The Early Years

Marion was born in Derby, Connecticut, an area rich in local history. At the age of two she moved with her parents across the Housatonic River to Shelton. Marion was lucky enough to attend St. Michael’s Catholic Grammar School in Derby and graduated as president of her class in 1962. She went on to graduate with honors from Shelton High School in 1966.

Marion began experimenting with poetry and short stories while she was in grammar school. During her high school years Marion was active in the Creative Writing Club and wrote many articles for the high school newspaper, The High Echo.

Even before she began her formal schooling Marion’s parents instilled in her their own love of reading and story-telling. Having no siblings, Marion found an entire world of friends and adventure through books. As a child her bedroom was lined with books, some of which she still owns.

Getting Serious About Writing

Since early childhood Marion had yearned to write a novel; that dream was brought to fruition in 2005 when she self-published her debut Novel, 201 Atwater, the first in a series of books that will reflect the history and occupants of seemingly common places. Her second novel, Honeysuckle Hill, was self-published in 2007. Both have met with high praise from readers and reviewers alike. A third novel is currently in progress.

Through her writing Marion hopes to instill in her readers a desire to learn more about the history of where they live and/or were born while reliving the romance of times gone by.

Marion is also a columnist for The Valley Times (Derby, CT) where she share reminiscences of her childhood and teen years in the column Valley Memories.

Additional Information

Marion is married to her best friend, Donald. They will be celebrating 38 years of marriage this year.

As a life-long (almost) Nutmegger, Marion has lived in the Housatonic Valley (Shelton and Derby), The Fair Haven area of New Haven, Wallingford, and Meriden. She and her husband currently reside in Florida a mere two miles from the most beautiful beaches in the country. Sadly they lost, Max, their 15 year old tabby, this year. His two sisters, Zena and Amber, still provide comfort and inspiration to Marion and her husband.

Marion is currently a member of the Emerald Coast Writers Group.

Marion would love to hear from readers and friends.