Meet Kat

Get to know the author and artist behind katebedaniella.com. Discover the inspirations, perspectives, and unique blend of mythic fantasy, romance, and darkness that shape my stories and artwork.

My Unique Perspective

What sets me apart is the way my stories blend mythic fantasy, romance, and darkness through a deeply personal lens. I write characters who are powerful yet vulnerable, bound by legacy, culture, and instinct, and I’m unafraid to let beauty and brutality coexist on the page. My perspective is shaped by being born in Zambia and growing up between cultures, which influences how I approach ancestry, community, spirituality, and survival in my worlds. I gravitate toward found family, intense bonds, and morally complex choices, crafting stories that feel both epic and intimate. The result is fantasy that feels lived-in—rooted in emotion, layered identity, and the raw tension between who we are, where we come from, and who we are becoming.

Crafting Lived-In Worlds

My books are intentionally diverse, drawing from and exploring many cultures and mythologies beyond my own, weaving them together with care and respect to create rich, layered worlds. I gravitate toward found family, intense bonds, and morally complex choices, crafting stories that feel both epic and intimate. The result is fantasy that feels lived-in; rooted in emotion, layered identity, and the raw tension between who we are, where we come from, and who we are becoming.

The Person Behind the Worlds

Beyond my books and art, I want people to explore the parts of my website that show the person behind the worlds. Things like my inspiration journals and behind-the-scenes notes, where I share how ideas form, how cultures and mythologies influence my work, and what I’m thinking about while building a story. I want readers to see my playlists, mood boards, and visual references, because music, atmosphere, and emotion shape my writing just as much as words do. My blog and updates matter too—not just announcements, but reflections on creativity, identity, heritage, and the messy, human side of making art. Altogether, those spaces are meant to make it clear that my stories don’t come from nowhere; they come from curiosity, lived experience, and a deep love for storytelling in all its forms.

"Kat's stories are a captivating blend of myth, emotion, and cultural richness. Her unique perspective shines through in every word and brushstroke."

- A Fan