World-renowned author Karen Rose visited Mount Maunganui's Old Grumpy's Gallery yesterday for a book signing after being enticed to visit by Papamoa fan Rosie Leask.
Rose spoke to the fans gathered at the shop about how she put her books together and also spoke about her personal experiences.
Her fans brought in books, new and old, for Rose to sign. Rose's first novel was Don't Tell, released in July, 2003, and her 15th novel, Watch Your Back, was released this year.