Ways I’d love to work with you.

Guide. Present. Faciliate.

  • Open laptop, colorful children's book titled "The World is Waiting for You," a mug with painted flowers, and additional children's books on a wooden table.

    One-on-one Guidance

    Do you have a book project in you? Not sure how the industry works? Should you self-publish or seek a traditional publisher?  Over the past 30 years, I've done it all, from self-publishing to more than nine million books sold. Let's schedule a call to help you get the clarity you need. Meetings over Zoom or Google Meets. TIME: 60 MINUTES

  • A group of people, mostly adults and young children, attending a seated storytime session in a conference room with two large screens displaying a colorful animated boat sailing on the ocean, as a woman conducts the program.

    Speaking + Workshops

    I love the opportunity to gather in person for conversation, inspiration, connection and learning.

    — Corporate + Organization Events + Gatherings

    — Parenting + Family-focused Events

    — Professional Conferences

    — School Visits + Literacy Events

    — In-store Readings + Signings

  • Logo with an open book illustration above the text "brave on the page" in bold lettering, and the subtitle "Expressive Writing for Healing & Self-Discovery" in italics.

    Writing Circles

    Expressive writing — guided by prompts that jump-start direction — is an amazing tool for increased mental health, deep self-discovery, healing and growth. Inquire if you have a group that might benefit from this offering, either in-person or virtually.

Contact me to inquire about any of these opportunities!

Kind words from clients and collaborators

  • “Thank you for being our featured speaker at the gala. You were stunningly wonderful and brave to share so candidly about your journey with epilepsy. It is because of people like you who demonstrate their perseverance and share it with others that it helps make someone feel less alone.”

    — Keri Olufson, Development Officer
    Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota

  • “If you are looking for a dynamic speaker for your class, conference or next big event, Marianne is the perfect choice!”

    —DR. NICOLE COBB, Vanderbilt University, TN Counseling Association President

  • ”Thank you for your support with the 1:1 session we had. As a result of that I have re-edited my novel, following the editor's assessment and I have published it on Wattpad entering the Wattys competition. This feels like a major achievement for me, and it was never about the actual competition, but it gave me the deadline I needed. Our call gave me the confidence to go ahead with it, so thank you again!”

    — Matilde Crocini, Inner Transformation Mentor and Podcast Host, Women Reclaiming Their Fullness

  • “Marianne's keynote for the Tennessee Association for Children's Early Education (TACEE) annual conference was empowering! Conference attendees loved her message of overcoming and belonging.  The positive reaction to her stories was palpable as people personally identified and connected the motivational truths to their teaching of young children.”

    — Cheri Lindsey, Early Childhood Education Director, TACEE