J. M. Stengl writes stories full of hope and light. When she’s not writing, she’s wrangling cats and grandchildren, perfecting pastry, and working with model horses. Tell us about your fairytale retellings and what inspired you to write in this genre: I have always loved fairy tales. I grew up reading them in various collections, …
The Princess Vow: A Sleeping Beauty and Puss in Boots Retelling by Erika Everest (Tales from the Kingdoms of Fable book 3) Locked in Dreamworld, Aurora takes matters into her own hands to figure out how to break the spell. Thankfully, she’s found a way to communicate with her sister. And there’s a certain handsome …
The beloved fairy tale “Sleeping Beauty” has its roots in various folklore traditions, with Charles Perrault and the Brothers Grimm among the notable storytellers who brought it to life. Amidst the magic and wonder of this timeless tale, one central theme shines brightly: hope. The story of “Sleeping Beauty” centers around a princess who falls …
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Thorns of Gold: A Sleeping Beauty and King Midas Retelling by Celeste Baxendell (Bewitching Fairy Tales book 8) Rosalia activated her curse, fully knowing the only one who could break it would kill her in the process. But it was time for her to sacrifice herself to her people, instead of the other way around. …
Dreams of Roses: A Sleeping Beauty and King Midas Retelling by Celeste Baxendell (Bewitching Fairy Tales book 7) Lady Ro has been lied to her whole life. Her identity, her parents, her curse – all lies. The one person who hasn’t lied to her? The strange, armor-clad prisoner who tried to kidnap her. She flees …
Carabosse and the Spindle Spell: A Sleeping Beauty Retelling by Sylvia Mercedes (Villain’s Ever After) Princess Carabosse’s kingdom is threatened by the Warlock King and his fairy-gifted daughter Aurora. The Dragon Lords have sworn allegiance to the Briar Crown and the Rose Crown. But when Aurora gains control of the Briar Crown, who will the …