About Marie

Marie Lamba, author

Marie Lamba, author

Marie Lamba is author of acclaimed young adult novels. Her most recent is the YA paranormal novel Drawn about a teen artist who starts channeling one very hot ghost. This novel has been garnering rave reviews, and the huge Twilight fansite TwilightMOMS.com says, “Mysterious and enchanting, DRAWN is a breath of fresh air. If you are looking for a page turner with a unique twist, then look no further.”

Marie’s contemporary YA Over My Head, about a teen who puts her heart on the line for a college-aged lifeguard, is also widely praised.  New York Times bestseller Jonathan Maberry calls Over My Head, “a funny, touching, and at times heart-breaking Young Adult novel about the search for love.”

Marie’s humorous YA novel What I Meant… (Random House) was dubbed “an impressive debut” by Publisher’s Weekly and Kirkus called it, “realistic and well-paced.” School Library Journal hailed What I Meant… and its mainstream story about a biracial teen, saying, “The teen’s family life and struggles will resonate with readers of all backgrounds…teens will enjoy the interesting cast of characters and the book will have a broad appeal, leaving readers wanting more.”

Her essay “The View from the Outside,” appears in the anthology Call Me Okaasan: Adventures in Multicultural Mothering. And her short story “What I Did…” is in the new fiction anthology Liar Liar! .

More than 100 of Marie’s articles have been published in regional and national magazines.  Her most recent pieces include “Plotting a Novel Group” in Writer’s Digest magazine’s 2009 Yearbook fiction issue, “Priceless Promotion” in the 8/10 issue of Romance Writers of America’s RWR magazine, and “Joining Forces,” in the 1/11 issue of Writer’s Digest and their 2011/12 Yearbook creativity issue.

Marie is a full-time writer, mom and silly person, who lives in Pennsylvania with her husband, two daughters, and one rather too interesting poodle. She is also an Associate Literary Agent with the Jennifer DeChiara Literary Agency in New York City. Marie’s a frequent speaker at schools, libraries and conferences, and if you are interested in booking her for an event, you can get more info about this on her Appearances page.

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28 Responses to “About Marie”

  1. Virginia Smith Says:

    Just read your Writers Digest article on Novel Support Groups. Excellent! As a veteran critique groupie of the once-a-month-submission variety, I like your approach. Your group could catch things a developing novelist needs to focus on – plotting issues, structure problems, continuity issues. I wish I had enough experienced novelists in my area to form a face-to-face group. But I do have a couple of great crit buddies with whom I exchange fully completed novels on an as-needed basis.

    Great article!

  2. marielamba Says:

    Hi Virginia:

    Thanks so much for your kind comments. Perhaps an on-line version of the Rebel Writers is possible for you?

    Best of luck with your writing,
    Marie

  3. Temp. Daughter Says:

    I am internet stalking you. =] My temporary mother is, like, a hot commodity! I’m sure I spelled that wrong, but whatever.

    -Cait

  4. marielamba Says:

    Hey Cait!

    Temporary daughters are forever. Love you!

  5. Amara H Says:

    Hey Marie,
    I am reading What I Meant write now and I can’t put it down. It’s so interesting, and funny and it really relates to everyone of us. I love Sang and her best friend Gina and I was wondering if there are any sequels coming up.
    Thanks!
    Amara

  6. Philadelphia Stories Weblog Says:

    [...] your book in a 2.0 world, getting media coverage, and more. Panelists include: Elise Brown, author Marie Lamba, author Nancy Viau and author Scott [...]

  7. Challenge yourself: write in a different genre « Writing With Gusto Says:

    [...] book at whim, but take a class on writing a Young Adult Novel in 9 Months with Jonathan Maberry and Marie Lamba. A class with homework, deadlines, and peers to be accountable to with my writing and theirs. [...]

  8. Marketing & Brand: Tips from Philly Writer’s Conf. « Writing With Gusto Says:

    [...] Creating Your Brand and Marketing Your Work presented by Don Lafferty and Marie Lamba. [...]

