Ballad of the Painted Swallow, Vol. 1 (Pre-order) (Signed + Free Bookmark)

Pre-orders open: Expected shipping late July 2026.

From Indie Author Hua Chi Wan, Ballad of the Painted Swallow comes with beautiful complementary 2"x6" foiled bookmark and author signature on the inside cover!

Age Rating: R18+ for explicit content and adult themes

Artist: Tao Tao 

Book Designer: Jade Chu-Lejeune

If you love danmei, especially novels such as The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System and The Husky and His White Cat Shizun, then Ballad of the Painted Swallow may be a great read for you!

SYNOPSIS

In the kingdom of Wei, life is peaceful within the capital city and imperial palace. Bi Ying, the Crown Prince of Wei, is a young boy who lives a mundane life within the palace walls. Forbidden from pursuing his passion in painting due to a strange power he possesses, he lives his life obediently, studying military tactics, practicing his martial routines, and preparing himself to eventually assume his place as king.

But one day, he meets the legendary Tao Huixiao, known to all as the Celestial Painter of the Ten Heavenly Realms. When an unexpected turn of events occurs, Bi Ying finds himself beginning a journey of self-discovery and artistic wonder under the watchful guidance of his new master as a force threatens to uproot all that he knows and holds dear.

Initial publish date: April 15th 2026