Karen Kingsbury is an American author of Christian fiction, non-fiction, and children's books. She has written over 40 novels, many of which have been bestsellers on the New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly lists. Kingsbury's books have sold over 25 million copies worldwide and have been translated into more than 30 languages. She is best known for her Baxter Family series, which follows the lives of a family in the Pacific Northwest. Kingsbury is also a public speaker and has appeared on numerous television and radio programs. She is a passionate advocate for adoption and foster care, and her work has been featured in many magazines and newspapers.