Hey peeps!

I’m super excited to announce that my novel, Time-Marked Warlock, has won the Shelley Award for Paranormal Fiction!

I was awarded this giant blue ribbon, and there was a ceremony in Seattle!

Time-Marked Warlock is best described as “The Dresden Files meets Groundhog Day” and has been well received in the community!

“A captivating and sometimes sentimental tale that puts a magical twist on a familiar time-loop framework.” – Kirkus Reviews

“This is one of the best-written stories of its kind I have ever read, a story that grabs you on page one and has you reading avidly all the way through, not wanting to put it down in case you miss something.” – Reader’s Favorite Review

“The overall strong characterization, intriguing portrait of this world, and contrast between the making of a new warlock and the remaking of an old one makes Time-Marked Warlock a top recommendation for libraries seeking novel urban fantasies that hold the ability to reach into general and non-fantasy-reading audiences and book club discussion groups alike.” – Midwest Book Review

“In Time-Marked Warlock, Shami Stovall introduces us to Adair Finch, a burned-out warlock who is still reeling from the murder of his brother a decade prior. With style and poise, she brings the character to life, giving the reader someone to root for while introducing readers to a new style of magic. Fans of the Dresden Files and the Iron Druid Chronicles will definitely enjoy Stovall’s creation.” – Jason Cordova (Co-Author of Monster Hunter Memoirs: Fever)

“The Time-Marked Warlock is so good it’ll keep you up until 4:34am, then do it again every other time you read it.” – Rob Howell, publisher of New Mythology Press

“If The Dresden Files and Groundhog Day ever had a baby, it would be Time-Marked Warlock, an urban fantasy with the perfect balance of humor, cozy cantankerousness, and supernatural investigation.” – S.L. Rowland (Author of Cursed Cocktails)

“Time-Marked Warlock is an intriguing blend of Harry Dresden and Groundhog Day. Stovall has crafted an intriguing world with a unique spin of magic, complete with different types with their own distinct flavor and rules. It’s a world that is not only fun to read, but that I want to learn more about. It would make a great setting for an urban fantasy game.” – Jon Osborne (Author of the Milesian Accords)

“Shami has played an absolute blinder with this one. Adair Finch is someone I’d get on with, and definitely grab a beer with… Can’t wait to see more of the way the new warlock is going to shake up his life as well!” – Jez Cajiao (Author of Arise)

“Gritty, sad, hilarious, and poignant by turns… It’s beautifully done, and I can’t wait to read the rest of the series!” – KC Ezell (Co-Author of Second Chance Angel)

“All I can say is wow! I’ve been a fan of urban fantasy for ages, and this book just clawed its way to the top of my all-time favorites list! Brilliant concept and even better execution! Shami, please, I need book two!” – Luke Chmilenko (Co-Author of the Iron Prince)

“It’s really fun! Urban fantasy lovers are going to adore it: fresh new twists on your favorite tropes. Great characters, fun plot. Highly recommended!” – Joelle Presby (Author of The Dabare Snake Launcher)

“What spirit do I have to make a pact with to become Finch’s murder mystery assistant? ‘CAUSE I WILL DO IT.” – H.P. Holo (Author of Monster Punk Horizon and podcaster at Author Q&A)

If you HAVEN’T yet read Time-Marked Warlock, now is the time!

The Blurb:

Adair Finch is the most powerful warlock in the world, and one of the best private investigators for hire.

He has dealt with corporate vampires, murderous werewolves, and even fae royalty. Everything was perfect until he lost one case—the case where he also lost his brother.

So Finch retired. From magic. From PI work. From everything.

Bree Blackstone, a twelve-year-old witch, doesn’t know or care about any of that except Finch’s reputation. In the middle of the night, she bangs on Finch’s door. Her mother has been murdered, and now the assassin is after Bree as well.

Reluctantly, Finch agrees to help, only to discover something sinister has been brewing in town while he ignored the world… He’ll need to dust off all his old skills and magic before it’s too late.