<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Judith Vila]]></title><description><![CDATA[Judith Vila is an author who specializes in gothic romance and dark weird stories. Her website features a showcase of her work and reading, and includes links to where you can find her.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:33:50 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.judithvilagothic.net/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Find Me on Goodreads]]></title><description><![CDATA[I've joined the Goodreads Author Program and you can visit my author page as well as my new book, BLOOD &#38; WOLF.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/find-me-on-goodreads</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e60cad8e63193b95d2b16c</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_9a81570b06b84249a7de7ead63ea52ca~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_630,h_240,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How To Buy BLOOD &#38; WOLF]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to buy Blood &#38; Wolf.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/how-to-buy-blood-wolf</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ea0964bbc0f3ff744892e7</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:35:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_8a904502b04e4213b9184ab3c99d79bc~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Judith Vila</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reimagining My Social Media Self: Focusing on engagement]]></title><description><![CDATA[For me social media should be about engagement.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/reimagining-my-social-media-self-focusing-on-creative-inspirations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e105c626cccc5d78fc25dd</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Tips]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:15:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_c451a44fce774c018f5dc8f7a6754648~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Judith Vila</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Magic of Not Knowing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do you look for rules behind every magical thing? I prefer a little mystery myself!]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/the-magic-of-not-knowing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69da33928614fb4128add7e6</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:00:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_a74a1210ce9b47d1b1c00fb3f657aa65~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Judith Vila</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to the new Judith Vila, gothic author, site! If you've visited me before, welcome back! You'll see some changes here, reflecting my new focus on historical/Gothic/romance/mystery/horror mashups. Please be sure to wander around this site, and haunt me on Substack: Romance at a Dark Wood's Edge ,  where I share updates about my writing adventure. But if this is your first visit, know that I write Gothic. Why? Because in every great gothic tale the story requires something of its...]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/welcome</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d3adacd142869289e7f53d</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:45:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_fee2f8c90cb0490096c06dbaef8e66e5~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_480,h_480,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Judith Vila</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spring brings writing changes!]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's spring! The traditional time of new beginnings! With that in mind, I'll be making some changes to my website over the next few weeks. While I haven't fully plotted out my every move, you'll see adjustments in the days ahead. Why Make Writing Website Changes  My purpose is to align my identity, voice, and digital presence with an authentic "brand promise" —the experience lovely readers, like you, can expect from my books. While I have only one fiction book today-- Blood &#38; Wolf --projects...]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/spring-brings-writing-changes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8ded</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:48:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_995a5c4062544ee7a15a46dd7324dac8~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_480,h_480,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Writing Groups Helped Bring Blood &#38; Wolf to Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blood &#38; Wolf by Judith Vila Writing a novel is definitely a lonely journey--I know because, writing as Judith Vila , I just released my gothic/romance/mystery/horror mashup, Blood &#38; Wolf . And from the early days of playing with the concept in my head to this moment when the book is in the hands of lovely readers, I remember often feeling like I was all by myself. But the truth is: I wasn't alone . Yes, the responsibilities of writing, revising, testing and re-writing again are on me. Yet,...]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/how-writing-groups-helped-bring-blood-wolf-to-life</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8d9d</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Writing Group]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:45:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_8113edec003d4c9a9ba7b955cd5d221d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Listen to This: Snippet from My Gothic]]></title><description><![CDATA[I'm delighted to share with you an audio snippet from my upcoming gothic/romance/mystery/horror mashup.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/listen-to-this-snippet-from-my-gothic</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8d75</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Sneak Peek]]></category><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:45:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_cc1be75606b74e5ca5a62e38af0f7dbe~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_207,h_243,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Be a Mad Scientist! A Test Mindset &#38; Your Writing Group ]]></title><description><![CDATA[A writing group can be super helpful if you're working on, say, a book. But a writing group can be helpful in so many other ways, too. It comes down to the mindset you bring to the group.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/be-a-mad-scientist-a-test-mindset-your-writing-group</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8dc1</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Writing Group]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:45:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_b261409cba36426cb98037204dfd6627~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_237,h_212,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's in an author pen name?