Katy Nyquist

Katy Nyquist has had short fiction published in Abyss & Apex Magazine, The Arcanist, Every Day Fiction, Strange Changes, and Magic, Mayhem, and Monsters. She works as an economist in Washington, D.C. and writes humorous fantasy novels to take a break from the constant math jargon.

Katy’s debut novel is A HOLY MAIDEN’S GUIDE TO GETTING KIDNAPPED, due to be published in 2025 by Podium.

Find out more on Katy’s website; and also on Tumblr.

Agent Contact: Stevie Finegan

titles


Scandals of the Gifted

  • A HOLY HAND MAIDEN’S GUIDE TO GETTING KIDNAPPED (2025)
  • A FARM GIRL’S GUIDE TO RULING AS A BLOODTHIRSTY TYRANT (TBC)

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  • A HOLY MAIDEN'S GUIDE TO GETTING KIDNAPPED

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      ‘This fantasy story is a wild ride, featuring a fascinating cast of characters that keep the story rolling. Ysabel is such a compelling character as she dodges corrupt leaders, warriors, and others who think they have a right to her… this story sucked me right in. A HOLY MAIDEN’S GUIDE TO GETTING KIDNAPPED by Katy Nyquist is a fast-paced romp full of intrigue, adventure, and steam!’ — Readers’ Favorite

      ‘[A HOLY MAIDEN’S GUIDE TO GETTING KIDNAPPED features] a protagonist with a strong voice and unique character facets like face blindness and a healing gift… and some nice worldbuilding, both in broad strokes and specific detailing.’ — Elayne Audrey Becker, author of the Forestborn duology

      ‘Absolutely fell in love with Ysabel and Kaine… The ‘opposites attract’ trope worked so well for this story… The stakes are high throughout… Great craft and storytelling!’ — April L. Wood, author of the Season of the Witch series

      ‘Both [Ysabel and Kaine are] strongly drawn and very relatable.’ — Bogi Takács, author of Power to Yield