Ireland & Magic for 99 Cents!

For those of you who have not yet met the Mulligans, the first book is now available for 99 cents at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, iBooks, and more--for a limited time! Meet Riley, Bridget, Maggie, Fiona, Jacob and the quirky villagers, along with mysterious spirits of centuries past. Together, you must discover a long buried secret of Caisleán Dubh --Castle Black--perched on the rocky west coast of Ireland. Happy reading!

"Take a down-home Tennessee single mom who's astonished to learn the man she thought abandoned her has actually bequeathed her a share of an Irish castle, and you have the makings of a rollicking tale that's as tasty as the title." ~ BookPage

“Deb Stover just took flight on wings of magic and landed in Ireland in a pot of Mulligan Stew hot enough to singe your eyebrows off with her extraordinary characters that jump off the pages into your heart. This book has everything necessary to keep you flipping the pages because from the moment you meet Bridget and Riley you know there are other forces at work to bring them together to break the curse on the Black Castle that has stood vacant for l00 years. I highly recommend this book. ” ~ Suzanne Coleburn, Reader to Reader 

4 1/2 Stars! RT Book Reviews Top Pick
"Utilizing the same magic that made her historical/time travel novels such a delight, author Deb Stover brings emotional depth & passion to this terrific contemporary tale. As a writer, Deb Stover has a unique style & voice that are a pleasure to read in any genre."~Jill Smith

"Deb Stover writes with a stunning beauty and wry wit that resonates throughout all of her novels, but never so profoundly as with Mulligan Stew. Like the stew for which it is named, this novel offers something for everyone's taste in this artful blend of Irish contemporary romance, an ancient curse, a haunted castle, Gothic overtones and the struggle to reconcile the past with the present. Characters are vividly realized from the heroine who will kick another woman in the shins for hurting her child's feelings, to the hero who cannot forget the dead brother he loved so deeply. Stover creates a poignant tale of loss, healing and recreation that will linger long after the last page is turned. Yet another Stover novel to add your keeper shelf, Mulligan Stew earns the WordWeaving Award for Excellence." ~ Cindy Penn, WordWeaving 

"Deb Stover has taken a delightful heroine, a tortured hero, a whispering castle, stirred in an ancient curse for spice and served up a deliciously rich, warm Irish stew."
~ Bestselling Author of the Shelter Bay series, JoAnn Ross

"Humor, passion and the warmth of family fill the pages of Mulligan Stew, drawing the reader into a magical place of possibilities and the wonderful healing power of love. Deb Stover has created a captivating tale grounded in the basic tenets of life... nothing is more powerful than family and the love of two hearts joined together. I highly recommend Mulligan Stew for a hearty dish of romance and passion."
~ Terrie Figueroa, Romance Reviews Today

 

"I read this book in a matter of hours. It drew me in from the prologue to the very last satisfying page. Not only was this book sensual from the get-go but the charming heroine with her Southern twang added just the right amount of comic relief when it was most needed. Add all this to a dark gothic-like castle with a curse attached to it, and you have a not to be put down, must read book!"
~ Kathy Boswell, The Best Reviews

"Author Deb Stover spiced up this romance novel with just a dash of magic. At times I felt as if the past and the present were one and the same. I found it delightful to see a strong modern heroine in the haunting setting of a Gothic tale, taming a stubborn man who fit the dark setting so well. Somehow the author was able to put it all together while showing the reader how breathtakingly beautiful Ireland really is. Highly recommended! Five stars!" ~ Huntress Book Reviews

“A recipe for romance--star-crossed lovers, a dark Irish castle, a witch’s curse, and a heaping helpin’ of destiny. Deb Stover cooks up a satisfying contemporary gothic-style romance, chock full of humor, passion, and mystery. Bon appétit."
~ Leslie Tramposch, PNR Reviews

Chapter 1 & Links to Booksellers

May all your days include a bit of magic!

