Susy Smith is a celebrated dystopian storyteller, author, and curriculum specialist for the Kanza Tribe in Oklahoma. Armed with a deep understanding of language, the resilience of the human spirit, and a bachelor’s degree in English, she weaves captivating, award-winning stories that leave readers wanting more. In addition to her novels, Smith occasionally crafts poetry, adding a unique dimension to her diverse repertoire. Her authentic writing style echoes her experiences living in a small Oklahoma town with her husband, four grown children, and two furry dog-children. Smith’s literary journey commenced with “Asylum,” a gripping novel that clinched the 2020 Writer Con contest in the novel category. She continues to engage audiences with “Ascendant,” the second installment in the “Asylum” series, further probing the intricacies of survival, freedom, and the dark side of human nature. Susy Smith is set to captivate readers once again with her highly anticipated novel, “Ascendant,” the second book in the Asylum series. Scheduled for release on August 8, 2023, “Ascendant” will be available in paperback, and all e-book formats. (Black Château, 2023)

“Ascendant” – Packed with adventure and suspense and blending elements of science fiction, fantasy, and dystopia, it transports readers to a disintegrated world where civilization has collapsed, and chaos is the new normal. With her previous work garnering rave reviews and a devoted readership, Ascendant is poised to become a must-read for fans seeking an enthralling escape into a fast-paced dystopian world.

I, Lacy Monroe, intend to survive. My lover Jace and I can’t escape my corrupt uncle, Senator Thomas Monroe. He captures and separates us, forcing us to work for him. He sends me to Mexico City to secure an army to overthrow what remains of the US government. He sends Jace on a suicide mission to conquer New Mexico, the only remaining free state in the Southwest. I was captured. Beaten. Groomed for a sex-trafficking ring. But my brother is looking for me. Jace plays a dangerous cat-and-mouse game, pretending to help my uncle while secretly sabotaging him. But if his deception is discovered…I want to become the Ascendant, the one who risks it all and defeats my uncle, then finds some measure of peace. But time is running out for us and this treacherous world we now inhabit. (Amazon, 2023)

“Book 2, Ascendant, is more intense. I’m curious what readers will say because of where Lacy ends up. And what happens to Jace leaves a mark on your soul. It’s about what people have to go through to survive, and its aftermath.” – Susy Smith