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Barbara Hartzler

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Author of clean YA fantasy worlds✨
Urban fantasy | Romantasy
Magic, mystery & heart—no spice required
📖WIP: A Gift of Emerald Drums, a Christmas book

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Coffee, magic, and two different worlds to get lost in. ✨☕️

Hi! I’m Barbara, and I spend my days dreaming up magical academies and the reluctant heroines who have to save the world.

If you’re looking for your next binge-read, I have two main universes for you to explore:

💎 The Sacred Stones Universe: A massive, 4-series urban fantasy where the struggle between light and darkness is real. (Perfect for binge-readers!)

🌈 The Prismia Universe: My newest epic world! It’s vibrant, colorful, and full of high-stakes magic.

Speaking of Prismia...
I’m currently deep in the final polishes for Book 3, which officially hits shelves at the end of February! 🗓️✨

No matter which world you choose, you’ll always find:
✅ Strong (but reluctant) heroines
✅ Magical Academy settings
✅ Clean, slow-burn romance
✅ Unique, colorful worlds

Are you a "binge-reader" who wants a finished series, or do you love the excitement of a new release?

Let me know in the comments! 👇

#Bookstagram #EnemiesToLovers #SacredsmStonesSeries #FantasySeries #Prismia by @barbarahartzler

✨ THE PORTAL IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! ✨

The day is finally here! The Tinges of Prismia complete boxset has officially launched! 🌈📚

I am vibrating with so much excitement (and maybe a little too much caffeine ☕️🧚) to see this entire journey wrapped up in one gorgeous, binge-able set. If you’ve been waiting to dive into the realms, or if you’ve been looking for the perfect excuse to revisit your favorite characters, today is the day!

What’s waiting for you inside:
💜 The complete trilogy (all the twists, all the magic!)
🔥 Slow-burn romance that’ll give you all the feels
🏰 World-building that will sweep you off your feet

I’m hanging out in my Facebook group today to celebrate with cupcakes and spoilers, but I want to know here: If you could have any magical power from the Prismia realms, what would it be? Let me know in the comments! 👇✨

Check out the link in my bio to snag your copy and start binging today! 📲

#TingesOfPrismia #BoxsetLaunch #FantasyBooks #Bookstagram #CleanRomance by @barbarahartzler

The secret is out! 🎨✨

The complete Prismia series is finally collected into one epic special edition box set! ⚔️

From the harrowing trials of a ruthless military academy to a rebellion that will set the Twelve Realms on fire—experience the full spectrum of magic and rebellion in one bingeable collection.

Includes:

✨ Prismia Academy

✨ Prismia Rebellion

✨ Prismia Rising

Over 1,000 pages of color-based magic, slow-burn romance, and secrets that defy the class system.

🔥 Pre-order now for just $0.99! (Price goes up after launch!)

🔗 Link in bio to grab your copy for under a dollar.

#Prismia #CoverReveal #YAFantasy #CleanRomance #Bookstagram by @barbarahartzler

✨ THE JOURNEY IS COMPLETE. ✨

What an incredible launch week! Seeing you all dive into Prismia Rising and help it climb the charts has been the absolute highlight of my year. ☀️🙌

The Tinges of Prismia trilogy is now officially COMPLETE. From the hidden secrets of the Academy to the high-stakes battles for the Twelve Realms, Jayla and Declan’s full story is finally out in the world. 🕊️⚔️

The Binge Guide:
✨ Book 1: Prismia Academy
✨ Book 2: Prismia Rebellion
✨ Book 3: Prismia Rising 🏆

Whether you’ve been with me since Book 1 or you’ve been waiting for the final page to be written before starting your binge—the wait is over!

Thank you for making this 5th series finish such a special experience. I’m heading into a two-week "writer cave" break to rest, recover, and celebrate this win with a very large coffee. ☕️💤 😉

Tap the link in my bio to start the trilogy or read the whole series for FREE in Kindle Unlimited! #PrismiaRising #YARomantasy #KindleUnlimited #CleanRomance #SeriesFinale by @barbarahartzler

✨ TOP 3 BABY! Time to Celebrate! ✨

Is this real life? Woke up to see Prismia Rising at #3 in Hot New Releases! ☀️🙌

I am so incredibly grateful for every single one of you who has dived into the Indigo Realm this week. Watching this series climb the charts is a dream come true for my 5th series finale.

The Weekend Binge Guide:

✨ Book 1: Prismia Academy (Available Now!)

✨ Book 2: Prismia Rebellion (Still 99¢through tomorrow! 💸)

✨ Book 3: Prismia Rising (OUT NOW & #3 on the charts! 🏆)

Whether you’re a long-time fan or just discovering the Tinges of Prismia universe, thank you for being part of the rebellion. 🕊️⚔️

Tap the link in my bio to snag Book 2 for 99¢ and start your binge!

#PrismiaRising #YARomantasy #KindleUnlimited CleanRomance SeriesFinale by @barbarahartzler

⏳ THE 99¢ DOUBLE-DEAL ENDS TONIGHT!

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start the Tinges of Prismia series... this is it. 🕊️✨

Today is the FINAL DAY to grab both Book 1 and Book 2 for just 99¢ each (US/UK). Tomorrow, the price on Book 1 goes up, so don't miss your chance to snag the "Double-Deal" while it lasts!