Love, Deb

http://www.debstover.com/mulligan.html

 

99 Cent Sale--3 days!

Almost An Angel by Deb Stover
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EJWF3Q6

Voted Favorite Time Travel of 1997 by Romance Readers' Anonymous!
Almost An Angel by Deb Stover

"Deb Stover will make you laugh and cry and laugh again. Satisfaction guaranteed." 
~ BookPage

"Deb Stover is a real original who captivates readers with her ingenious time travels. This is another delight from a real gem of the genre. It's a funny, sexy, poignant tale of falling in love -- not once, but twice -- of second chances and dreams coming true. The humor, goodness, individuality and wonder of the love in the story shine on every page and no one will want this one to end." 4 1/2  Top Pick! 
~ Kathe Robin, RT Book Reviews

"The top scribe of offbeat romance is Deb Stover and her latest novel,Almost An Angel, is so good and enjoyable, it leaves the competition miles behind. The story line is thrilling and exciting, but it is the almost unflappable Zach and the huggable Hilary who turn a great story line into a colossally tremendous otherworldly romance."   Five Stars!
~ Harriet Klausner, Affaire de Coeur


"Deb Stover reminds us all of what romance can be in the hands of a true original -- fast and funny, sexy and sassy. Don't miss Almost an Angel!"   

Almost An Angel by Deb Stover

First time in digital format, the award-winning, critically acclaimed time-travel romance of the year!

Almost An Angel by Deb Stover

Download now for your Kindle reader or app!  http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EJWF3Q6

Voted Favorite Time Travel of 1997 by Romance Readers' Anonymous!
Almost An Angel by Deb Stover

"Deb Stover will make you laugh and cry and laugh again. Satisfaction guaranteed." 
~ BookPage

"Deb Stover is a real original who captivates readers with her ingenious time travels. This is another delight from a real gem of the genre. It's a funny, sexy, poignant tale of falling in love -- not once, but twice -- of second chances and dreams coming true. The humor, goodness, individuality and wonder of the love in the story shine on every page and no one will want this one to end." 4 1/2  Top Pick!
~ Kathe Robin, RT Book Reviews

"The top scribe of offbeat romance is Deb Stover and her latest novel, Almost An Angel, is so good and enjoyable, it leaves the competition miles behind. The story line is thrilling and exciting, but it is the almost unflappable Zach and the huggable Hilary who turn a great story line into a colossally tremendous otherworldly romance."   Five Stars!
~ Harriet Klausner, Affaire de Coeur

"Deb Stover reminds us all of what romance can be in the hands of a true original -- fast and funny, sexy and sassy. Don't miss Almost an Angel!"
~ Barbara Samuel, Award-Winning Author of Heart Of A Knight

Good News!

Montrose Romance has released a new trade paperback edition of THE GIFT. It is available here http://www.amzn.com/dp/1477806326/ as of March 12, 2013.

You can read reviews and the first chapter at my site, here: http://www.debstover.com/thegift.html

The original mass market and kindle editions are also still available.

There's a video trailer here: http://youtu.be/QXGowseqJVA  The final frame gives the incorrect publisher information, as it should be Amazon's Montlake Romance, but the rest is still good. :)

Happy reading, all!

Four Freebies!

It's snowing like crazy here in Colorado, but that's okay since we need the moisture and I have a deadline.  That means I have no choice but to stay home. :)

Beginning at 12:01 AM tomorrow--okay, a bit after midnight tonight, I guess--I will have 4 books free at Kindle.  One title--MULLIGAN STEW--will be free at both Kindle and iBooks.  You'll find info and links at http://www.debstover.com/books.html .

Oh, about that deadline....  To those of you who have been badgering--yes, you have--me for more than a decade to write US Marshal Sam Weathers into his own story, that's what I'm doing.  It's a novella, but he is the hero.  The title is "Play It Again, Sam," and it will be included in the next Novelist Inc anthology.  Stay tuned for more details.

Meanwhile, here's the blurb about the freebies, if you want to share.  Go for it.

12:01 AM Feb 22-midnight Feb 26, award-winning author @debstover offers 4 titles FREE! Details & links at http://www.debstover.com/books.html. Dare to read "The Galileo of Romance!"

Happy reading!

I think that groundhog was wearing sunglasses....

~Deb
www.debstover.com

Once Upon A Time

Winter is in full swing here in the Rockies. Snow is beautiful, and moisture is necessary, but I'm ready for Spring flowers and gardens.

I'm noticing renewed interest in time travels lately, which has always been my favorite sub-genre of Romance. These books are fun to read and to write. There's something really intriguing about looking at history from a contemporary viewpoint. My favorite time travels are those that do not incorporate a revolving door time portal. The mechanism for transporting the character through time must have serious consequences. If it's too easy, it sort of spoils everything. Doesn't it? There's an article I wrote several years ago about time travels still up on the Internet here. And there's an interview with PNR on writing time travels here.

