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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · 6d

My FIRST blog with the folks at MURDER IS EVERYWHERE, with #mystery #authors setting their novels in places all over the globe. Please COME BY AND SAY HI!
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Introduction & How I Ended Up in 1870s London

Karen Odden - alternate Thursdays A couple of years ago, I had the pleasure of moderating a Left Coast Crime panel in Tucson comprised of ...

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SinC Desert Sleuths @desertsleuths.bsky.social · 18d

After lunch our destination was "Grand Openings: The All-Important First Page" with Karen Odden & we will never think about first pages the same way again (complimentary)! #WriteNOWConference #DSWN @karenodden.bsky.social @reporterestes.bsky.social

Karen Odden (left) smiling as host Christina Estes (right) revs us up for a wonderful presentation.

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · 7d

Today's newsletter, with news about my new blog spot, MURDER IS EVERYWHERE, an essay and book GIVEAWAY from @mariahfredericks.bsky.social, last month's giveaway from @jamesletoile.bsky.social & a new writing practice. #books #writinglife #bookgiveaway #murderiseverywhere
Read here: bit.ly/48FvIfR

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · 13d

I'm giving a webinar on Saturday, Sept 27 at 10 am (AZ time) on Query Letters for the Arizona Authors Association - free and open to all writers! Info here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · 13d

It's PUB WEEK! 20 fab mystery stories to enjoy. I'm in with "Her Dangerously Clever Hands," about a former thief who returns to London from a penal colony, only to be accused of murder. #inspectorcorravan returns! Hardcover, pback & ebook bit.ly/46PwhCq
#mystery #pubday @mysteriousbookshop.com

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · 28d

This Saturday's Webinar with @sistersincrimeaust.bsky.social - A hands-on webinar for writers. What do the first pages of award-winning books have in common, and how can you make it work for you? Register here: bit.ly/42ns5qU

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Aug 21

$1.99 ebook deal! Murder & mystery in 1870s London Art World.
Booklist *Starred Review: "A refreshing level of complexity, both in character development and plotting.... This will appeal to fans of Victorian mysteries, as well as those interested in art history." #mystery #ebookdeal

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Aug 20

Newsletter today -- some terrific short story news, James L'Etoile's new thriller SINS OF THE FATHER, the winner of last month's giveaway from Dianne Freeman, two special events for writers, and some musings on how to get the most out of writing conferences. #writinglife ❤
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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Jul 23

Just for pretty. #utahsky

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Jul 17

At last I can share the news! Huge thanks to my friends who listened to me blather about women thieves & jewelry heists in 1870s London; to @jgetzler.bsky.social (always) and @julietgrames.bsky.social for loving this idea. I'm humbled & grateful. #writinglife #anartfuldodge @sohopress.bsky.social

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Jul 10

Midsummer newsletter - my New Book Title Reveal, essay & giveaway from @diannefreeman.bsky.social @kggiarratano.bsky.social & the 7 kindest words in English. mailchi.mp/b91e134f884b... #book #giveaway #writinglife #amwriting #books

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Jun 17

BEST PRICE! $1.99 ebook! #victorian #london #mystery #art #murder

"A refreshing level of complexity, both in character development and plotting.... [For] fans of Victorian mysteries, as well as those interested in art history." — Booklist (starred review)

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A Trace of Deceit: A Novel

A Trace of Deceit: A Novel - Kindle edition by Odden, Karen. Romance Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · May 28

New Newsletter today! With a book giveaway & essay from @kggiarratano.bsky.social, a free webinar on first pages TONIGHT, the winner of a book by @shannonbaker.bsky.social and a writing tip about writing what you know, live & learn. #writinglife #amwriting mailchi.mp/0fef96abfecc...

The Question of the Year & Kim Giarratano's newest!!

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · May 27

TODAY ONLY!!! $2.99 ebook deal on the award-nom'd 1870s mystery! It's a steal. #mystery #ebookdeal #books @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · May 20

TOMORROW: A SPECIAL (FREE) VIRTUAL EVENT! A Conversation with Award-Winning Tori Eldridge - Writing Mystery, Heritage & Hawaii
Wednesday, May 21, 6:30-7:30pm (AZ time). Register here: desertsleuths.com/chapter-meet... @torieldridge.bsky.social @sincnational.bsky.social @desertsleuths.bsky.social

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · May 1

My last day as Writer in Residence at Glendale Public Library ... it's been an incredibly rewarding experience. Sad to see it end (sniff)!! #library #readingcommunity #writingcommunity #arizona

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SinCWorldWide @sincworldwide.bsky.social · Apr 23

Happy World Book Day! Celebrating is easy! Curl up with your favorite book and escape into the pages!
#booksky
#WorldBookDay

colorful graphic in teal green, maroon, and yellow shows a young cartoon woman with brown hair laying with her head on a stack of books, her feet up, reading a book with a cup of tea at her side. TEXT READS: Happy World Book Day - 23, April 2025. Books open doors to new worlds & keep the imagination alive!

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Apr 28

Love this.

Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Apr 24

So much fun tonight with @sjrozan.bsky.social at the POISONED PEN BOOKSTORE -- her new mystery, THE RAILWAY CONSPIRACY -- 1920s London with a TRAIN! What's not to love? Get your signed copy from the Pen here: store.poisonedpen.com/item/z5gDKBm...

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Gabriel Valjan @gvaljan.bsky.social · Apr 1

#congratulations @cwblackwell.bsky.social @awhcolumbus.bsky.social @juliehastrup.bsky.social @judypenzsheluk.bsky.social @roblopresti.bsky.social @karenodden.bsky.social @sincnational.bsky.social @donnacarrick.bsky.social @krtipple.bsky.social @joshpachter.bsky.social #awards

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Apr 17

$1.99 Kindle e-book deal on A TRACE OF DECEIT! Murder and Romance in the London 1878 art world.
"This will appeal to fans of Victorian mysteries, as well as those interested in art history." — Booklist (starred review)
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A Trace of Deceit: A Novel

Amazon.com: A Trace of Deceit: A Novel eBook : Odden, Karen: Tienda Kindle

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Apr 14

A TRACE OF DECEIT is $1.99 today! Mystery set in the Victorian art world. Stolen paintings & secrets.
"Refreshing" - *Starred Review from Booklist.
"This book will delight readers who like their mysteries cloaked in well-researched history." - Publishers Weekly.
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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Apr 12

PHOENIX WRITERS - Come chat about ways to connect meaningfully and authentically with your community of practice. To register, call Anticus Gallery at (480) 483-5663 or email [email protected]. $25 fee.
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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Mar 27

Woot woot! I love this!

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Karen Odden @karenodden.bsky.social · Mar 27

Hiking HEAVEN this morning. #grateful to live here #arizona

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