The Binge List:
✨ Book 1: 99¢ (Ends at midnight! 🚨)
✨ Book 2: 99¢ (Ends Feb 28th)
✨ Book 3: OUT NOW & reading in KU!

Follow Jayla from the Academy trials to the heart of the rebellion. Experience the forbidden magic, the high stakes, and a slow burn that finally reaches its peak in the Yellow Realm. ☀️

Tap the link in my bio to grab your 99¢ copies before the sun sets on this sale! ⚔️ #PrismiaRising #YARomantasy #CleanRomance #99centbooks #FantasyReader by @barbarahartzler

It started at the Academy. It ignited during the Rebellion. And today, it ends in the Yellow Realm. ☀️⚔️

If you’re looking for your next obsession, Jayla and Declan’s journey is officially COMPLETE. 🕊️

From the very first page of Prismia Academy to the final, heart-pounding moments of Prismia Rising, this story has been a labor of love. If you’ve been waiting for the "all-clear" to binge the entire trilogy—this is your moment!

What’s waiting for you inside:
✨ Forbidden Magic that breaks all the rules.
🔥 A Slow Burn that will leave you breathless.
⚔️ An Academy-to-Rebellion evolution you won’t forget.

The Launch Week Steals:
☀️ Book 3: OUT NOW!
☀️ Books 1-2: Just $0.99 each (US/UK) for a limited time!
☀️ Kindle Unlimited: Binge the complete series for FREE.

The rebellion has reached its peak. Will you join the light?

[Link in Bio to start the binge!]

#PrismiaRising #YARomantasy #SeriesFinale #FantasySeries #CompleteSeries by @barbarahartzler

The Academy was a cage. The Indigo Realm is the spark. 🔥

PRISMIA RISING is officially LIVE! ☀️ The epic conclusion to Jayla and Declan’s story has arrived, and I’m celebrating with a Series Waterfall Sale! 🌊

✨ Book 3: LAUNCH DAY!
✨ Book 1: Only $0.99 (US/UK) for a limited time!
✨ Book 2: Only $0.99 (US/UK)!
✨ Full Series: FREE in Kindle Unlimited!

If you love:
✅ Secretly powerful heroines
✅ The "forbidden" class divide
✅ Brooding mages (Oh, Declan... 🫠)
✅ Epic quests across vibrant realms

...then today is your day to binge. Link in bio to start the journey! ⚔️✨

#PrismiaRising #YARomantasy #BookLaunch #KindleUnlimited #CleanRomance YellowRealm FantasyBooks by @barbarahartzler

Two words. One journey. THE END. 💎✨

Prismia Rising, Book 3 is officially drafted! The writing cave was dark, the coffee was strong, and the plot twists were... well, you’ll see. 😉

I’m taking a deep breath (and a long nap), then it’s straight into polishing these final touches for you all. Who’s ready for the finale? 👇

#PrismiaRising
#TheEnd
#YAFantasybooks
#AuthorLife
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Meet Grace: My Writing Buddy and the real boss of this writing studio. 🐾👑

If you’ve been following my #WIPWednesday updates, you know I just finished the final draft of Prismia Rising.

But I couldn’t have done it without my favorite Pitbull riding buddy by my side!

Grace's daily duties include:

1. Enforcing Naptime: Usually by resting her head right on my keyboard when I’ve been typing too long. 😴

2. Mug Protection: Keeping a close eye on my coffee (and that colorful tree mug!) while I’m lost in a Magical Academy scene. ☕️

3. Plot Hole Moral Support: Listening to me ramble about the Sacred Stones universe and pretending she knows exactly who the "Chosen One" is. 🌑

She’s the best "reluctant assistant" a YA Fantasy Author could ask for.

Now that my draft is with the editor, we’re celebrating with extra treats and long walks!

Does your pet have a "job" while you work or read?

Let us know Grace’s new coworkers' names in the comments! 👇

#PitbullsOfInstagram #AuthorLife #BookishPets #PrismiaRising by @barbarahartzler

I am so excited to announce that the final draft of Prismia Rising (Book 3) is officially DONE and sent off to my editor! 💎✨

Writing the conclusion to this YA Fantasy trilogy has been a whirlwind of high-stakes magic, colorful worlds, and those slow-burn moments that kept me up way too late.

Now that it’s out of my hands for a few weeks, there is only one thing left on my to-do list:

NAPTIME. 😴
(Scroll to see my current status...)

The countdown to February 24th is officially on! 🗓️

Tell me: If you finished a big project today, how would you celebrate?
A nap, a favorite treat, or a glass of something bubbly? 👇

#WIPWednesday #PrismiaRising #AuthorLife #YAauthor #FantasySeries by @barbarahartzler

EARLY BLACK FRIDAY DEAL!

If your holiday plans include binge reading amazing boxsets, here you go!

The Shadowstone Academy Boxset is on sale now through December 1st for just 99cents! (US & UK only)

If you love ...
📚 Academy Fantasy
💕 Enemies-to-lovers
✨️ Unique powers
👭 Sister stories
🤫 Secret societies ...

Then you'll love Shadowstone!

Happy holiday/weekend binge reading! 📚

Link in comments/bio

#YAUrbanFantasy #yafantasybookstagram #yafantasyboxset by @barbarahartzler