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Kate M. Colby

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Kate M. Colby writes paranormal and urban fantasy novels where souls are at stake, faith is a weapon, and love redeems wickedness. She holds a Master of Liberal Arts in Creative Writing and Literature from Harvard Extension School.

When she’s not writing fiction, Kate works as a wine copywriter, bakes sourdough, and chases country sunsets. She lives in Ohio with her husband, son, and two bossy cats.

Learn more at katemcolby.com

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Vampires of New Orleans: Available Now

Vampires of New Orleans book coverIn the dark corners of New Orleans, beware of the vampires…

Whether they sparkle or bite, vampire mythology runs deep in the veins of these storytellers. A group of extraordinary writers gathered in New Orleans, Louisiana, in the heart of the French Quarter to collaborate on a bloodcurdling anthology for the “Vampires of New Orleans” writer’s retreat hosted by J. Thorn and Zach Bohannon. These tale

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“While I think you were a rotten father and are still a horrid excuse for a person, I appreciate your ability to mix revenge and charity.”
Kate M. Colby, The Cogsmith's Daughter

“Dellwyn: I will teach you everything you need to know to entice your father’s murderer into killing his wife to be with you.”
Aya: It sounds so disturbing when you say it like that.”
Kate M. Colby, The Cogsmith's Daughter
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