What I have that is eligible for Awards, 2026 edition
Scalzi did it over here, so I’m doing it, too. Note that if you are a Nebula or Bram Stoker voter, you can read my work for free on the SFWA or HWA forums. Like John, I’m using the Hugo categories. Best Novel: Immortal Gifts, February 2025. Published by...
Immortal Gifts – the Audiobook
Did you miss my Kickstarter, but still want my audiobook? That’s okay, I have you covered. It’s now available on my Patreon at the dhampir level. Honestly, it’s a pretty sweet deal, getting basically ALL THE THINGS.. Want a preview? How about THE...
ME on Nice Jewish Books!
I had a great conversation with Sheryl Stahl on the Nice Jewish Books podcast! Sheryl says: Sheryl Stahl sits down with author Katherine Villyard to discuss Immortal Gifts, a historical fantasy starring Abraham, a Jewish vampire trying to balance...
My CONjuration Panels! let me show you them!
Vampires: Everyone’s Favorite Monsters? – CONjuration Are vampires making a comeback with the popularity of the AMC+ TV show? What are the “rules” of being a vampire in various books and media? Where did the vampire myth come from? Who are some of YOUR favorite...
Kickstarter!
Do you want a book that’s explicitly against homophobia and antisemitism? Do you love beautiful special edition hardcovers and multi-narrator audiobooks? Have you ever wanted a Jewish Interview with the Vampire or a Jewish Gilda Stories, or a vampire book...
Countries and US States I’ve Been To
Let’s start with the US states, as it’s probably more impressive. I counted driving through places but not (obviously) flying over them. I’ve lived in Texas, Washington, Utah, Virginia, and Georgia, but I’ve driven through or visited a lot... Kickstarter!!!
Do you love beautiful books with custom art? Do you love multi-narrator audiobooks? I have something for you: Immortal Gifts is a vampire fantasy about mortality, immortality, grief, love, and overcoming prejudice. Abraham, my main character, was a 19th century Jewish...
Align your email domain
So, if you have an author newsletter–or, indeed, any other kind of newsletter–your email service will probably ask you to “authenticate your domain” or “align your domain.” They probably even have something adorable that you can...
Research for Authors (the Gen X librarian edition)
(Swear warning, as I have opinions.) Do you have a library degree? If so, go ahead and skip this post. I give you permission! For everyone else: here is how NOT to research your novel (in no particular order): Ask ChatGPT. Don’t do it. Wikipedia. Look, anyone...Subscribe
