Inspiration
Musings
Immersion
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Women Unveiled: distinctive feminine narratives challenging societal boundaries.
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Dancing the Labyrinth
Winner of the 2024 Eyelands Book Award (SP)
Set in Crete, Cressida has fled an abusive past, only to face unexpected challenges when she learns she's pregnant. Struggling with the fear of passing on her father's violent traits to her unborn, Cressida stumbles upon a cave adorned with ancient Minoan paintings. This discovery becomes a catalyst for her personal journey of self-discovery and healing.
The Bringer of Happiness
Sara navigates a gripping tale of death, destiny, and the soul's purpose, spanning from Jerusalem to Egypt, Crete, and ultimately to France.
This (almost) true narrative weaves together history and Greek mythology with imagination to offer a captivating exploration of spirituality and its mysteries.
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About Me
Hi, I'm Karen Martin.
I am an Australian independent playwright, theatre director and author living in regional Victoria, Australia.
I am known to have run away with the Women's Circus, created plays in prisons and written theatre that strived for transformation.
I have won awards for my work (thank you), got funding to travel to write in-situ, and learned to listen carefully when the muses whisper in my ear.
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In the realm of literature, it is time for women to bask in the spotlight. Let us celebrate our narratives, rich with complexity and depth. For too long, female protagonists languished in the periphery of literature, overshadowed by male counterparts. Reflecting societal norms, such writings perpetuated the notion of women as secondary figures. There is a shift in this narrative, as women occupy the forefront of contemporary novels embodying qualities of bravery, innovation, power, and provocation. The series Women Unveiled stands testament to the enduring resilience and significance of women’s stories.
