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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...
“Jewish Oaths”

“Jewish Oaths”

There’s a thing that authors do when they’ve done a lot of research that I’ve heard referred to as “I paid my dues and now it’s your turn to suffer.” 😉 You’ll (maybe) be pleased to hear that I toned down/removed the passage...
Kosher 101

Kosher 101

Disclaimer: I am not an expert. I’m an enthusiastic amateur. When in doubt, please ask your Rabbi (or your Rabbi’s spouse). Also, if I’m getting anything wrong, please correct me in the comments! (Also I am Masorti rather than Orthodox, again, your...
The Vampire and Jewish History

The Vampire and Jewish History

Some people are going to look at the title of this blog post and wince. I feel you. I do! If you don’t know about blood libel, well. Suffice to say that my book’s premise will be seen as, um, questionable in some circles. I mean, it’s not forbidden...
I love this review!

I love this review!

From Junia on NetGalley: When I started reading this book, I knew it was a vampire story, but I didn’t expect to find the most original vampire story I’ve ever seen.The story is told through three characters: Abraham, a Jewish vampire who loves animals;...

My Arisia Panels

Are you going to Arisia? I am! Faiths of Fantasy and the Future January 17, 2025, 5:30pm Harvard Square, Duration: 60 mins How can writers incorporate contemporary or invented belief systems into fantasy or future worlds, without replicating cliches about clergy,...

Year in Review

Yeah, one of those. 😉 I queried my novel. Yeah! I started in January and kept going for half a year. It was an interesting experience, but the next book is not really something they will be interested in. I’ll keep them in mind for my next standalone. I fully...

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