Karen Casey is a writer and workshop facilitator for 12-step recovery. Her first book"Each Day a New Beginning: Daily Meditations for Women," was published in 1982, and she has published 26 titles since then. Casey has traveled throughout the United States and internationally carried her message of hope to others in recovery. Casey is also a sought after speaker at such venues as the international A Course in Miracles conference. Visit her at www.womens-spirituality.com.