

HELLO
Maria Warner is a writer, artist, speaker, and storyteller passionate about helping people rediscover connection, creativity, and joy in everyday life. From family camp adventures and sober living reflections to inspiring stories of resilience and renewal, her work celebrates the beauty found in real moments and meaningful relationships.
As the self-published author of Family Camp, S’more Than a Vacation and multiple short pieces, Maria writes with warmth, honesty, and heart — encouraging readers to slow down, gather close, and embrace lives filled with purpose and possibility.
When she’s not writing, Maria can often be found hiking Arizona trails, creating pastel artwork, supporting fellow authors, reading with her book club, or hosting transformative retreats that bring people together through storytelling and shared experience.
Her mission is simple: inspire others to live fully, love deeply, and create memories worth holding onto.
ARTICLES
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Sacred Playgrounds - Unplugged and United: Exploring the Transformative Benefits of Family Camp
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Deer Valley Gazette - Second Quarter 2023