by Katherine Villyard | Jan 2, 2026 | writing
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...
by Katherine Villyard | Dec 24, 2025 | novels
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...
by Katherine Villyard | Nov 16, 2025 | about me, novels, press
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...
by Katherine Villyard | Nov 5, 2025 | cons, novels
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...
by Katherine Villyard | Nov 3, 2025 | novels, vampires
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...
by Katherine Villyard | Aug 5, 2025 | writing
(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...
by Katherine Villyard | Jul 18, 2025 | cons, giveaways, novels, reading
Are you going to the Seattle WorldCon? I am! Broad Universe Rapid Fire Reading ReadingsRoom 347-348, Wed. 7:30–9 p.m. Join Broad Universe for a fun, fast-paced group reading to showcase the work of women and nonbinary authors who will read a short snippet from a...
by Katherine Villyard | Jul 8, 2025 | novels, press
Immortal Gifts is a Literary Titan Gold Book Award Winner!
by Katherine Villyard | Jun 17, 2025 | history, novels, research
From the “I researched and then cut it” files… John and Eliza were unrecognizable as the street urchins we’d taken in. They were clean, healthy, dressed in the finest clothes money could buy, and we had a governess for them. John was eight and Eliza...
by Katherine Villyard | Jun 13, 2025 | novels, press
I’m one of Barnes and Nobles 10 Favorite Indie eBooks of 2025! Immortal Gifts is a gripping vampire tale that blends history, suspense, and romance. Katherine Villyard delivers a powerful story of survival, identity, and the price of being...