Written From Experience
books by karen cyniata written from the inside out
Each of these books was written from lived experience. The kind of knowing that only comes from having been there. Browse below and choose the one that feels most right for where you are.
The Secret Diary Series
A Memoir of a Domestic Violence Survivor. Karen's story, in her own words.
The Secret Diaries is Karen Cyniata's memoir series documenting her journey through domestic violence, survival, and ultimately reclaiming her life and her freedom. Available individually or as a complete three-book series.
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Book One
Things We Do For Love
Karen's account of the first twelve years of her marriage and the extraordinary lengths she went to in order to keep her family together.
Book Two
Dark Night of the Soul
The overwhelming process of taking the necessary steps to escape an abusive marriage and protect herself and her children.
Book Three
Breaking Free
The Family Court battle and the final journey to freedom, protecting herself and her children from an intentionally vindictive ex-husband.
Complete Series
The Secret Diaries Three Book Bundle
All three books in one complete volume. Karen's full memoir of resilience, courage, and survival from beginning through to freedom.
A Self-Empowering Guide for Women
Take Control of Your Love Life. because you deserve more.
Written to help women identify toxic relationship patterns, reclaim their self-worth, and create the healthy relationships and life they deserve.
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Self-Empowering Guide
How to Stop Dating Toxic Men
A transformational guide of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and self-love to help women take control of their lives and create healthy relationships.
Matching Workbook
Stop Dating Toxic Men Workbook
Over seventy interactive questions to help you discover if you are in a toxic relationship and how to take control of your love life for good.