6 Quotes & Sayings By Karen Cushman

Karen Cushman is a bestselling author of contemporary romances, New York Times and USA Today bestsellers, and a three-time recipient of Romance Writers of America’s prestigious RITA Award. She is also the author of thirty-five nonfiction books on topics from writing to marriage and relationships. In addition to writing, she is a licensed health care professional who has worked as a teacher, counselor, and clinician. Karen’s more than sixty books have been translated into more than thirty languages Read more

She lives in Texas with her husband, David.

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Love brightens and purifies the heart. Karen Cushman
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[in the context of 1881] "Don't you want to get married and have babies? Mrs. Bergman used to say that women need-" "What women need is more exercise, shorter skirts, and their own way once in a while. Karen Cushman
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It's important to know what you think, my dear, or else you will be so hemmed in by other people's ideas and opinions, you won't have room for your own. Karen Cushman
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.. .. I cannot escape my life but can only use my determination and courage to make it the best I can. Karen Cushman
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I am near fourteen and have never yet seen a hanging. My life is barren. Karen Cushman