Michelle M. Pillow, a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, has announced the completion of the pilot script for her gothic urban fantasy series, Tribes of the Vampire. The screenplay, developed by Pillow and her husband, filmmaker John Reyer Afamasaga, adapts the series' dark antiheroes and forbidden attractions for television and streaming platforms. This development marks a significant milestone as the series undergoes a global relaunch under a high-profile seven-book deal with Tor Bramble UK (Pan Macmillan).
Pillow described the transition from page to screen as an "incredible creative journey." She noted that with Tor Bramble introducing the series to a global audience in 2026, it was the perfect time to finalize a vision for a television adaptation that captures the high stakes and detailed world-building her readers expect.
The announcement comes as Tor Bramble UK begins its ambitious rollout of the series. The relaunch kicks off in February 2026 with new audiobook editions of Redeemer of Shadows (Book 1) and The Jaded Hunter (Book 2), narrated by award-winning Natalie Naudus as Victoria Mei. The momentum continues in March 2026 with the audio releases of Books 3 and 4. The rapid-release schedule positions the series for increased visibility in the surging Romantasy and Gothic Fantasy markets.
While the pilot script is currently being shopped, the synergy between the global book relaunch and the new audio format enhances Tribes of the Vampire's appeal as a premier property for streaming platforms. The series, celebrated for its rich gothic world-building in the tradition of Anne Rice, offers a blend of forbidden attraction and detailed mythology that appeals to a broad audience. For more information, visit the press kit at https://michellepillow.com/press-kit/.
Pillow's extensive backlist, including the Qurilixen World and Warlocks MacGregor series, has sold millions of copies worldwide. The Tribes of the Vampire relaunch under Tor Bramble UK includes new print and audio editions, as well as worldwide translations, expanding the series' reach to new readers and viewers.
