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“Today, October 21st 2021, Betrayed by Beauty has arrived.

A magical young princess. A five-hundred-year-old witch.
The chance for salvation, or oblivion.

I hope you love this book!” Henderson Smith

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What books are on your summer reading list this year?
Henderson Smith This Tender Land
Circe
Becoming
The Midnight Library
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Hi I recently finished ‘the ugly princess’ and was wondering when the next book would be coming out? I saw previously asked questions but wasn’t sure when they were asked. Thanks
Henderson Smith Hi Briana, I'm sorry to be so delinquent in answering your question. The sequel to The Ugly Princess is Betrayed by Beauty and should be out this fall. If you direct message me with your address, I will mail you the book! I thank you for your support, it means so much to me! Henderson
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Have you finished the book 2 to "The Ugly Princess" yet? I have been waiting for many years to purchase it and read it. I haven't at all been patient what so ever, but I'm still around for your book 2. I really really wish they make a movie out of this book because it would be wonderful.
Henderson Smith Hi Nancy, Please forgive me for my lapse and missing your question. The sequel, Betrayed by Beauty, is finished and should be out this fall. If you direct message me, I will send you a copy in the mail. I'm so glad you loved the Ugly Princess. That always makes me happy to hear that someone else loves the book. By the way, it did start off as a screenplay and was optioned by a studio - but never made! What boneheads! Thanks so much for your question! Henderson
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It sounds like the new book would be a bit too mature for my 5-year old granddaughter. However, in six years or so, I think she would be able to appreciate the story. She is fearless, and I think she could relate to a heroine that has to "do battle" against the "bad guy." Does my answer help?
Henderson Smith Yes, it helps. Thanks so much, Debbie. I just felt that Olive had to operate int he "real" world. I hope you like the next book when it comes out. Definitely a tale of good versus evil and a young woman finding out who she is. Thanks so much for responding! Henderson
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I do hope you will finish the sequel to "The Ugly Princess." I enjoyed the book and want to share it with my grandchildren, especially my granddaughter. Do you have an expected release date for the book?
Henderson Smith Hi Debbie, I'm so glad you enjoyed The Ugly Princess. I'd love to ask you a question since you mentioned your granddaughter. In this book, Betrayed by Beauty, Olive is up against her nemesis, Cassandra Dragon Slayer - an evil witch who has lived for 500 years and is the worst of all the world offers. You see, I want to take Olive into the world, which is not a nice place, unfortunately. Now, the character of Olive doesn't change in this book, nor her love for Bart BUT Cassandra is not Olive and is evil and rotten. I would rate this sequel PG-13, while The Ugly Princess is definitely PG. Would you find that offensive? Since Olive is now 18, I just thought her world would now be a more accurate reflection of the world she now finds herself. I'd love to hear your opinion. Thanks so much for asking about the sequel, Henderson
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Hello Henderson, is Betrayed by Beauty still in the works? And Woofapalooza?
Henderson Smith Hi Alexandra, I have finished Woofapalooza and it is now going through the editing/publishing process which will probably take about 3 more months. I just finished the 2nd draft of Betrayed by Beauty and am sending out to my readers for feedback. Hopefully, I'll stay on track and get them published soon. Thanks so much for asking! Henderson
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Hello, I loved "The Ugly Princess." It is a great book. I posted the review on Amazon, GoodReads + Barnes & Nobles. Do you have a website? a review team ? newsletter ?
Henderson Smith Hi Hsu! Thank you so very much for posting a positive review for me on all of those sites. That's so kind of you. I'm glad you loved The Ugly Princess, that means a lot to me. I had a website, but it was terrible so I took it down. I don't have a review team or a newsletter...I'm just rather inept when it comes to marketing, which is not a good thing I know. I'm about half way through the sequel (working title is Betrayed by Beauty but may change it) and it will be just as exciting as the first book. Thanks so much for reaching out to me! Henderson
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Hi Henderson - I won your book through Goodreads and LOVED it! I posted a review with GR, Amazon & Barnes and Noble. ?
Henderson Smith Hi Beth, I am thrilled you loved The Ugly Princess. I'm working hard on the sequel and it's going to be amazing. I appreciate your support so very much - thank you and thank you for letting me know. Henderson
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I just finish your book "The Ugly Princess" and I absolutely love it! I cannot wait for the next one to come out. Please keep up the great work! p.s. I could only post this if I had a question so. Is there a book you would recommend?
Henderson Smith Hello Pakou, Sorry I just now saw your question. Thanks so much for your comments, I'm so glad you loved the book. I love Olive as well, wait until you see what happens to her in the next book, Betrayed by Beauty. I'm writing it now and hope to have it out in the end of the summer. I just finished reading the two Red Queen books. I thought they were a fun read if you're looking for more young-adult fantasy. Thanks again, Henderson
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Hi! I was just wondering when the Beta Readers are going to come into your book writing process? I hope Betrayed by Beauty is going well.
Henderson Smith Hi Ava,

I'm glad you are looking forward to the next book, Betrayed by Beauty, but it will be at least six more months before it is finished. I think it will be just as exciting as the first and will take you on an entirely new adventure with old friends. Thanks for asking, Henderson
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I am so excited to be a beta reader! Are you friends with any other popular authors? I know that stars know other stars but I don't know if authors know other authors. Also i sent you a friend request and I would be super duper happy if you accepted it!
Henderson Smith Hello Elyse, No, I am not friends with any other author popular authors. Writing is a rather solitary business, but I would imagine once one becomes a best selling author and attends large writing events as a best selling author, one meets other best selling authors :-) such is the way of the world! Too bad I don't know any now, as I would ask them to help me promote my book so I could become a best selling author as well!
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I recently finished your book "The Ugly Princess" and really loved it! Just wondering if you were working on a second book or what to expect in the upcoming months? It's great to find an author whose writing is so enjoyable, but now I have to be patient for more. :) Thank you!
Henderson Smith Hello Laci, Thanks so very much for reading my book and I am so happy that you loved it. That is just a thrill for me when a reader loves Olive as I do. I am working on the sequel, which will be titled, "Betrayed by Beauty." I'm hoping to have it out by November. Thank you for being such a great fan! All the best to you, Henderson
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