Kim Smejkal books

Kim Smejkal is a young adult fantasy author known for the Ink in the Blood duology, which blends dark magic with questions of identity and free will.
Author · Young Adult Fantasy · Dark Fantasy

Ink in The Blood Reading Order

Title Published Buy on Amazon
Ink in the Blood 2020 Buy
Curse of the Divine 2021 Buy

Standalone Novels

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The Dandelion Riots 2025 Buy

Kim Smejkal made her debut with Ink in the Blood in 2020, introducing a fantasy world where ink and skin carry literal power. The book and its sequel, Curse of the Divine (2021), built a following among YA readers who enjoy magic with moral complexity.

Her third book, The Dandelion Riots, is set for 2025 and marks a move into standalone territory. Smejkal’s writing sits in the darker corner of young adult fantasy, where the magic systems carry real consequences for the characters who use them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Kim Smejkal written?

Kim Smejkal has written three books across two series.

What was Kim Smejkal's first book?

Kim Smejkal’s first book is Ink in the Blood, published in 2020.

What type of fantasy does Kim Smejkal write?

Smejkal writes dark young adult fantasy that involves magic systems tied to the body and identity. Her Ink in the Blood duology features a world where people’s sins are tattooed onto their skin, creating a society built around shame and control.

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