Maree Church

Enter a world of mystery, magic, and adventure. I'm Maree Church, composer of tales for children and adults where fantasy and intrigue blend with a bit of humor and the commanding presence of dogs.

Hello from California where I spend a lot of time creating fantasy worlds and a bevy of characters some of whom are frightful, some amusing, and some are just like your friends and neighbors – well, they might be frightful or amusing too. Of course, living near Napa, I enjoy wine just like my characters in The Glass Ceiling Club. So, sit back, grab a glass of something with bubbles (my favorite) and curl up with a book. As Groucho Marx once said, “Outside a dog, a book is man’s best friend. Inside it’s too dark to read.”

New Releases

What does Chiara Chandler know about murder? She’s about to find out.
A dash of mystery, a splash of romance, and a sextet of murders blend together in this story of corporate greed, misogyny and retribution.

I Bark Therefore I Am
Dino, poet, philosopher, fantasist pup is back.
He’s back in California after living half of his life in Italy. Follow his adventure as he tries to acclimate to his new home and searches for his next big thing.

Can a chocolate chip cookie save the world? Not if they forgot to bring them.
Our fearless heroes and their canine companions are off on an adventure to save humankind from an evil wizard’s monster and the wicked Drusilla.

My Book Shelf

“You have to write the book that wants to be written. And if the book will be too difficult for grown-ups, then you write it for children.”
― Madeleine L’Engle

Coming Soon

The Murano Glass Murders

Chiara promised it was just a vacation, and she wouldn’t get involved in any murders. But the death of Allison’s friend in Venice during Carnevale sets the ladies of The Glass Ceiling Club off on another mysterious adventure. This one involves a mystical antiquity, a secret organization, and Murano glass. But how do all these things fit together? And what does the release of a video game have to do with anything? Sit down with a glass of Prosecco and join Chiara and friends on a Venice vacation like none other.

“Books are uniquely portable magic.”
― Stephen King

Testimonials

What they say about my books

The Book of Mysteries: Grimstone Mansion

" Sometimes funny, sometimes a bit terrifying…and sometimes a combination of both! Grimstone Mansion, Book 1 in the Book of Mysteries Trilogy, is a great read for all ages. . . . I highly recommend this book. "

The Red Gemstone

" If you want adventure, magic, and mystery, then this book is a must read. I can't wait for the final book in this trilogy. "

The Monster From the Depths of Time

" Drusilla is at it again! Can our fearless canine duo and the their humans save the world or will the monster from the depths of time be set free? . . Buckle up for a swashbuckling adventure with Charlie, Dash, Lizzy, and Rafe. "

Dog Days in Italy

" Part travelogue, part philosophical treatise, and often a comedy of errors, this book is told from Dino’s point of view in a very readable and captivating fashion. . . . Do yourself a favour and join him in his adventures. "

A Dog's Beary Merry Christmas Carol

" Bought three of them for my grandkids. Was fun and even silly to read with them before bedtime. Combining lots of different fairy tales into one. When finished, My granddaughter said “read it again! "

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