Once Upon a Cove Christmas honored with a 2025 Christlit Book Award
"Once Upon a Cove Christmas" by Maryann Ridini Spencer has been honored with a 2025 Christlit Book Award. This prestigious international award is dedicated to acknowledging and honoring remarkable authors who skillfully integrate themes of faith into their literary creations.
Artichoke and Portobello Mushroom Pasta
One of my favorite things to do is create delicious recipes with fresh and natural ingredients. Being part Italian, I naturally love pasta – with a red sauce, maybe with some lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil, and I
Author Talk Sacred Pens with Guest Susie Mierzwik “Sow in Tears Reap in Joy”
In this episode, guest Dr. Susie Mierzwik, bestselling author, speaker, and entrepreneur, discusses her book, Sow in Tears Reap in Joy, A Transformational Memoir and shares her personal experiences and offers valuable insights into breaking unhealthy communication patterns to lead
Maryann Ridini Spencer wins “Author of the Year” for Christian Fiction
On Saturday, October 4, 2025, Author, Screenwriter, and Producer Maryann Ridini Spencer won "Author of the Year" in the category of Christian Fiction at the 2025 International Impact Book Awards Black Tie Gala, which took place at 7:00 pm at
Mango Coconut Muffins
Spending time in Kauai and the Hawaiian Islands while writing my Kate Grace novels, I came up with the idea for The Plumeria Café, which my character Kate frequents. My Mango Coconut Muffins are inspired by the Islands and "Living
Healthy Veggie Salad Bowl
For lunch or dinner, I enjoy eating my vegetables as a side or in my salad. Recently, I dined out with a friend and ordered a lunch bowl that was filled with lots of delicious vegetables alongside organic grains. It
The Mary Garden FREE EPUB DOWNLOAD Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26
Get a FREE EPUB Download of The Mary Garden on AMAZON Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26. CLICK HERE. The Mary Garden, a sacred space with deep roots in the Middle Ages, has profound historical significance. It first gained prominence
Black Bean, Cheese & Pepper Quesadilla
My family recently gathered on Long Island, New York's Gold Coast, to enjoy a multi-generational reunion. We had a fantastic time boating, visiting the many picturesque vineyards on the North Fork (where I've set my Lavender Hill Cove novels), and
Lemon Artichoke and Nut Pasta
One of my favorite go-to pastas is this Lemon Artichoke and Nut Pasta. It's packed with flavor, texture, and nutrition. Make it in under 30 minutes, and it's great hot or cold. Serve it as a main course or as
Citrus and Mango Shrimp Salad
Several weeks ago, I had a writer's meeting at my house with a well-known journalist and author, Kathy Strong. Kathy just came out with a new book, The '57 Chevy, and I wanted to celebrate her accomplishment and serve a