Author Archives: KarenShayKubiak

Anything is Possible

I was once told, “It doesn’t matter where you come from, only where you go.” The truth is, I will never forget where I’m from, but it no longer defines me or my destiny. I’m the oldest of three siblings. … Continue reading

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Infinite

My great grandfather, Peter, was an alcoholic. He lived in Poland and I’ve been told he died before his children came to the United States. My mother left that home as an adult and married an alcoholic. My grandfather was … Continue reading

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Bill of Rights Celebration

Chapter 5 of my book begins with my observation of some of the fundamental differences between the U.S. and the Soviet Union: “I was raised in a country founded on the importance of the individual, self-reliance, and freedom of expression, … Continue reading

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“Helping a Soviet Jew”

2011 has gotten off to a great start for me! An article about my book is in the January 3 publication of the The Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle. Susan Ellman, the freelance writer who wrote the piece, was nice enough to … Continue reading

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Crazy to Incredible

Six months ago, I found out that Skyhorse Publishing was willing to sign me on as an author and publish my book. Since that time, I have reviewed and revised the book four “offical” times: two rounds with my wonderful … Continue reading

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