After a career as an aerospace engineer and raising three children, Karen returned to her childhood love and earned an MFA in Creative Writing from the New School. Karen's books are as diverse as her interests, two of them earning a total of six national book awards. When she isn't writing, Karen helps teenagers explore the process of creative writing in a safe and positive environment. See more more about Karen's upcoming projects and classes on her website, KarenRaeLevine.com