About & PressThe Little Way Living a life with intention, grace, and abounding love.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
Heartwarming News!October ‘25
I signed a three-book contract with WhiteFire Publishing for
The Hometown Love Series!
The series will release through WhiteFire’s Ashberry Lane imprint,
Heartfelt Stories of Faith♥
The first book, Welcome Home, Ella Mae, is scheduled to release in October 2026.
Author BiographyI’m a small-town girl from Maryland who writes inspirational stories of love, loyalty, and friendship. You can always count on timeless stories filled with lovely country settings, endearing small towns, memorable characters, encouraging faith journeys, and heartwarming romance ~ all with a sprinkle of humor, a lovable animal companions or two, and the classic Irish spirit.
I enjoy horseback riding through the countryside, Irish ceili dancing, afternoon tea time, Jane Austen, and writing letters. I’m a novice seamstress and knitter who is learning the ways of weaving together natural fabrics and thread. The process is both an immense joy and a labor of love, as good things often are.
And speaking of joy, writing brings so much joy to my heart! I grew up with an incredible love for animals, which led me to a career as a life scientist and science educator. In 2018, I founded Spirit of Love, an animal-assisted learning and wellness program. Animals always find their way into my stories, bringing an added dose of humor (and undeniable adorableness) to the tale.
I earned my MFA in Creative Writing from SNHU and love writing both inspirational fiction and creative nonfiction. I am a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW), the Catholic Writer’s Guild (CWG), and the Faith, Hope, & Love Christian Writers (FHLCW).
I hope to always share Jesus’ love through my words, inspiring readers to find unconditional love, faith, and beauty in the adventures that greet us each day.
Why Irish storytelling is so special to me...It’s the people.
A culture rooted in oral traditions and lyrical songs.
For me, it all began when I was a young child sitting at my grandfather’s feet while he told me stories that became engrained in my memory. I would run upstairs to my grandparent’s room in our home and ask him to read a book or tell me a story. I didn’t always understand the stories, as I was early on in elementary school, but I felt the emotion in his words. Because true storytelling is not just the words spoken or written on paper, but the emotions the story invokes. It’s the way your mind grows and your heart expands.
My heart beat with a love for stories that continues to this day.
If you’ve ever listened to an Irish man tell a story, you know he doesn’t skimp on words or expressions. And my grandfather was a grand ol’ storyteller. I did not have much time with my grandfather as he passed away when I was still a child, but these times are the memories that have stayed with me over the years. They are the memories that fueled my love of my heritage.
My visits to Ireland over the years have always felt like a homecoming.
My time in Ireland inspired me to tell stories that matter.
To write the words that bring to life the uplifting humor, unconditional love, and enduring faith of the Emerald Isle.
Please credit photography by Kate Palker of Pearly Kate Photography.
AboutMy Writing...What I promise you now and always
The stories I write are from my heart and the workings of my hands. They result from continual prayer, years of dedicated story planning, and seemingly endless handwritten pages to finally become the books I share. My readers can always rest assure knowing that every idea and piece of writing I pen comes from my heart to spread God’s love through my words.
I hope you enjoy my stories and that they make your heart smile!
Love & Blessings,
Colleen Marie
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AUTHOR BIO’S
100-Word Biography
Colleen writes inspirational small-town romance with Irish charm and is author of The Claddagh Tales, stories of friendship, loyalty, and love. As an MFA graduate in creative writing, and member of the American Christian Fiction Writer's (ACFW), she hopes her stories will inspire readers to see their unique beauty in God's plan. She lives in the countryside of Maryland with her husband, three children, and crew of lovable animals. When she’s not writing, you can find her teaching biology at a local university, enjoying family hikes through the woods, and leading sessions in her animal-assisted learning program, Spirit of Love.
50-Word Biography
Colleen is an inspirational romance author who pens The Claddagh Tales, a collection of small-town Irish romance stories. She's a member of the ACFW and resides in the countryside of Maryland with her family and crew of animals. She enjoys ceili dancing, horseback riding, and a warm cup o' tea.
20-Word Biography
Colleen writes inspirational small-town romance with Irish charm. She's author of The Claddagh Tales, stories of friendship, loyalty, and love.