Marianne Burgess has been an avid reader all her life, with a particular passion for books centered on mystical quests and magic, spanning both adult and young adult genres. This love for enchanting tales inspired her to embark on a literary journey of her own, culminating in the creation of her first fantasy novel, Shadow of the Spider.

Marianne’s professional background is rooted deeply in education. She spent fifty years dedicated to the field, serving as an elementary teacher and principal, and later as a university instructor within a Faculty of Education. Throughout her career, she harnessed the power of books, stories, and storytelling to foster creativity and enhance the reading and writing skills of her students.