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Ursula Vernon

b. 1977

1 series 4 books in order 1 standalone book

Ursula Vernon (born 1977) is an American writer, artist, and illustrator who also publishes books for older audiences under the name T. Kingfisher. Her awards include Hugo Awards for the graphic novel Digger, the fantasy novel Nettle & Bone, and the novella Thornhedge, as well as a Nebula Award for the short story "Jackalope Wives". In this catalog she is credited with the Sworn Soldier series, including What Moves the Dead and What Feasts at Night. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)

Born
1977
Known for
Sworn Soldier

Series by Ursula Vernon

Sworn Soldier

4 books in order · 2022–2025

  1. Cover of What Moves the Dead

    What Moves the Dead

    2022 · Ursula Vernon

    What Moves the Dead is a 2022 horror novella written by Ursula Vernon under the pen name T. Kingfisher. It is an adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe’s…

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  2. Cover of What Feasts at Night

    What Feasts at Night

    2024 · Ursula Vernon

    After surviving a terrifying experience at the Usher manor, Alex Easton longs for peace and normalcy. However, they travel to a family hunting lodge…

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  3. Cover of What Stalks the Deep

    What Stalks the Deep

    2025 · Ursula Vernon

    What Stalks the Deep is a 2025 horror novella written by Ursula Vernon under the pen name T. Kingfisher. It is the third book in the Sworn Soldier…

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