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Karen Brough

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Karen Brough has always had a passion for books, spending countless school lunchtimes in the library.

She eventually became a primary school teacher, maintaining her connection with children’s literature.

After teaching, she began sharing the encouragement God gave her via her blog, followed by writing books. Some of her books tell of her journey through autoimmune illness and recovery, while others go back to her childhood connection with children’s literature.

She loves to make reading fun and tells a great yarn in children's books. Most of her stories are based on real-life events. The most amazing things have happened, and she longs to share these with you, to bring a smile, or to touch the heart.

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	I Can't Believe They're Gone: A kid's grief book that hugs, helps, and gives hope by Karen Brough (Goodreads Author), Hiruni Kariyawasam (Illustrator) 4.69 avg rating — 170 ratings — 15 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Tale of The Little Black Cloud: A Heartfelt Children's Sadness Book on Friendship, Healing, and Emotional Resilience by Karen Brough (Goodreads Author), Lori Boag (illustrator) 4.57 avg rating — 70 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Coast is Clear by Karen Brough (Goodreads Author), Matthew Valenti (Illustrator) 4.18 avg rating — 56 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Be Held By Him: Finding God When Life Knocks You Off Your Feet 4.65 avg rating — 49 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Angie Loves to Dance: Finding Joy in Life's Adventures by Karen Brough (Goodreads Author), Hiruni Kariyawasam (illustrator) 4.22 avg rating — 36 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Gracie the Groodle: Fun Golden Doodle adventures by Karen Brough (Goodreads Author), Hiruni Kariyawasam (Illustrator) 4.79 avg rating — 29 ratings — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Be Held By Him Companion Guidebook: Finding God When Life Knocks You Off Your Feet 4.71 avg rating — 24 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Take A Breath With Him: Experiencing God When You're Getting Back On Your Feet (Be Held By Him Book 3) 4.58 avg rating — 24 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Take a Breath with Him Companion Guidebook - Experiencing God When You're Getting Back On Your Feet 4.70 avg rating — 10 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Take a Step with Him - Adventuring with God into Fresh Beginnings it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 4 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Even Jesus’ Crumbs Are Enough: Trusting Jesus’ Provision in the Smallest Moments

Have you ever felt like you didn’t belong? You had some stressful situation or just didn’t know what to do next?

And you wondered where Jesus’ provision was?

Jesus’ Provision is always available

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We didn’t speak the local languages.
We looked different.
Our mannerisms and way of communicating were different.

We ate different foods to the locals.
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A Change of Heart (Harmony, #5)

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Kindle Direct Publishing: Crack the KDP Code and Discover Real Strategies to Sell More, Rank Better, and Succeed Long-Term as a Self-Published Author (Self Publishing)

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Firefly Magic: Heart Powered Marketing for Highly Sensitive Writers

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Karen Brough rated a book it was amazing These Long Shadows (On Victory's Wings, #3) by Jennifer Mistmorgan (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This is the first — and most definitely won’t be the last — book I read from Jennifer Mistmorgan. These Long Shadows was a wholly unique read. It began a little more slowly than I expected, and in a season where life itself has been holding some heavi ...more
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Karen Brough rated a book it was amazing The 30 Day Creative Writing Workbook For Kids Ages 8-12: Fun Daily Lessons and Prompt to Build Confidence and Teach Great Storytelling by BrightPath Publishing	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Karen Brough rated a book liked it HR Approved Ways to Write Funny Memos: 75 Witty Alternatives for What You Want to Say at Work but Can't - Office Coworker Gag Gift (The Office Laugh Collection) by Harmony HR Press	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Karen Brough rated a book it was amazing Christmas Kindness Activity Book: A festive activity book of stories and kindness for children ages 4–8 (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning) by Catherine Stephenson (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Karen Brough rated a book really liked it Pray, Play, Slay! Short Devotions for Young Athletes: Build Mental Toughness, Resilience, and Teamwork with This Easy 52‑Week Sports Bible Devotional for Teens—One Minute at a Time by Coach Marcus James	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Karen Brough rated a book really liked it A Very Hairy Christmas: Bigfoot's Holiday Advice: Experience Christmas Bigfoot Way; Witty Humor; Gift for Men, Women, Teenagers, and Adults (The Very Hairy Bigfoot Series) by Joe Haun	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Karen Brough rated a book liked it Fascinating Facts Book of Moon's Mysteries: Mind-Blowing 500+ Moon Mysteries & Discoveries: A Family-Friendly Lunar Guide with Research References (Fun & Intriguing Facts Books Series) by Vladimir Cejzl	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Theories rather than Facts at times. Sadly, this has lead me to question the other books in this series.
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Theories rather than Facts at times. Sadly, this has lead me to question the other books in this series.
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“He is closer to you than your breath, and He cares more than you realize.”
― Karen Brough, Be Held By Him: Finding God When Life Knocks You Off Your Feet

tags: christian-books, christian-encouragement, christian-hope, chronic-illness, faith, faith-through-trials, spiritual-comfort

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“Not all healing is immediate, but all hope is eternal.”
― Karen Brough, Take a Step with Him - Adventuring with God into Fresh Beginnings

tags: christian-devotional-books, christian-encouragement, christian-hope, christian-testimony, faith-journey, fresh-starts, life-transitions, new-beginnings, spiritual-adventure, spiritual-growth

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“Sometimes we fall into the trap of thinking that faith is only about doing, when so often, it's about receiving. When we allow ourselves to stop striving, we're finally free to let God breathe life back into us”
― Karen Brough, Take a Breath with Him Companion Guidebook - Experiencing God When You're Getting Back On Your Feet

tags: autoimmune-recovery, christian-devotional-books, christian-encouragement, christian-hope, christian-testimony, chronic-illness-recovery, faith-during-hardship, recovery-faith, spiritual-growth, spiritual-healing

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“I Can't Believe They're Gone Emotions aren't good or bad, or right or wrong—they just are.”
― Karen Brough, I Can't Believe They're Gone: A kid's grief book that hugs, helps, and gives hope

tags: bereavement, bereavement-loss, comforting-thought, comforting-words, grief, grief-and-loss, grief-and-loss-books, grief-and-loss-quotes, kidlit-book-author, kids-books

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“You're sad because you've lost someone you loved.”
― Karen Brough, I Can't Believe They're Gone: A kid's grief book that hugs, helps, and gives hope

tags: bereavement, children-s-grief, comforting-words, grief-and-loss, grief-and-loss-quotes, grief-book-quote, grief-inspirational, grief-quotes, kids-grief-book

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“He is closer to you than your breath, and He cares more than you realize.”
― Karen Brough, Be Held By Him: Finding God When Life Knocks You Off Your Feet

tags: christian-books, christian-encouragement, christian-hope, chronic-illness, faith, faith-through-trials, spiritual-comfort

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“You will get through this.”
― Karen Brough, Be Held By Him: Finding God When Life Knocks You Off Your Feet

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“Let Me pour life back into you.”
― Karen Brough, Be Held By Him: Finding God When Life Knocks You Off Your Feet

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