Jamie D'Amato (she/they) is a queer, autistic writer and sticky-note enthusiast based in Louisville, Kentucky. She writes quirky, heartfelt novels for teens and young adults. Outside of writing, she loves crafting and cosplay, analyzing media on Tumblr, playing so-called "casual" simulation games, and geeking out about story structure. You can always ask her about her latest travels, or her dog, Luna.

Goodreads, "Most Popular Books Published in August 2025"

Book Riot, "15 New Queer Books Out in August 2025"

BookTrib, "10 Queer Sci-Fi & Fantasy Reads for Pride"

Geek Girl Authority, "8 LGBTQ+ Books to Keep Pride Going for the Rest of 2025"

Eulalie Magazine, "7 LGBTQIA Books You Should Read This August"

"With fun, relatable characters, this is an excellent addition to the diverse resurgence of teen vampire fiction." --Booklist (starred review)

"A thoughtful exploration of anxiety and depression on the eternity scale set this vampire romance apart from a crowded field...a high stakes and bloody good love story." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"Full of adorable moments and relatable uncertainty...Brennan's anxiety and depression are thoughtfully and gently interwoven in this ultimately hopeful story." - Kirkus

"I couldn't slurp this book up fast enough! The Good Vampire's Guide To Blood & Boyfriends has the perfect combination of biting wit, heart-fluttering romance, and blood-thirsty heroes you can't help but root for." --Jason June, New York Times bestselling author of Out of the Blue

"The Good Vampire's Guide to Blood & Boyfriends will have you laughing, swooning, and checking over your shoulder at night for an adorable undead boyfriend of your own. A charmingly fun love story about self-acceptance and leaving your mark on humanity--with or without fangs." --Brian D. Kennedy, award-winning author of A Little Bit Country and My Fair Brady

"Including all the tropes that readers love about vampires and a few new twists, The Good Vampire's Guide to Blood & Boyfriends is charming and romantic. With tender moments sprinkled amid laughter and suspense, Jamie D'Amato has crafted a heartfelt and entertaining read." --F.T. Lukens, New York Times bestselling author of Spell Bound and So This Is Ever After

"Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, The Good Vampire's Guide to Blood & Boyfriends is perfect for readers craving a little bite with their romantic comedy." --Margie Fuston, award-winning author of Vampires, Hearts, & Other Dead Things and The Revenant Games

Publisher: Wednesday Books

Pub date: 2025-08-26

Length: 336 pages