My time travels novels include: Shades of Rose, A Willing Spirit, Some Like It Hotter, Almost An Angel, Another Dawn, Citizen Daisy, and A Moment In Time. I also have a time travel novella titled "Keeper Of The Well" included in the Murder Most Romantic anthology.  You'll find more information and buy links on my Books page.

I've been busy this past year reissuing my backlist, so most of these time travels are now available in digital format. I'm planning to get Shades Of Rose--my very first book--and Almost An Angel released this spring. 

Always is my latest reissue. This is a contemporary romance--a reunion story set in the Rockies--which I lovingly call "Dr. Dolittle Meets Northern Exposure." The heroine is a doctor and the hero is a veterinarian in a small quirky mountain town. Though there is humor, it's also very heartwarming and sexy. I hope you enjoy it. This book was originally released by Zebra in 2000 as A Matter Of Trust. I hope you enjoy it.

Right now I'm finishing a story for the next Novelists Inc anthology. My story is titled "Play It Again, Sam." Yes, for those of you who have been asking, this is United States Marshal Sam Weathers starring in the lead role at long last. It took some fancy work to bring him back to life, but when have I ever let that stop me?

Check my Books page often for special offers and new releases. I offer titles for free download fairly often.

Happy reading, and may all your days include a bit of magic!

Love,

Deb

Irish Whiskey Punch

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Some legends claim St. Patrick drove the snakes out of Ireland.  Others claim those "snakes" were the Druids and Pagans.  I'm inclined to believe the latter.

Whatever you believe, have a wonderful St. Patrick's Day.  Wear something green, tip a bit of Irish beer or Whiskey.  Speaking of which, here is my recipe for Irish Whiskey Punch, which I make every year.  My guests--even those who claim not to like whiskey--practically lick last few drops from the bottoms of their cups.

Slainte!

Irish Whiskey Punch

Ingredients:
6 lemons
3 pints of boiling water
2 cups of sugar
3 pints of Irish whiskey

Method:
Peel the lemon rind very thinly, and then squeeze the lemon. Add to the boiling water and sugar. Dissolve the sugar. Then add the Irish whiskey, strain the punch, and serve. It can be served hot or allowed to cool and bottled for picnics.

Variation (mine):
The first year I made this, when I removed the lid from the pot, flames erupted.  So now I prepare the sugar, water, and lemon juice in a sauce pan, then dump it into my crockpot set on low, THEN add the whiskey.  It can be served directly from the pot.  Leftovers--if there are any--can be stored in the fridge and reheated, or serve it cold for a picnic lunch.  If you're not driving...

Enjoy!

And if you need an Irish read, don't forget to revisit my Mulligans.  If you haven't met them, MULLIGAN STEW is still only 99 cents in digital format.  Find all the links at my site.

Free Book!

Mulligan Stew is still available for $.99 at most sites, and is free for a limited time at iBooks!

http://itunes.apple.com/us/book/mulligan-stew/id466266068?mt=11

Star-crossed lovers, a cursed Irish castle, and comfort food.  :)  Happy reading!

Free Download Now!

Happy New Year, and Happy Reading!

~Deb

99 Cent Sale!

$.99 cent sale!!!  MULLIGAN STEW and SOME LIKE IT HOTTER are both available at this special price for a limited time. The price should take effect for all readers, and is available now at Amazon for Kindle and Barnes & Noble for the  Nook. http://www.debstover.com/books.html for links.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VTHX5Q

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005LY2OKE

Happy Holidays to all, and Happy Reading!

Love,

Deb

Return to Ireland with The Mulligans

MULLIGAN STEW and MULLIGAN MAGIC are now available in digital format with beautiful new covers.  These are two of my favorite books--readers and reviewers seem to agree.

Enjoy!

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005LY2OKE

"Take a down-home Tennessee single mom who's astonished to learn the man she thought abandoned her has actually bequeathed her a share of an Irish castle, and you have the makings of a rollicking tale that's as tasty as the title."

 ~ BookPage

"Deb Stover just took flight on wings of magic and landed in Ireland in a pot of Mulligan Stew hot enough to singe your eyebrows off with her extraordinary characters that jump off the pages into your heart. This book has everything necessary to keep you flipping the pages because from the moment you meet Bridget and Riley you know there are other forces at work to bring them together to break the curse on the Black Castle that has stood vacant for l00 years. I highly recommend this book." ~ Suzanne Coleburn, Reader to Reader

4 1/2 Stars! A Romantic Times "Top Pick"

"Utilizing the same magic that made her historical/time travel novels such a delight, author Deb Stover brings emotional depth and passion to this terrific contemporary tale. As a writer, Deb Stover has a unique style and voice that are a pleasure to read in any genre."

