Karen Restaino
Renowned author and playwright, bringing stories to life through her captivating works.
Join her on a journey of imagination and creativity.
About
Karen Restaino
Karen Restaino is an accomplished professional within the arts and entertainment industries. She is an author and playwright whose written works include her debut play, A Guinea Too Much and is the creative mind behind novels such as The Ringmaster and Weight In Gold.
In addition to her existing portfolio, Karen Restaino is currently serving as the librettist for the anticipated upcoming musical Bye-Bye Boobz
New Release
Weight In Gold
If you’re searching for a meaningful book to enjoy this winter or a thoughtful gift for someone who appreciates heartfelt stories, Weight In Gold has already found its place among many Winter Reads favourites for 2026.
The story emerges from quiet, chilling moments, profound reflection, and characters we only seem to encounter in Victorian Winter tales during long, dark nights. However, be warned: this is not a meek and mild version of A Christmas Carol to share with children by the fireside. The characters are raw and honest, portraying the true essence of salt-of-the-earth British people living in a world inspired by dark, actual events dating back to 1822 in a real town disguised under the fictional name of Merifield.
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The Ringmaster: First Addition
Television Recognition
Karen's TV drama 'Age Concerned' was shortlisted for Channel 4’s The Plays The Thing in 2006 and she was also instrumental in casting the Italians for the 1st series of Peaky Blinders with Colouring Book and Tykes