Maryann Ridini Spencer
Welcome to my author website and Simply Delicious Living Magazine. As a novelist, cookbook author, recipe developer, print lifestyle journalist, TV Host, and television and film writer/producer, I have a passion for writing and creating content for books, magazines, newspapers, television, film, video, and radio that inspires, uplifts, entertains and informs.
I first developed a love of storytelling when I was a child, thanks to my English teachers in middle school. I wrote stories from historical fiction to modern-day romances, mysteries, even futuristic tales. And then I forgot about my writings…until much later. Read More.
Lady in the Window
“Maryann Ridini Spencer lends her talented pen to a sweeping tale that is sure to involve the heart.”
–Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times best-selling author
“Lady in the Window is an inspiring and inspirational story; a perfect remedy for the stresses we all experience, and as soothing as an ocean sunset. Maryann Ridini Spencer writes beautifully with great insight into the human heart. This is a story that will stay with you for a long time.”
–Nelson DeMille, #1 New York Times best-selling author
The Paradise Table
“Maryann Spencer magically weaves together the breathtaking beauty and spirituality of Kauai, miracles, and the power of faith and love into an intriguing quest for the truth. The Paradise Table is not just another mystery—it is a heartwarming validation of self-trust, friendship, love, and healing.”
—Kathy Strong, award-winning travel author and columnist for USA Today/Gannett Newspapers and founder of PSWishYouWereHereTravel.com
Secrets of Grace Manor
“Maryann Ridini Spencer’s Secrets of Grace Manor takes you on Kate Grace’s continuing mystical journey inside the spiritual Aloha life. Filled with mystery, love, intrigue, hope, and faith, it taps into social and racial issues that still pervade our society. The visual swath of Ms. Spencer’s pen makes you feel like you’re right there with Kate throughout her journey. It’s a magical read!”
—Elliot Slutzky, President of Distribution, Open Road Films, Los Angeles
Simply Delicious Living with Maryann® — Entrees
Over 40 easy-to-make, delicious recipes made with fresh and natural ingredients that will make your taste buds jump for joy!
Award-Winning Movies & TV Series
The Lost Valentine
“The Lost Valentine,” an award-winning, critically acclaimed movie co-produced/written by Maryann Ridini Spencer, was based on the best-selling novel “The Last Valentine” by James Michael Pratt. When it premiered in 2011, “The Lost Valentine” became Hallmark Hall of Fame’s most highly rated movie in four years and won CBS-TV the night with over 15 million viewers tuning in. Receiving critical acclaim, and nominated for many awards, in 2012, the film won a “Faith and Freedom” award for inspiring American values and ideals at the nationally televised, star-studded, 20th Annual Movieguide Awards (February 2012). Read More.
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Recent Articles from Simply Delicious Living® Magazine
The Writer’s Table interview with Kathy Strong
The Writer’s Table Maryann Ridini Spencer speaks with award-winning travel journalist, author, and celebrity interviewer Kathy Strong in this Facebook LIVE interview. Visit Kathy at PSWishYouWereHereTravel.com. View Kathy’s latest book, Secret Southern California on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3zfUcsO. Visit Maryann’s Amazon Author […]
Yogurt Berry Parfait
In my Kate Grace novels, there’s a place where the locals in Hanalei, Kauai, love to congregate – The Plumeria Café. My Simply Delicious Living blog features dishes from The Plumeria Café. One fantastic item on the menu to enjoy […]
Simply Delicious Living featured in FeedSpot’s TOP 100 Healthy Eating Blogs & Websites
Thank you Feedspot for featuring my SimplyDeliciousLiving Blog in your TOP 100 HEALTHY EATING BLOGS & WEBSITES! Google+
Vegetarian Greek Tacos
I love making my taco salad or fish tacos for a simple and delicious lunch or dinner. What’s so great about tacos is that you can dice up or shred whatever veggies you desire, then add in your protein of […]
Roasted Beet & Peach Salad
When the temperatures rise, I love making a cool, crisp salad! Here’s a recipe you can serve as a side or main course. For a heartier salad add quinoa or farro or top with grilled fish, chicken, tempeh or tofu. […]
May 26, 2022 Facebook LIVE Author Talk
JOIN US Thursday, May 26, 2022, 1:00 PM Pacific Time at https://facebook.com/MaryannRidiniSpencer for a FACEBOOK LIVE AUTHOR TALK on Writing, Publishing, Inspiration, Marketing & More! AUTHORS: Robbie Motter, (“It’s All About Showing Up,” https://amzn.to/3lCHA8O); Angela Covnay, Author & Publisher(https://havanabookgroup.com); Maryann […]