"Deb Stover writes with a stunning beauty and wry wit that resonates throughout all of her novels, but never so profoundly as with Mulligan Stew. Like the stew for which it is named, this novel offers something for everyone's taste in this artful blend of Irish contemporary romance, an ancient curse, a haunted castle, gothic overtones and the struggle to reconcile the past with the present. Characters are vividly realized from the heroine who will kick another woman in the shins for hurting her child's feelings, to the hero who cannot forget the dead brother he loved so deeply. Stover creates a poignant tale of loss, healing and recreation that will linger long after the last page is turned. Yet another Stover novel to add your keeper shelf, Mulligan Stew earns the WordWeaving Award for Excellence." 

~ Cindy Penn, WordWeaving

"Deb Stover has taken a delightful heroine, a tortured hero, a whispering castle, stirred in an ancient curse for spice and served up a deliciously rich, warm Irish stew." 

~ Bestselling Author, JoAnn Ross

"Humor, passion and the warmth of family fill the pages of Mulligan Stew, drawing the reader into a magical place of possibilities and the wonderful healing power of love. Deb Stover has created a captivating tale grounded in the basic tenets of life... nothing is more powerful than family and the love of two hearts joined together. I highly recommend Mulligan Stew for a hearty dish of romance and passion." 

~ Terrie Figueroa, Romance Reviews Today

"I read this book in a matter of hours. It drew me in from the prologue to the very last satisfying page. Not only was this book sensual from the get-go but the charming heroine with her Southern twang added just the right amount of comic relief when it was most needed. Add all this to a dark gothic-like castle with a curse attached to it, and you have a not to be put down, must read book!" 

~ Kathy Boswell, The Best Reviews

"Author Deb Stover spiced up this romance novel with just a dash of magic. At times I felt as if the past and the present were one and the same. I found it delightful to see a strong modern heroine in the haunting setting of a gothic tale, taming a stubborn man who fit the dark setting so well. Somehow the author was able to put it all together while showing the reader how breathtakingly beautiful Ireland really is. Highly recommended! Five stars!" 

~ Huntress Book Reviews

"A recipe for romance--star-crossed lovers, a dark Irish castle, a witch's curse, and a heaping helpin' of destiny. Deb Stover cooks up a satisfying contemporary gothic-style romance, chock full of humor, passion, and mystery. Bon appétit." 

~ Leslie Tramposch, PNR Reviews

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005LY2OXG

Raves and Reviews

4 1/2 Stars -- A Romantic Times Top Pick!!!!

"The mystery & magic of the Mulligan family is back in Mulligan Magic, the sequel to Mulligan Stew. In this enchanting tale enduring love, revenge, suspense and the paranormal all mesh into a richly rewarding reading experience. Ms. Stover is a purveyor of magic." ~Romantic Times Book Club

"Mulligan Magic is a marvelous tale of reincarnation, magic, wildly romantic characters and downright fabulous storytelling by the incomparable Deb Stover, a woman who delivers the best on a regular schedule. Awesome!" ~ Suzanne Coleburn, Reader To Reader


"Five Stars! This is a great book!"
~Affaire de Coeur

"Wow! If you enjoyed Mulligan Stew you will love Mulligan Magic. This story is a heady blend of romance, suspense, and intrigue. As with Bridget and Riley, Nick and Maggie are soulmates, with all those lovely implications. Paranormal lovers will enjoy learning more about the castle curse and the ghosts of the past, while getting a taste of a modern magick in the bargain. The battle between good and evil will keep you in your seat until the last page is read. All the threads now seem to be wrapped up in a tidy little bow. I highly recommend this gripping magical tale of second chances."
~Leslie Tramposch, PNR Reviews

"A most Bewitching, Beguiling, and Beautiful story of how life can turn itself around and everyone concerned finds the family they each desire. Deb Stover never ceases to amaze me with her FANTASTIC writing! 5 BELLS!!!!!"  ~Donita Lawrence, Bell, Book & Candle

