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Karina

One Woman's Journey from Fear to Freedom

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Pub Date Oct 15 2025 | Archive Date Jan 14 2026

She Shed Book House | Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), Members' Titles


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Description

Born and raised in Poland, Karina accomplished her goals-traveling and learning languages, moving to the United States, climbing the corporate ladder, marrying, and building a family-but she never truly felt happy.

In an effort to please the people around her, Karina denied her needs and squashed her own identity.

Twenty years of building the life she thought she longed for in the United States, her body began to rebel: developing irritable bowel syndrome, pneumonia, a pericardial cyst, and Lyme disease.

After a decade in the care of physicians and psychotherapists, Karina was ready to go in a new direction. Working with a holistic doctor, she came to a transformational belief: if her thoughts could make her sick, her thoughts could make her well.

Karina realized she could be the creator of her life. And that was the catalyst that saved her family, marriage, and her well-being.

Born and raised in Poland, Karina accomplished her goals-traveling and learning languages, moving to the United States, climbing the corporate ladder, marrying, and building a family-but she never...


A Note From the Publisher
Hardcover: 9798999957719

ASIN: B0FRHJF4VH

Audiobook: 9798999957726

Hardcover: 9798999957719

ASIN: B0FRHJF4VH

Audiobook: 9798999957726


Advance Praise

“I loved the issues covered, such as the importance of seeking help and having supportive people around you.”

--Frank Matuma for Readers' Favorite

“The narrative offers an honest look at the costs of ignoring one’s inner voice and the freedom that comes from finally listening to it.”

--Rabia Tanveer for Readers’ Favorite

5 Stars

"There were moments where my emotions were stirred up as I read. This proves the author to be a skilled writer. The writing is detailed, organized, and easy to comprehend. This book features themes of courage, family life, and social issues such as alcoholism, domestic violence, and more. I recommend Karina by K. K. Biernath to all readers, especially anyone seeking inspiration."

--Stewart Brian for Readers' Favorite

5 Stars:

"Karina is an emotional and reflective read that highlights the challenges women face in life. It balances Karina’s role as a daughter, mother, wife, and employee, showing how she felt pulled in every direction."

--Doreen Chombu for Readers' Favorite 

“I loved the issues covered, such as the importance of seeking help and having supportive people around you.”

--Frank Matuma for Readers' Favorite

“The narrative offers an honest look at the costs of...


Available Editions

EDITION Paperback
ISBN 9798999957702
PRICE $18.95 (USD)
PAGES 312

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