Karen is a native of Louisiana and a graduate of Grambling State University with a degree in Social Work. She loves to read and is co-founder of Sisters Sipping’ Tea Literary Book Club, Houston, TX Chapter.  Karen has always had a love and joy of reading and to date, romance novels are still the all time favorite.  Writing is a new venture for Karen and one of which she is very excited about. She finds that writing is a wonderful way to express one’s self as well as a great stress reliever.  Karen's favorite authors are Langston Hughes, J. California Cooper and Brenda Jackson. Karen is well grounded in her Christian faith while being a member of the Ft. Bend Church. She enjoys traveling, jazz and old school music, family gatherings and is receptive to all that life has to offer. Karen lives in Houston, TX with her family.