Happy New Year! And a huge welcome to 2026! I realize this blog post is about 10 days late for a ‘year in review’ post. However, there’s a link to a huge Urban Fantasy ebook giveaway taking place today! January 10th. You’ll find the link at the end of the post.
2025 saw a number of exciting releases, and a few of them were completely unexpected! In August, I published Magic Denied, a Rapunzel inspired story. I’ll be honest with you, I really went back and forth about releasing this book. As an author, sometimes I write something, and it’s for me. Usually when this happens, the book is more about me working through an idea or developing my craft. I like Magic Denied, and the more I considered it, the more I felt I should release it. It is a unique and fun spin on Rapunzel. I love the magic system in the book and the sweet romance.
At the start of 2025, I started writing Superheroes and Bakeries. I had begun the year with a personal commitment to write 1000 words a day. This goal was part of my motivation, but Keira’s journey easily wove together. And then came revisions and edits. By fall, the book was ready and posted for pre-sale, and went live on December 19th.
Both of these books have done amazingly well! So if you’re looking for a book to start off your 2026, then check them out!
In previous blog posts, I’ve mentioned that Superheroes and Bakeries is a series, so you can expect more books! At present, I cannot provide a specific release date for the next book. I do hope to release one or two books this year, though. I’ll keep you updated here, along with some early chapter segments.
There were also two very unexpected releases in 2025. Luca Becomes a Therapy Dog is a children’s book that was a complete surprise. At work, we have a few different therapy dogs who visit, and I found Luca inspiring. I asked his owner if I could write a story about him, and she agreed. It was just a simple short story. She loved it and offered to do the pictures as she’s an artist. And before I knew it, the book was released. This book is also available on Amazon for purchase. Marcy and I are also working on additional books.
The second unexpected release was the audiobook version of Realm of Magic and Terror. It is still available for .99cents/£ in the US and UK! I’m sorry to readers in other countries. Audible sets the sales, so I have very little to do with the deals or pricing. The recording for the second book in the series, Realm of Choice and Life, is underway. I hope to get started on the third book, Realm of Power and Unity, later this year!
What else can be expected in 2026? I may have another audiobook release. In the fall of 2025, I looked at renting time in a recording studio. I am considering being the vocal artist for one of my books. Though I probably won’t get started on this project until the spring. Expect more news on this release later this year. As I’m the recording artist, I’ll be able to provide a few sneak peeks!
And then there are a few other side thoughts that are percolating. I don’t quite feel ready to share these extra projects just yet.
Wow! all that sounds like a lot. But as it’s timed out throughout the year, it won’t feel so overwhelming.
Okay, and for the special giveaway: Urban Fantasy Free For All All ebooks are free today, January 10th.
Wishing you all the best for 2026!
Have a wonderful day,
K.M. Wray
K. M. Wray 