About Kari Koskikallio

Mission statement

I simplify the complexity around us and improve the ability of future generations to live on this planet. I create stories that touch and inspire hundreds of thousands of people all over the world.  I inspire people I meet and have a positive impact on every encounter. I'm a loving husband and a father, and raise children who can think for themselves. I'm fit for my age. I explore exciting locations and cultures. I continuously learn new skills and knowledge. And above all, I live every precious day I'm given.

Values

• Simplicity -- if it is complex, it needs more work
• Beauty -- it can and should be everywhere
• Integrity -- actions express priorities, not words
• Focus -- knowing what is really important and spending time there
• Strength -- physical, mental and spiritual strength to hold up life
• Imagination -- anything is possible and everything starts with a thought
• Happiness -- the ultimate goal that can be attained every day 

Projects

1. Daytime
   
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2. Nighttime - two urban fantasy novels in the Magical Helsinki -series (working titles)
   
   1. Blood on the Snow (Verinen Lumi):  a failing Helsinki designer descends into a hidden world of vampires in a globe-spanning quest to find his true self.  Complete novel of 86.000 words in Finnish. Currently seeking a publisher.
   2. Muse (Muusa): a wanna-be painter's run for success with his newly found muse turns out to be more than he bargained for. Currently writing.