Lo-cal Fruit Crisp (no sugar added!)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GinKG5Xg1d8&t=2s I love sweets, but I try to avoid processed sugar. The only sweetness you'll find in this simple and healthy recipe is from fresh fruit mixed with some delicious spices. (New updated recipe below from November 2020 adds walnuts and
Using Self-Care to Amplify Fitness
Exercise provides a wealth of benefits to our physical, emotional and mental health. Fitness builds our self-confidence, makes us less anxious, and can even battle depression. Anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns often get in the way of fitness.
From Hobby To Side Hustle: How To Get It Done
We are living in the age of the side hustle. According to Small Biz Trends, there are more Americans doing a side hustle now than at any point in the past 20 years. Side hustles give people the opportunity to
Healthy Habits for a Long & Happy Life
Women enjoy longer life spans compared to their male counterparts. If you want those extra years to be good ones, it’s important to be proactive concerning your health and wellness routine. With all the things your average woman is responsible
Sustainability Now News Column
READ the “Sustainability Now News” Column in the Ventura Breeze (In Print and Online). Maryann’s articles also appear under the “This ‘N’ That” column. April 24-May 7, 2019, Page 9: "FOOD Share — Feeding Ventura County" (Interview with CEO Monica White) April
Talking about Writing, Inspiration, Spirituality, & ALOHA on The Heart Gardener PODCAST
I so loved the conversation I had on The Heart Gardener PODCAST with Host Genevieve Heart. We talk about writing, books, inspiration, spirituality, and ALOHA! ✨ PLEASE LISTEN AND SHARE THIS INTERVIEW, http://bit.ly/2wTV8Tu "Lady in the Window" is available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble.
Mango Pineapple Sorbet
Did you ever look at the ingredients of store bought sorbets? Many use corn syrup, processed sugar, and some other ingredients you might not know what they are. Here’s a DIY sorbet that uses only a few natural and organic
Talking about Writing, Producing & Cooking on “The Nick Digilio Show” WGN Chicago Radio Show
So enjoyed my RADIO INTERVIEW on "The Nick Digilio Show" (WGN Chicago). I talk about writing and producing movies, writing books and cooking, LISTEN HERE.
Maryann’s “Spiritual Intelligence” Radio Interview with Ima Sumac Watkins
I had a great time speaking with Ima Sumac Watkins the host of "Spiritual Intelligence." I talked to Ima about writing (novels, screenplays, for TV and print), setting up projects for TV & Film, my writing process and inspirations, and
“Lady in the Window” WINS the 2018 “Visionary” American Fiction Award!
I'm thrilled to find out today that my novel, "Lady in the Window" WON the 2018 "Visionary" American Fiction Award! Also a winner of the 2017 Best Book Award (Fiction: Romance). Hardcover and eBook at Barnes & Noble: http://bit.ly/2lOIotS & Amazon: