Record #:

7628

Author(s):

Martin, D.G.

Abstract:

Jan Karon brought to life the imaginary mountain town of Mitford in nine novels. The town is based on Blowing Rock, where Karon lived while she wrote most of the books. The story lines follow the central character, Father Tim Kavanagh, an Episcopalian priest who ministers to his mountain parish. Martin describes Karon's struggles to write the first book and how it found a place with a New York publisher. Although the Mitford series is complete, Karon will continue the Father Tim character through three more novels in new locales.

Source:

Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 73 Issue 9, Feb 2006, p38-41, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Women authors; Karon, Jan, 1937-

Record #:

43210

Author(s):

O'Sullvan, Joanne

Abstract:

Caldwell County native, Jan Karon is the author of over two dozen books , including 14 novels centered on a small town, modeled on nearby Blowing Rock. She recently established the Mitford Museum as part of a revitalization effort for the town of Hudson.

Source:

WNC Magazine (NoCar F261 .W64), Vol. 15 Issue 4, Winter 2022, p22 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hudson--Description and travel; Karon, Jan, 1937-; Mitford Museum (Hudson, N.C.); Museums--Hudson