An infamous immortal sorcerer experiences the horrors of a demonic apocalypse and then finds herself thirteen years in the past, which is a chance for her to warn her people of the looming threat, but there's a bit of an issue: most fear her and wouldn't believe her.
Book one of a new epic fantasy series coming 2026.
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The Once Upon a Nightmare series is about an immortal researcher (medieval mad scientist!), a demonic apocalypse, time travel (the story starts with the end), and second chances. It's also about building political power, mending the fractured found family, and navigating mysteries. Expect war-torn kingdoms, shattered alliances, and larger-than-life sorcerers who try their best to shield their compatriots from demons.
Most days, N. B. Smith can be found daydreaming about future story arcs, juggling her ever-growing to-do list, and attempting to draw. She enjoys management games, insists that libraries are heaven on earth, and believes that creativity soothes the soul. 💜