I AM NOT A VAMPIRE, illustrated by Riley Samels

Written by actor Miles McKenna and illustrated by Riley Samels, I AM NOT A VAMPIRE follows Arlo, who is not a vampire, but wants to prove to his vampire family that he still belongs.

Published on May 6th, 2025 by Little Bee Books and in partnership with GLAAD. Get your copy here!

“Samels’ cute, clever illustrations complete the package; the vampire family’s elegant uniformity, their gently gothic home, and the Halloweeny atmosphere of their little town set a distinct scene without overwhelming the narrative.” - Kirkus Reviews

Riley told Little Bee Books, “I’m so excited to be a part of such an important project. Stories from the LGBTQIA+ community being openly supported and broadcasted to such a wide audience is such a gift and I feel blessed to be a part of it. I hope folks of all walks of life can see themselves in a story like this.”

“I’m so happy to see Riley bring this title to life! His style paints a beautifully rich world, which no doubt complements Miles’s story. A story like this is important: not only to celebrate those qualities which make us unique and beautiful, but also to embrace that sometimes the journey to celebration can be a difficult one, but worth it in the end” says Bright Agent Emily Fernandez, who is managing Riley on this title.

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To work with Riley, get in touch with his agent Alex Gehringer, here.