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Seeking Representation Memoir-in-Progress

Karissa and her husband, John, both in their mid-twenties, move to Morocco to teach. Karissa hopes the new adventure will alleviate tension in their marriage, including John’s unwillingness to sleep with her. But after John admits he cheated with a man, he reveals a sex addiction that shatters Karissa’s world. Ever the good girl, she fights to keep John’s secret in a country where homosexuality is criminalized, eventually sacrificing everything to save her relationship.

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Interviews

ease lessons podcast

Karissa appears on the Ease Lessons podcast in a three-part-series. Hosted by Monna McDiarmid, Ease Lessons explores how to make life a little bit easier and more joyful. Listen to their discussions about creativity and perfectionism here. 

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