Karen Janowsky
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About Karen
Writing isn't just something I do, it's who I am. My very first publication was in my elementary school's newspaper when I was in the second grade, about a German shepherd who takes an airplane to Disneyland for his birthday. Since that first, resounding success, I've never looked back.
I earned my graduate degree in English from Florida State University, where I focused on creative writing. My grownup work has received several recognitions and awards including a Pencraft Award, a Kingsbury fellowship, and a nomination for a Pushcart Prize. My poetry and short fiction have been published in several literary journals since the 1990s.
I live in Maryland, United States with my husband, son, and six cats. When I'm not writing, I'm probably either playing tabletop role-playing games with my friends, having Indian food buffet with my besties, or curled up with a few cats, either watching a British mystery or reading a book.
In the Press
Janowsky's style is simultaneously funny, imaginative, and poignant.
--Trish MacEnulty, Author, Delafield & Malloy Investigation Series
I am a big fan of Karen Janowsky and read whatever this author writes. This author has a grand imagination, and talent for showing the story.
--Amy's Bookshelf Reviews and Podcast
I devoured [Dear Prudence] like the rotisserie chickens who meet their demise with my bare hands. I read it in a single sitting and I'm not sorry.
--Amazon Reviewer
What a wonderful story! Kudos to Author Karen Janowsky on a very realistic and relatable book! The characters are very real, sort of like people that we all know in our lives. I was addicted right away, and I could not stop reading. I 100% recommend Her Name Was Lola by Karen Janowsky.
--Amazon Reviewer
From scribbled stories in Elementary School notebooks to this incredible moment—watching your dedication, talent, and tireless hard work pay off is a dream come true. Huge congratulations on officially getting signed by your literary agent!
The world is about to fall in love with your stories just like we always have. We are endlessly proud of you and cheering you on every step of the way to publication!
--Karen's mom and dad
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My agent, Ivanka Dimitrova
Olswanger Literary Agency
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