Karen Lawson, a proud resident of the tranquil foothills of North Carolina, bears the remarkable badge of a 50-year marriage and shares her cozy home with two generations of her kin: her spirited grandsons, aged 20 and 10, and a trio of cherished canine companions. Beneath the serene surface of her life lies an emotional undercurrent of commitment to equality and justice—a fire kindled in her heart at the tender age of 12 by the revelatory book “Black Like Me.” This literary encounter thrust her into the harsh spotlight of racism and discrimination, leaving an indelible mark on her conscience.

Karen’s epiphanic journey unfurled with courage as she navigated a transformative terrain. The echoes of her awakening reverberated through conversations that stretched across generational divides, resonating with her parents, who were entangled in the grip of prejudice. Her mother’s ungracious conduct towards their black housekeeper acted as a poignant catalyst, propelling Karen toward her mission to carve a path toward a society shorn of inequity.

In the tapestry of the 1960s, Karen’s life was interwoven with the civil rights movement, etching the tumultuous narrative onto her very being. As she treaded the hallways of her high school, the presence of vigilant police officers at each turn underscored the simmering cauldron of racial tension that seethed throughout the nation. With each footfall, she imbibed the lessons of that era—lessons of resistance, resilience, and the power of collective voices.

Her blossoming into adulthood wasn’t a mere passage of time but a symphony of academic aspirations that crescendo with distinction. Salem College and Wake Forest University’s Counselling Department saw her through the corridors of education, shaping her into an advocate for women and families grappling with the tenacious clutches of addiction. Her mantle boasts titles earned through dedication—a Licensed Clinical Addictions Counsellor and a Certified Clinical (Addiction) Supervisor. For an illustrious 32 years, addiction treatment centre’s were her crucible, where she wore myriad hats from counsellor to director, extending her wisdom to addicts, alcoholics, dual diagnosis patients, and their families. The call of personal experience underscored her mission as addiction’s touch grazed her family.

The cycle of Karen’s life is embedded with wisdom, compassion, and resilience, which bore her to a serene retirement at age 62. Now, she tends to her blossoming houseplants galore and delicately weaves stories through knitting baby sweaters—a life led not just for herself but for the lineage she’s nurtured and the dreams she’s woven into the fabric of her existence.

With her great wisdom and passion for her work, she aimed to spread the wisdom that could support her cause. Being an author of an amazing saga of historical fiction that encompasses life reality intricately dealing with the sensitive topics considered taboo until now. The blend of the vintage era and the taboo that still runs in the time, she has mastered the art of pulling two edges binding them together in the bond of miraculous stories. Her White Family series Sercie Hills, Summit Street, Bitsy & Clara are the marvels of historical fiction. 

Sercie Hills  

Driven by her family’s history, Karen Lawson found herself compelled to unveil the lives that once found solace within the walls of Sercie Hill. Within the pages of her inaugural opus, the White Family Series, Karen’s voice emerges as a beacon illuminating the shadows cast by addiction. Each word penned is a testament to the endurance displayed by those who walked the tumultuous path of addiction—a path fraught with uncertainty and the absence of empathy and aid. With the magic of her words, Karen Lawson offers an insight into the lives entwined with the disease of addiction. The book is a monument to these lives, once cloaked in obscurity, now given voice and acknowledgment. With grace and compassion, Karen’s work doesn’t just illuminate the struggles; it honors the strength and fortitude of those who faced them.

Summit Street

This living wordsmith, the second volume of the White Family Series, Clara’s legacy unfurls—a legacy rich in luminous and shadowed hues. As the pages turn, they unveil a tableau marked by the strains of addiction and the black lash of racism that ran through their lives. It is a journey embedded with complexities, where adversity and hope intertwine. Karen Lawson’s meticulous storytelling highlights the intricate interplay between personal struggles and the broader context of societal dynamics. With eloquence and sensitivity, this book illuminates the lives that navigated the crossroads of racism and addiction, offering a poignant reminder that understanding our past is key to shaping a more compassionate future.

Bitsy and Clara 

The White Family Series by Karen Lawson navigates the issue by showcasing Clara and her daughter Bitsy’s journeys, where they learned and evolved against worldly challenges. The continuous addictive pattern that was prone to suppress women’s rights is portrayed beautifully by encapsulating Clara and Bitsy’s gaining the power of prominence in society despite all the obstacles they have faced in The White Family Series. Kara Lawsons, The White Family Series, is the wordsmith of Historical fiction that unleashes the feminine power that took over the 90s world. The mother-and-daughter duo sets an example that amplifies feminine growth, evolution, and finding lost peace.