Adult dark fantasy writer. !!!!!. Hype. Kitschy grunge. They/them. Cetacean needed. Reads more books than you (probably) || ICE UPON A PIER out now || THE FEALTY OF MONSTERS (March 2024)
My name is Jo, publishing as Ladz, and my pronouns are they/them. I write genre fiction, whether it's dark fantasy, horror, fantasy, or some mélange of all three. They're all intended for adult audiences, and I recommend checking out the content warnings for each before diving in.
While I do try to share updates on my writing, this tumblr is mostly a space for me to find inspiration and quotes I relate to, get excited about the media I love, and boost work from my friends.
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Learn more about my work below!
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Ice Upon a Pier (April 11, 2023)
A novella that's a retelling of the life and crimes of Richard Kuklinski. A lesbian contract killer indulges in an interview about the ways she's used ice magic to freeze time and get away with literal murder.
The Fealty of Monsters Volume 1 (March 12, 2024)
Art by @t-hornapple. A gothic horror political fantasy retelling of the Russian Revolution with queers and vampires. Sasza Czarnolaski serves a human court, but no one knows he's a vampire. Sasza quickly learns that he will do anything to preserve peace in the Empire–including giving in to the monstrosity he spent so many years concealing from even himself.
The Cradle of Eternal Night (October 22, 2024)
Art by @pompoison. A standalone sapphic horror romantasy in which a bard and a witch fall in love on a quest to bring the light back to their dark world. Sapphic, magical, and tense, perfect for fans of Dark Souls and grumpy x sunshine romance.
Upcoming
The Institute of Manners (The Fealty of Monsters Volume 2 (20??)
Art by @t-hornapple. The revolution is paused for now as our main cast goes to graduate school. Lessons include avoiding assassination attempts, uncovering the secrets of a despot, and staying on top of the rumors of a horror-worshipping cult and anti-imperial activities alike.
I also have a whole bevy of short stories on my itch account, which is the best place to get my work if you want to leave a tip.
My author newsletter update twice a month - on the 1st and sometime between the 13th and 18th. The first is all updates, the second usually talks about insight from writing, sales, new work, and both include a picture of my cat.
Feel free to ask me anything regarding my books, my short fiction, my self-publishing journey and anything else you'd care to know about!
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🩸 BLURB REVEAL 🩸
One of the premier vampire writers has blessed me with a blurb that summarizes the rancid vibes of OUR CRIMSON CAGE, my F/F/F retelling of Carmilla taking place in 19th Century Poland. Koren has been with me since the crash out that made the concept and draft real, and I thank him most days for supporting my nonsense.
If you want MORE queer vampires behaving poorly in the name of their own ideals and self preservation but with more court intrigue, absolutely check out the Age of Blood trilogy, whose first two books are out now (MISTRESS OF LIES and LORD OF RUIN). You can preorder PRINCE OF ASH, which comes out in 2027.
OUR CRIMSON CAGE is about a lady watching over her house, the new maid trying to rob her, and the vampire freed from her basement prison and out for blood. It comes out August 11th 🩸
Anya is live and ready to show you everything. Watch her strip, dance, and perform exclusive shows just for you. Interact in real-time and make your fantasies come true.
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Free to watch • No registration required • HD streaming
Anya is live and ready to show you everything. Watch her strip, dance, and perform exclusive shows just for you. Interact in real-time and make your fantasies come true.
✓ Live Streaming✓ Interactive Chat✓ Private Shows✓ HD Quality
Anya is LIVE right now
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Free to watch • No registration required • HD streaming
Anya is live and ready to show you everything. Watch her strip, dance, and perform exclusive shows just for you. Interact in real-time and make your fantasies come true.
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Anya is LIVE right now
FREE
Free to watch • No registration required • HD streaming