Hammer: When Witches Take Back Time

by N.G. Avant

Four women. Four elements. One prophecy.

When the Earth begins to fracture under the weight of greed and patriarchy, four descendants of Nemesis, goddess of divine retribution, are born on the same day, each marked by the scorpion and tethered to an elemental force.

As their powers awaken, so too does the truth of their origin. From Salem to the stars, from ancient prophecies to modern-day resistance, these women must come together under a rare blue moon to bend time, pierce the veil, and confront a history written in blood. Stop the witch hunts before they happen by travelling back in time with their newly discovered magic and ensure Malleus Maleficarum (The Hammer of Witches) never sees the light of day.

But this isn’t a story of revenge. It’s one of reclamation. Of healing. Of rewriting what it means to hold power.

For readers who crave feminist fantasy with mythological depth, found family, and a world where matriarchy rises. Not to dominate, but to restore.

Kindle Edition

Expected publication May 31, 2026

About the author

Raised in a quaint lakeside town in southern Ontario, N.G. Avant moved to Ottawa, Ontario as a young adult to realize her childhood dream of residing in Canada’s capital, which was built on the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People. She has a post-secondary education in journalism and worked in municipal politics for more than five years, an experience that sparked the inspiration for her Capital City series.

Avant always felt like a misfit among misfits. Diagnosed with dyslexia at a young age, she didn’t realize she was neurodivergent until her 30s. Now, she embraces the many gifts it brings, including her quirky personality.

Avant is a proud intersectional feminist. She believes that we are all connected by our humanity and the human experience.

Avant, is a millennial single mother to three wonderful daughters, has a growth mindset, love of animals, a passion for trusting her intuition, and supporting the creation of a more equitable world where everyone has an opportunity to thrive. Avant seeks to highlight the experiences of marginalized communities through her writing. While some progress has been made, there is still more work to be done.

It’s time for change.

For rights, licensing, or adaptation inquiries, please contact:

author@ngavant.ca

NG is also available for podcast guest appearances. For bookings, reach out via the email above.