K.T. Pike

I found this piece while looking for a nearly forgotten piece of lore for my fantasy series, and thought I'd share. I seldom write in this style, but I kinda love it. What do you think?

Do you remember that I posted way back in September that I was working on an app? Guess what?! It’ll soon be live! Keep an eye out for the announcement when it’s ready! Aren’t those colors beautiful? Here are some sneak peeks! Calendar Converter You’ll be able to see what day of the year today would be on Oram. Want to know when your birthday would be? There’s an Earth-to-Oram converter. Saw a…

It’s official! I’ll be mediating for USA Today Bestselling Author J. Penner at The Spine & Vine bookstore in Temecula while she promotes her newest release, Death Meets Cute. The date is May 22nd; the time is 7 pm. And you can get your tickets here! In preparation for the event, I wanted to read the first two books in Penner’s Adenashire series, A Fellowship of Bakers & Magic and A Fellowship of…

Qrodin uses psychological magic that he learned from his Ama before he became an orphan. Ama called it Mind Magic, and all magic was referred to as Itan by his people, the Karatolii. The Right Tool While on the streets of Riversmeet, Qrodin used Itan to keep himself and his friend, Talim, safe. Magic was a mechanism, a tool in his survival toolbox. It allowed him to subtly manipulate the…

For an author, there is something magical about the physical book. The weight of the paper, the smell of the ink, and—my personal favorite—the moment a pen hits the page for a signature. I am excited to announce that digital downloads and signed copies of Catching Qat are now officially available for purchase directly through my website! Celebrate the Month of Anany In the world of Oram, the…

Coming in 2027 I am thrilled to finally share the cover and premise for my upcoming techno-thriller, FRAMED by my Digital Doppelganger. This project has been a deep dive into the terrifying intersection of identity and technology. When Hattie is arrested for a high-level eSports heist she didn’t commit, the only way out is through a 2,300-mile road trip fueled by caffeine, a screaming infant,…

Hattie is the perfect citizen. Her digital doppelganger is the perfect criminal. When Hathaway Greystone is hauled off to Franklin County for a high-stakes cyber-heist, the evidence is a digital masterpiece. A pixel-perfect clone didn’t just steal her face—it mirrored her habits, mimicked her voice, and signed her name to a crime that carries a twenty-year sentence. The algorithm doesn’t make…

Are you a member of the 52 Book Club? In case you haven’t heard of it, the 52 Book Club challenges you to read 52 books a year, and the only restriction on the books you read is that they fit one of the 52 prompts. One trick is to find a book that fits multiple prompts so you have some flexibility. Catching Qat covers at least 18 of the 52 prompts–more if you start the book on the 26th of the…

The official release date for the new look is January 23rd! But you’re going to get a sneak peek! And you might find it early in book stores if you look for it. Why the Change? You might be wondering, since it was released less than three months ago, why a new cover already? Well… In nearly every article about book design, it is stated that the cover should immediately indicate the genre. Have…

Every character tells you who they are eventually—you just have to listen. In 2017, when I first “met” Qat, the protagonist of Catching Qat, ae was a bit of a mystery. One moment, Qat presented as female; the next, male. When I finally asked for clarity, Qat just smiled. It was clear then: Qat was gender-fluid. The “Aha!” Moment Initially, I wrote the story using they/them pronouns. However,…

I did my first author video interview, and it was posted last night on Gabriel Garcia’s The Wandering Scribe YouTube channel. Check it out below! This was a huge challenge for me, as it is for most new authors. Of course, Mom said I did great. Thanks, Mom! It includes answers to how I became a writer, my Pantser journey using Dungeons & Dragons to roll my way through the story, and my biggest…

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.).…

“I’d never been a writer. I laughed because the idea was so foreign to me.” For thirty years, my world was defined by retail management—schedules, inventory, and the fast-paced hum of the floor. If you had told me a decade ago that I would eventually be waking up at 4:00 AM, not for a morning shift, but to document the adventures of a pirate-assassin and aer adopted crew, I wouldn’t have…

This year’s longest night (Winter Solstice) is December 21st. Traditionally, cultures around the world celebrate the end of the winter harvest, the beginning of longer days, or mark the coming of light by celebrating with feasts, candles, fire, or (historically) sacrifices, although the latter are usually now staged. There is evidence that the Winter Solstice was celebrated in ancient times at…

Happy Holidays, readers! To celebrate the season and thank you for your support, we are offering the biggest discounts of the year on Catching Qat! Now is the perfect time to meet Qat, Bell, and the rest of the crew, or to pick up the perfect gift for the fantasy lover in your life. This sale runs from now through Christmas Day, December 25th! THE DEALS: TWO WAYS TO SAVE We’ve split the…

Don’t have Kindle Unlimited, but want to get Catching Qat for FREE? I’m launching my first giveaway this weekend, starting Friday the 21st. It will only last THREE DAYS, so set your calendar reminder now. Purchase Catching Qat What is it? Catching Qat is the first of six novels planned for the Drakkaen Nakkla series. And I have to warn you: it starts out with an assassination. Not into that?…