Book Series · 3 Books

Half Upon a Time Books

In order from Half Upon a Time to Once Upon the End.

The Half Upon a Time series is a set of 3 chapter books by James Riley, published between 2010 and 2013. Written for ages 8–13, most books run about 370 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Half Upon a Time

By James Riley

A boy and a girl from different worlds must rescue a kidnapped grandmother in a fractured fairy tale adventure.

385 pages· 74,852 words· Est. 10.5 hour read

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Summary: Jack, son of the infamous beanstalk thief, seeks redemption by helping May, a girl from another world. When May's grandmother, possibly the missing Snow White, is kidnapped, they embark on a wild quest. With a huntsman on their trail and a Wicked Queen in the shadows, Jack and May must navigate a world where fairy tales collide. Can they unravel the mystery and save her grandmother before it's too late? This thrilling adventure blends humor and magic, challenging everything they thought they knew about fairy tales.

In reading order

Half Upon a Time Series

3 books · Published 2010–2013

#1 in Series

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$1899

Half Upon a Time

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

A boy and a girl from different worlds must rescue a kidnapped grandmother in a fractured fairy tale adventure.

#2 in Series

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$1899

Twice Upon a Time

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

A quest for identity leads to battles with pirates, mermaids, and a wicked curse.

#3 in Series

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$858

Once Upon the End

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2013

Can Jack and May defeat the Wicked Queen and find their true destinies?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Half Upon a Time series?

There are 3 books in the Half Upon a Time series. It began with Half Upon a Time in 2010, and the newest book, Once Upon the End, was published in 2013.