  9. Taylor Campbell Thompson Says:

    Hello
    Whenever you published what I meant my step-mom Kelly Thompson was sent a copy I believe either from you or one of her friends that was your friends. She then gave that book to me for me to read. After I read it I realized even though i may be younger than the main character, I could relate to her. I think it’s amazing when an author can create a story that connects with a reader. I just wanted to say thank you. Whenever I was younger i wanted to be a writer but whenever I sent in my story to be publish and got denied I was so sad. Its nice to see someone I know become successful and now that I’m 12 I understNd that better.

    • marielamba Says:

      Hi Taylor,

      Thanks for checking in! So glad you can relate to the character in WHAT I MEANT… That’s so important to me :) I’ve just released another book about Sang and her friends called OVER MY HEAD that you might want to check out!

      Breaking into writing can be tough and discouraging, but the process of writing and of connecting with readers like you makes it all worthwhile. If you love to write, don’t be discouraged by rejection. I’ve had HUNDREDS over the years. You just have to be beyond relentless and keep on going, and you will have success.

      Best,
      Marie

  10. I celebrate becoming a published novelist | Donna Galanti: Writing with Gusto Says:

    [...] that want other writers to succeed by sharing their experiences and techniques. People like authors Marie Lamba and Jonathan Maberry, teachers in my Write a Novel in 9 Months class. And my developmental editor, [...]

  11. Write A YA Novel in 9 Months: Tips from the masters | Donna Galanti: Writing with Gusto Says:

    [...] I near the end of my Write a YA Novel in 9 Months class led by authors Jonathan Maberry and Marie Lamba, I thought I’d share you with what I’ve learned along the way. I’ve met a great [...]

  12. More tips from the masters: On POV, Character & vocabulary | Donna Galanti: Writing with Gusto Says:

    [...] I near the end of my Write a YA Novel in 9 Months class led by authors Jonathan Maberry and Marie Lamba, I thought I’d share you with what I’ve learned along the [...]

  13. Write On Wednesdays with Jim Kristofic. Personal to Published | Donna Galanti, Author Says:

    [...] reservation. Jim and I are classmates in Write a YA Novel in 9 Months led by Jonathan Maberry and Marie Lamba. Today Jim talks about his process of going from personal to published. Jim [...]

  14. I celebrate becoming a published novelist | Says:

    [...] that want other writers to succeed by sharing their experiences and techniques. People like authors Marie Lamba and Jonathan Maberry, teachers in my Write a Novel in 9 Months class. And my developmental editor, [...]

  15. A Human Element is out in eBook & Paperback! | Says:

    [...] that want other writers to succeed by sharing their experiences and techniques. People like authors Marie Lamba and Jonathan Maberry, teachers in my Write a Novel in 9 Months class. And my developmental editor, [...]

  16. A to Z: S is for Shared Success | Says:

    [...] that want other writers to succeed by sharing their experiences and techniques. People like authors Marie Lamba, Don Lafferty, Janice Gable Bashman, and Jonathan Maberry, teachers and mentors. And my [...]

  17. Write On Wednesdays with Jim Kristofic. Personal to Published | Says:

    [...] reservation. Jim and I are classmates in Write a YA Novel in 9 Months led by Jonathan Maberry and Marie Lamba. Today Jim talks about his process of going from personal to published. Jim [...]

  18. David Fernandez Says:

    Hi Marie! I’ve been reading you blog and I’ve really enjoyed it. I don’t know if you’re into the chain letter thing, but I’ve nominated you for a Liebster award. Take care. Check out the link here: http://dlfwriting.com/2013/02/26/the-liebster-award/

    • marielamba Says:

      Thanks, David!

      Actually, I’m the one who always breaks the chains and causes all those terrible things to happen. Now everyone knows who to blame! :)

  19. alphabetstory Says:

    I dropped by for a quick peek and am so glad I did! Your ideas are so down to earth and dished out with good humour. I just gobbled up every tidbit including the wonderful adventures in high tea. (We went to high tea in Scotland, and loved it.) I’m glad to have met you!


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