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Excited to announce the release of The Immortal Alchemy Mandala & Pattern Adult Coloring Book.

Escape into a magical world of 100 intricate mandalas and fantasy-inspired patterns drawn from the imaginative works of Kit Danforth’s Immortal Alchemy Series.

Each page offers a creative escape while you transform designs into your own radiant masterpieces. Discover peace, joy, and harmony— in the act of coloring.

The Immortal Alchemy Series Official Mandala & Pattern Coloring Book

I'm thrilled to announce the release of my new book - Death of a Spa Queen: A Kerry Ryan Mystery!

Now on Amazon.

A spa guest is dead.

After the death of her father, PI Kerry Ryan, a former Bronx cop, tough and smart, investigates the mysterious demise of Angela Weston, a spa guest. She’s sent undercover to the world-class resort, precariously situated on the edge of the Santa Barbara Mountains.

After she arrives at the luxury retreat, the body count rises faster than the time it takes for Botox to freeze a wrinkle. Kerry encounters the Spa's eccentric, feuding owners, its hostile, shoe-obsessed, panty-stealing staff, and a handsome attorney who shows her the natural wonders of the coast. Her boss connects her with his helpful but mysterious contact. Maybe he's just a tech-savvy surfer, but he acts like a spy with mad paramilitary skills.

The elusive clues left by Angela Weston and the Spa's suspicious staff don't escape Kerry's keen observations any more than chocolate mousse on a dieter's hips. Kerry has issues, too. She talks to her deceased father and never gets a second date because she can't turn off the interrogation button.

In the land of sunshine and auras, Kerry escapes an explosion, a landslide, and outsmarts an assassin. Everybody looks guilty. Armed with her iron will and questioning mind, Kerry must navigate a web of secrets, lies, and dangerous betrayals to uncover the truth of the Spa's connection to the murders. With every new victim, the clock is ticking-and she's the next target.

Themes: Courage, Romance, Greed, and Revenge

“Kit Danforth has given us a timeless tale of courage and belonging that will delight fantasy lovers of every age.”
—David Paul Kirkpatrick, former production chief, Walt Disney Studios

Thank you, David Paul Kirkpatrick. Your words mean the world to me.

I am thrilled to announce the release of my new book - Owen Greenley and the Cape of Leaves!
A middle-grade epic fantasy on Amazon.

Perfect for fans of courageous kids, loyal friendships, coming-of-age journeys, fun adventure, and magical worlds where bravery matters most.

I'm sitting here at my desk reviewing your personal messages and want to say thank you.
I've spent years building this world, but it doesn't truly come alive until it reaches your imagination. To every person who grabbed a copy, or stayed up until 3:00 AM to finish "just one more chapter"—my thanks belong to you.
You, the Reader

Reading your theories, your heartfelt reactions, and your favorite quotes has reminded me why I fell in love with storytelling in the first place.

What has touched me most is your recommendations about the book to your friends and family. Word-of-mouth means everything to an author, and the fact that you trust my world enough to share it with your loved ones is the highest compliment I can receive.

The Heart of the Story
One of my favorite parts of your feedback has been learning which parts of the book resonated most with you. Some have an appetite for the darker, twistier threads of the story. Others–the humor! And the best part for me is that you want to know what happens next!

I've loved knowing you connected with the slow burn romance and the lethal charm of characters who are as dangerous as they are captivating. You've resonated with Soul Binder's adventure and quest as well as a generational saga rooted in ancient conflicts and cursed legacies. Seeing you embrace my fugitive heroine as she navigates a world of witch hunters, forbidden knowledge, and a secret past has been incredible. Whether it was the characters being bound by blood or the layers of historical fantasy fiction, I am so glad these themes found a home in your hearts.

What's Next
While I'm taking a brief moment to celebrate this milestone with a very large cup of tea, my mind is already turning to what comes next. I'm plotting out story lines now and have written many new pages. My characters' journeys are far from over, and I can't wait to share more of this world with you.

Thank you for believing in the magic.
With immense gratitude,
Kit

“Soul Binder is a richly imagined tale of alchemy, betrayal, and fierce destiny. Kit Danforth writes with the deftness of Leigh Bardugo and the soulfulness of Robin Hobb—an intoxicating blend of poetic prose and razor-wire tension. Coll is the kind of heroine we ache for: lost, luminous, and utterly unforgettable. Her journey is harrowing and humane, crackling with dangerous magic and deeper truths. I heartily recommend this novel to anyone who still believes that fantasy can thrill the mind and stir the soul.”— David Paul Kirkpatrick, former president of Paramount Pictures

Thank you, David Paul Kirkpatrick. Your words mean the world to me. #StorySummit

Big news! SOUL BINDER has been reviewed by Kirkus Reviews—one of the most respected voices in publishing! I am thrilled, and their words mean the world. I am grateful, humbled, and excited to share the highlights of their review with you.

“The excitement comes in seeing what will unfold next, as both Coll and the reader are initially in the dark about what powers she might possess, and why others might fear them. The suspense is maintained well over the course of the narrative, and it will keep readers turning pages…the mystery of Coll remains engaging, with trouble always lurking nearby. An often compelling journey that throws a plucky servant into a dangerous world.”— Kirkus Reviews

Excited to share, I’m doing my final edits on Immortal Alchemy, the second book in the series. It takes a daring leap 116 years into the future, where a familiar face resurfaces... changed, challenged, and very much alive. Don’t worry, Coll and Niccolo’s journey continues in Book 3 and will weave into this ever-expanding universe.

A spell bound them together. An elixir could tear them apart.

When Zofi casts a love charm, she doesn’t summon her soulmate—she’s hurled into 1603 London, a city ravaged by plague where rival alchemists fight to uncover a lost manuscript and the secret to eternal life. There she meets Alexander, a brilliant but penniless alchemist whose obsession with immortality could save—or doom—them both.

As danger closes in, betrayal lurks at every turn, and love may be the most dangerous magic of all.

Prepare to be enchanted in the second book of the Immortal Alchemy series.. A story of ancient magic, a lost manuscript, an elixir for immortality, and a hunt for the lovers destined to change the world.

Thank you to all who have purchased my book and joined me in embarking on this fantastical journey. I give you my heartfelt thanks.

Dear Readers, I am excited to announce that my second book, Immortal Alchemy, in The Immortal Alchemy Series, will be released at the end of August. My team and I are working on the new book trailer and can’t wait to share it with you. More updates to follow! I appreciate your support, it means so much to me- Kit