"Mixing together magic and reincarnation in this wonderful tale, Stover mingles the fear of discovery with danger that stands ready to destroy them all in a terrifying conclusion."
~Lucele Coutts, Romance Authors & Readers (ROAR)

“Mulligan Magic sparkles in the Irish mist.”
—JoAnn Ross, USA Today Bestselling author

"Passion, betrayal and an ancient curse blend to create a tale that will delight the reader and capture the heart. I highly recommend Mulligan Magic for a timeless tale of second chances, and of a love powerful enough to last through the centuries."
~Terrie Figueroa, Romance Reviews Today

"Mulligan Magic combines romantic suspense with paranormal elements for an exciting novel readers will treasure. The return of favorite characters provides delightful continuity for fans of the previous novel, but Mulligan Magic sparkles as a stand-alone with Stover's characteristic flair for creating memorable characterizations and a rich Irish landscape."
Cindy Penn, WordWeaving

"Setting a curse causes major consequences. When those consequences spring from the vivid imagination of Deb Stover, readers are guaranteed a spectacular story! BRAVA!"
~Detra Fitch, Huntress Reviews

"Not only was this an absolutely fascinating story but also we got to visit all the beloved characters that we first met in Mulligan Stew. The taste of Ireland is so strong in this book that I devoured it in one gulp. It is my fervent hope that Deb Stover will revisit Ireland over and over again." ~ Kathy Boswell, The Best Reviews

Some Like It Hotter back on Kindle

It's alive again at Amazon Kindle as of today!  Thanks for your patience.

Blurb:

"Natchez detective, Mike Faricy, is living a nightmare. First, his partner and best friend is killed in a shootout. Then a strange man appears at the precise moment Mike offers to sell his soul in exchange for his partner's life. Before Mike can blink, the man promises him the chance to change June 19th, the day before the killing. Who can blame him for at least trying? But he should have read the fine print. Now Mike is facing Abigail Kingsley--a knockout woman in Civil War-era garb who insists it is June 19th, all right...1865! A man out of time. A woman out of options. Time-travel Romance at its very best!"

Dirty Harry meets Scarlett O'Hara and there's hell to pay....

           They stood facing each other beneath the stars, and Abigail wondered if these feelings were the sort of thing poets knew when they penned beautiful, heartrending words.  She felt so strange, as if she and Mike were no longer of this world.  They were with the stars, suspended apart from pain and reality.

           Safe.

           His breathing grew louder and mingled with her own as the seconds ticked by.  Though he still hadn't touched her, she felt him, felt a power emanating from him and into her.  An invisible bond spanned the distance between them, drawing her to him unlike anything she'd ever known or even dreamed of.

           She could almost see it--this magical force that drew her to him.  Her insides ached and throbbed, empty and weeping for him.  "Mike."  His name was barely more than a strangled whisper, torn from her lips by desperation and a need so raw and fierce she felt she might die from it.

           Then he touched her.

A Few Reviewers' Comments:

"Fun, fast-paced, sexy...sizzling passion...a terrific read."

~ Best-selling author, Kristin Hannah

"An exciting page-turner from a talented author. In addition to suspense, romance, and  humor, this book has a heart of pure gold."

~ Best-selling author, Susan Wiggs

                                   

        "EXTRAORDINARY!  Deb Stover is a master dream-spinner!  A haunting, heart-wrenching, utterly beautiful example of time travel romance at its very best!"

~ Best-selling author, Maggie Shayne

                                   

"5 Stars!  A tremendous time travel romance...brilliantly crafted...great work from a rising star!"

~ Affaire de Coeur

 "With a number of wonderful surprises and startling revelations, Some Like it Hotter sets 

 Ms. Stover apart. She is truly an original writer of remarkable talents and you'll be delighted with her sexy, creative, humorous and poignant trip back in time!"  

~ Romantic Times Book Club

 "Truly remarkable...no one does it better!!"

~Donita Lawrence, Bell, Book & Candle -- RWA Bookseller of the Year, 1995

SOME LIKE IT HOTTER won a few awards when it was released:

The Heart of Romance Readers' Choice Award for Best Paranormal.

Affaire de Coeur's annual Reader Favorite Poll (from 1997): 

Best Time Travel:  Some Like it Hotter by Deb Stover 

Best Supernatural Romance:  Almost An Angel by Deb Stover 

Favorite Author: Deb Stover 

Romance Novel of the Year!  Some Like It Hotter by Deb Stover