Happy New Year! 2026 is starting off at a sprint. Between moving my debut novel to new platforms and some exciting speaking engagements, there is a lot to catch up on this month.
📍 Catching Qat: The “Going Wide” Sale
Big news for my debut novel, Catching Qat. I am officially moving the book out of Kindle Unlimited to make it available on all platforms (Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, etc.). To celebrate “Going Wide,” I have two big dates for you:
🎙️ On the Air: The Wandering Scribe
I recently sat down for a recorded session with Gabriel Garcia over at The Wandering Scribe. We had a great conversation about the writing process and the themes behind my work. I don’t have the exact air date yet, but I will post an update as soon as the episode is live!
🗣️ Author Talk: French Valley Library
If you’re in the area, I’d love to see you in person! I’ll be hosting an Author Talk at the French Valley Library on January 23rd. I’ll be discussing my writing journey and answering questions from the audience. Come say hi!
📚 Fresh Reviews on Substack
If you’re looking for your next great read, I’ve been busy over on my Substack. I’m currently sharing reviews of upcoming titles I’ve received through NetGalley. If you want to see what’s worth adding to your TBR pile, head over there and subscribe.
Until tomorrow… or tomorrow!
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See what readers have to say about Catching Qat!
August 25, 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Catching Qat is an absolute TTRPG-inspired delight! The story pulls you in immediately with Qat and Qrow’s gripping pasts, then layers in a rich ensemble of characters who each bring humor, heart, and a little chaos to the adventure. The world-building is immersive, the twists keep you guessing, and the camaraderie between… Continue reading Favour Creative
Great character driven read. Great, character driven story of individual adventurers coming together as a team to face challenges. Exploring personalities, family ties and backgrounds of each person, as well as learning about the larger world in general, are all part of the enjoyable read. Players of RPGs will be particularly interested in the tale.… Continue reading Anthony Rabiola
October 28, 2025 5.0 out of 5 stars Catching Qat has magic and adventure! Format: Kindle K.T. Pike has created a world full of magic, mystery, and family. She has created characters that are relatable and imperfect that find each other and learn how to work together throughout their adventures. Battle scenes are vivid and unique… Continue reading Tracee