«The Wicked Wolves of Windsor» by Byrd Nash

Explore fairytales with a twist in these magical stories featuring strong women.

Meet a talking horse that tells only lies and a magical raven who speaks in riddles. Find powerful witches, cursed wolves, and fae changelings in medieval castles, modern skyscrapers, and Regency ballrooms in this short story collection.

(Note: This is a fantasy collection of fairytales reminiscent of the original source material so is best suited for adult readers.)

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THE FAIRYTALE SHORT STORIES

The Wicked Wolves of Windsor

Between the wicked wolves of the Wild Hunt and her father, Irish girl Doireann needs all of her wits to survive. A dark retelling of Red Riding Hood with domestic violence set in post WWI England.

The Queen's Favorite

Queen Elaine and her talking horse must find the courage to speak truth to free themselves from the clutches of a monster. An empowering, healing story set in a medieval landscape.

Milking Time

A magical fantasy in which a farm girl must win a duel against a sorcerer in order to gain a prize pig.

The Prince Learns a Lesson

A graduate student must complete the impossible task: transform a spoiled prince within three days. A fun, modern magical fairytale with heart.

A Society of Heartless Women

Two Fae debutantes take Regency Bath by storm in this twisted dark fairytale during the time of Jane Austen. A dark comedy of manners in a hybrid blend of Georgette Heyers and Bram Stoker.

Granny Starseed

Between drownings and gunfire, what will it take to get granny to leave? A Goldilocks retelling inspired by the original Robert Southey story but with a modern twist. A favorite among readers and witches.