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Does your author name align with the nature of your book? Here's my adventure.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/what-s-in-a-pen-name</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8d28</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:45:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_9b75019e7ccc4577b9ac7df269bc33ac~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_500,h_301,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Make Your Series Stand Out in a Crowded Genre – Guest Post!]]></title><description><![CDATA[What a honor to host LOIS WINSTON, a USA Today and Amazon bestselling author! She has words of wisdom for writers!]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/how-to-make-your-series-stand-out-in-a-crowded-genre-guest-post</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8d4d</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Guests]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:45:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_686cfd8e06b84db099721fbeb5c48cf2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_720,h_696,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Sister: "A Special Kind of Double" in a Gothic]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sister relationship is unique, combining deep emotions with complex dynamics. And in a gothic tale, it can be a pivotal part of the book.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/the-sister-a-special-kind-of-double-in-a-gothic</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8d03</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:45:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_9384cdd21f1c48cb9420c26bd4a36aff~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2 Great Podcasts for Gothic-y Books]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here are a couple of podcasts where you'll get recommendations for gothic-vibe books and films.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/2-great-podcasts-for-gothic-y-books</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8dc5</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:45:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_584dcb6fbae64ff88642416a675ee69a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_196,h_258,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Writing Gothic With a Writing Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[I'm sharing a few gothic-y writing prompts to spark icy fear and smoldering passion. Try these for yourself and your group! Or suggest some new ones!]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/writing-gothic-with-a-writing-group</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8cfa</guid><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:45:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_8629a782b6f14e87af79f940b9257a93~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_615,h_615,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Gothic Stories Appeal Across Generations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boomers, Gen X and Millennials find something captivating about gothic literature. 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Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Timeless Allure of Gothic Stories: Why They Captivate]]></title><description><![CDATA[I'm a die-hard gothic fan, and in this post I share the features that I believe make gothic stories so alluring!]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/the-timeless-allure-of-gothic-stories-why-they-captivate</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8d02</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:45:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_9e2eb78539e4469e8342e7a13e5fc7d9~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let's Gothic &#38; My 2026 Priorities]]></title><description><![CDATA[2026 is going to be a great year! We're almost at mid-January and it's time for me to share my priorities for 2026. I'm curious if you're developing your creative-side, too--so please let me know in the comments below what you're working on this year. Instead of going through individual goals, I've grouped my hopes and dreams into two broad priorities: Continue to explore Gothic and spooky literature.  January is International Gothic Reading Month  for starters, and I'm rereading classics...]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/let-s-gothic-in-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8dec</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Gothic Vibes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:45:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/dd5d67_36be7f4cab524ae488ed2c349bfcd9d5/720p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kickstart Your Writing Journey in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you want to start your writing journey in 2026, it can feel overwhelming. I've got three suggestions to help you get started.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/kickstart-your-writing-journey-in-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8d45</guid><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><category><![CDATA[Writer Self Help]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:45:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_52f4c19a4473433c9324aae9694829ab~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Writing Goals &#38; FREE Author Brag Sheet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Use this FREE author brag sheet to  achieve your writing goals in 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/you-got-this-free-author-brag-sheet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8dc3</guid><category><![CDATA[Writer Self Help]]></category><category><![CDATA[2026]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:30:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_807678613ce044c0b57e11685f54a8dd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last minute holiday gift giving!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Smashwords End of Year Sale! Hooray! I’m excited to announce that my books, The Write Group  and From Draft to Craft: A New Writer's Guide to Feedback , are available as part of the Smashwords 2025 End of Year Sale ! If you're a new writer, both books will help you start off 2026 ready succeed in your writing. The Smashwords 2025 End of Year Sale  is your chance to get my books, along with books from many other great authors, at a discount. To access the Smashwords sale, click here:...]]></description><link>https://www.judithvilagothic.net/post/last-minute-holiday-gift-giving</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2a7d5d0235c0e746c8dc4</guid><category><![CDATA[2025]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:57:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/dd5d67_f0d64920a7b240958092a02738d3666e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_259,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>J.H. Jones</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>