Hi all!
So I just finished reading Karen White‘s THE BEACH TREES and I loved it so much that I just HAD to have her on the blog. We’ll be giving away one copy to a U.S. reader who leaves a comment. Winners must stop back here to claim their prize.
I loved THE BEACH TREES. It’s a story about what it means to rebuild when you know life tears down. It’s a story about persisting. It’s also got a bit of a mystery at it’s heart, as well as a love story. All in Karen’s lovely prose. I highly recommend.
Win it by leaving a comment!
Welcome to the blog, Karen.
As you know, I’m a big fan of your writing. Your stories are dramatic and engaging, and your voice and perspective are fascinating!
Tell us about THE BEACH TREES!
THE BEACH TREES is set in pre-Camille (1950s and 1960s) and post-Katrina Biloxi, Mississippi and New Orleans. It goes back and forth between two women from two different generations whose lives are entwined by the disappearance of the same girl. At the heart of the book is the story of a woman’s searching for home, and finding along the way that letting go can be the only way to move forward. As with all of my books, there’s a mystery and a bit of a love story, but essentially it’s a story of a woman’s.
What do you hope readers will take away from one of your books?
THE BEACH TREES deals with survivors–of devastating hurricanes and heartache. I want my readers to discover along with Julie (the protagonist) that tragedy can bring with it great opportunities for kindness, and that life can be about discovering what makes surviving worthwhile. In the end, I want my readers to feel uplifted.
Where can readers learn more about you?
On my website at www.karen-white.com and my Facebook fan page at www.facebook.com/karenwhiteauthor.
Very short answer questions:
Favorite TV show:
Medium
Color socks you’re wearing:
Hot pink and black (they’re my warm sleep socks!)
Pets:
Quincy, an adorable Havanese dog.
Hobby:
Scrapbooking
Book you’re reading right now:
Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonson
One personal item on your writing desk:
Picture of my kids.
Favorite calorie-splurge indulgence:
Carrot cake with cream-cheese frosting.
One thing you would change about yourself:
My workaholic-ness. I can’t seem to relax anymore!
Your greatest wish for the world (one word):
Faith.
Thanks for coming on the blog!
Thank you, Lisa!
Leave a comment to enter to win!
P.S. November’s LOVE TO READERs winner is Mark Kirkland. Congrats, Mary! Check out my LOVE TO READERS page and let me know what you want (lisa at lisa dale books dot com).
P.P.S. Karen has a new book out too! It’s called THE STRANGERS ON MONTAGU STREET. Check it out!
The book sounds great and I would love to read it. I also enjoy scrapbooking and I have two big dogs.
This book sounds so good I have added it to my TBR list. I like pink and black too
This book sounds like a great read. Thanks for the heads up on this one. One of the reasons I like visiting blogs is because of all the new authors I find out about.
Oh and thanks so much for the love to readers contest, I just sent you an email
This book sounds great! Please enter me in the drawing!
Linda Cacaci
LinCaca3@aol.com
The Beach Trees sounds like a great read.
Checked out your website & I love the picture of you & Quincy. My best friend has a female Havanese, all black, named Jingle Bella. She is the sweetest dog, ever.
drainbamaged.gyzmo at gmail.com
Just wanted to stop by to say that this IS an amazing book…I already have it so don’t enter me please….This is a great give away Lisa and good interview with Karen!!
i love karen’s novels…thanks for the chance to read this one
This book sounds like a wonderful read! I’ll enjoy reading it!
Pat Cochran
This book sounds great. I have add it to my TBR pile. I love carrot too. Especially around the holidays!!!
KimmyL
I like the title–”Beach Trees”, the cover image and the complexities–two different generations connected to one woman; love and mystery, and I appreciate the introduction to Karen White’s work.
Hurricanes and other natural disasters seem to be in the news more. My sister lives in hurricane alley and would also enjoy reading this story.
I do like to read about people who have big challenges and come out stronger.
A memorable book which I would appreciate greatly.
This contest is now closed. Thanks to all for entering!