part ways on our definition of fidelity,' he said. 'I think tonsil hockey with another man is off the agenda for a married woman. Call me old-fashioned.'
Her fury was unexpected. 'Who started that rumor...who!'
'What are you talking about? You admitted it.”
Karina Bliss, Stand-In Wife

“Everyone knows marriage is hard work. So if you've chosen the shackles, quit whining and get on with it.”
Karina Bliss, Stand-In Wife

“I'm a very truthful person, but if the greater good is best served by a lie then I'll tell it.”
Karina Bliss, Stand-In Wife

“We've had fifteen years of being grown-ups when we could have got together and we never have. Doesn't that tell you something?'
'Yeah, that timing is everything. Hit on me again now.”
Karina Bliss, Here Comes the Groom

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Christine Hatfield thanks for being my friend


Melissa Keith Thanks for acceptng my friend request, Karina. Have a great weekend. :-)


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