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Kathleen Ernst

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Born

Scranton, PA, The United States

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http://www.kathleenernst.com

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Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thrillers, History

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July 2010

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I grew up in Maryland, in a house full of books! Both of my parents were avid readers, thank goodness. Before we traveled to a new area, my librarian-mom used to bring home historical novels set in that place. It was a great way to get excited about history.

I began writing stories when I was maybe 10 or 11. At 15 I wrote my first novel; I sold my first novel to a publisher 20 years later! Writing was my hobby, so during those two decades I just kept practicing, reading, writing some more. What a thrill to finally hold my first book in my hand! Still, I write because I enjoy the process (at least most of the time).

For years I wrote while working at other day jobs. I spent 12 years working at a huge historic site, which was a perfect spot for ...more

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	Meet Caroline (American Girls: Caroline, #1) by Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author), Robert Papp (Illustrator), Lisa Papp (Goodreads Author) (Illustrator) 4.14 avg rating — 2,042 ratings — published 2012 — 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
	Old World Murder (Chloe Ellefson Mystery #1) 3.61 avg rating — 1,891 ratings — published 2010 — 13 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
	Danger at the Zoo: A Kit Mystery by Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author), Jean Paul Tibbles (Illustrator) 4.06 avg rating — 1,180 ratings — published 2005 — 8 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
	Caroline's Secret Message (American Girls: Caroline, #2) by Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author), Robert Papp (Illustrator), Lisa Papp (Goodreads Author) (Illustrator) 4.14 avg rating — 1,055 ratings — published 2012 — 6 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
	Caroline's Battle (American Girls: Caroline, #5) by Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author), Robert Papp (Illustrator), Lisa Papp (Goodreads Author) (Illustrator) 4.19 avg rating — 929 ratings — published 2012 — 5 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
	A Surprise for Caroline (American Girls: Caroline, #3) by Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author), Robert Papp (Illustrator), Lisa Papp (Goodreads Author) (Illustrator) 3.98 avg rating — 902 ratings — published 2012 — 8 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 Heirloom Murders (Chloe Ellefson Mystery #2) 3.86 avg rating — 926 ratings — published 2011 — 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
	The Light Keeper's Legacy (Chloe Ellefson Mystery #3) 3.83 avg rating — 921 ratings — published 2012 — 12 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
	Caroline Takes a Chance (American Girls: Caroline, #4) by Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author), Robert Papp (Illustrator), Lisa Papp (Goodreads Author) (Illustrator) 4.10 avg rating — 836 ratings — published 2012 — 7 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
	Secrets in the Hills: A Josefina Mystery by Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author), Jean-Paul Tibbles (Illustrator) 4.01 avg rating — 712 ratings — published 2006 — 11 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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Belgium-Netherlands Travel Adventure Details

Next September I’m taking an extraordinary trip to Belgium and the Netherlands—and I invite you to join me! We will explore history and heritage in the Netherlands in anticipation of a Chloe Ellefson Mystery focused on Dutch culture. In Belgium we will honor the 9th volume in the Chloe series, The Lacemaker’s Secret, by visiting […]

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Series by Kathleen Ernst

American Girl: Caroline (6 books)
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Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author),

Robert Papp (Illustrator),

Lisa Papp (Goodreads Author) (Illustrator)

4.09 avg rating — 7,638 ratings

Chloe Ellefson Mystery (11 books)
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Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author)

3.93 avg rating — 7,129 ratings

American Girl Kit Mysteries (7 books)
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Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author),

Jean Paul Tibbles (Illustrator)

4.01 avg rating — 3,439 ratings

American Girl Kirsten Mysteries (1 book)
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Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author),

Jean-Paul Tibbles (Illustrator)

3.95 avg rating — 544 ratings

Hanneke Bauer Mystery (3 books)
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Kathleen Ernst (Goodreads Author)

4.33 avg rating — 322 ratings

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Kathleen Ernst wrote a new blog post Belgium-Netherlands Travel Adventure Details Next September I’m taking an extraordinary trip to Belgium and the Netherlands—and I invite you to join me! We will explore history and heritage in th Read more of this blog post »
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Kathleen Ernst rated a book it was amazing Laugh, Cry, Reflect: More Stories From a Joyful Heart by Amy C. Laundrie (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 collection provides vivid and often tender reminders that living a joyful life can be a choice. In each essay, Amy Laundrie reflects on the everyday pleasure found among nature, animals, and loved ones. An old iron skillet evokes precious childh ...more
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Kathleen Ernst answered Kara Kuehl's question: What is your favorite book that you have written? Personally, I was (and still am) a huge American girl fan and absolutely adored all the books you wrote through American Girl. I was just wondering if you had a favorite. Hi Kara - please forgive the tardy response! For some reason I didn't see this until today. Thank you for your kind words. Writing the books I did for American Girl was certainly a highlight of my career. I can't pick just one of my titles for young See Full Answer
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“Skidmore,”
― Kathleen Ernst, Midnight in Lonesome Hollow

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“Lydia Livingston was Caroline’s cousin—and one of her best friends,”
― Kathleen Ernst, The Smuggler's Secrets: A Caroline Mystery

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“Finally Señor Zamora worked his way around the box. He nodded at Miguel, and the two men lifted away the wooden lid. Teresita and Josefina stepped closer, peering to see. The treasure was wrapped in heavy canvas. Señor Zamora wiped his hands on his trousers—which were no cleaner than he was—before grasping the top edge of the old canvas and pulling it aside. Josefina saw a glint of gold just as she heard Señor Zamora’s shocked exclamation. For a long moment, no one seemed able to find words.”
― Kathleen Ernst, Secrets in the Hills: A Josefina Mystery

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