
The Fairy Tale Characters' Union · Book 2 of 4
Rapunzel Goes Viral
When your livestream becomes a revolution, every like has consequences.
Rapunzel thought going viral would change everything. She was right—just not the way she imagined.
After her heartfelt plea for character rights explodes across the realm, racking up millions of views overnight, Rapunzel becomes the face of a fairytale workers' union demanding better treatment from the all-powerful Publishers' Guild. Finally, her platform means something. Finally, she's more than just the girl in the tower with the magical hair.
But the Guild doesn't negotiate. They obliterate.
Within hours, a sophisticated propaganda machine springs to life—bot armies, deep-fake testimonials, and manufactured outrage designed to turn public opinion into a weapon. The Big Bad Wolf's bakery becomes a battlefield. Prince Charming gets memed into oblivion. And Rapunzel discovers that chasing metrics and building movements require very different skill sets.
As her follower count becomes a liability and her private messages are weaponised against her, Rapunzel must choose between the validation of millions of strangers and the trust of the few friends who actually matter. Because the Guild's final play isn't just about crushing a strike—it's about replacing every rebellious character with a compliant digital copy.
In a world where stories are currency and authenticity is the rarest magic of all, how do you fight an enemy that controls the narrative itself?
Perfect for readers who love:
• Sharp social commentary wrapped in fantasy
• Flawed, authentic characters finding their voices
• Contemporary twists on classic tales
• Stories about labour rights, influencer culture, and media manipulation
• Found family facing impossible odds
• Witty dialogue and genuine heart
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The Fairy Tale Characters' Union
The Union is one story told in four parts. Start with Once Upon a System Glitch; each book picks up where the last one left off.
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