Hi! I'm Marianne.
For 20+ years, I've been giving voice to the heart's journey through my books, cards, and other offerings that help you share your heart and connect with those you love. With 70+ books and nine million copies sold, I like to say I write for the “unique everybody.” Our stories are different and our feelings a lot the same. Curiosity and empathy are my jam. Inspired by my own childhood journey with epilepsy, I'm passionate about helping people feel seen and loved for who they are — and using the power of soul-reflection + self-expression to learn, heal and grow. (I'm a certified coach and reiki master, too!) As a wise therapist told me: When you belong to yourself, your belonging with others matters more. My hope is to be a witness and bridge to the message of your own heart!
New Book! Celebrating 20 years of I Love You So... Way, WAY more than you know!
Long ago, I wrote the words I wanted my own four kids to know: I love you bigger and wider and brighter than you can imagine.
Hundreds of thousands of families have embraced its message, too, as a way to share unconditional love with their children. It's been read at wedding and funerals and at the bedside of ailing parents. Two decades seems like the perfect time for Sourcebooks and I to release it with brand new art by Fiona Lee to welcome a new and diverse generation of families!
