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I was born in Washington D.C., and raised in Maryland where I began a career in teaching. Then, after relocating to Florida, my career path straddled both education and healthcare, primarily for senior citizens suffering from Dementia.

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I have many hobbies and interests, which include writing poetry, something I’ve done since childhood. Under the pen name, K.T. McGivens, I published my first book of poems in 1992, to much acclaim and have been the recipient of two statewide First Place awards for my work.

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Then, at age 63, several friends encouraged me to try my hand at writing a novel and thus began a new career as the author of the Katie Porter Mysteries, a multibook series that I continue to write to this day. The mysteries focus on strong female characters, problem solving, trusted friendships, courage and tenacity; a formula I learned from growing up reading the Nancy Drew Mysteries.

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I still currently live in the panhandle of Florida and have two grown children.

© 2024 by K.T. McKivens

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