Barbara Marshak

Barbara Marshak is the author of five books and over 150 published pieces. A writer of both fiction and nonfiction, many of her pieces have earned regional and national awards.

Her newest book was released in July 2025. "Landscapes of Life" is a collection of Barbara's favorite pieces, outlining a writing journey that started at the young age of eight and continues to this day. She is working on the final draft of her next novel "The Last Fugitive"--the story of a decades-long fugitive who reinvents herself as a wealthy humanitarian, until the risk of capture pushes her to commit another evil act.

Reader comments of "Painted Skies":

"Finished in three days! Couldn't put it down! Loved it!" (Kimberly)

"I couldn't put it down. The story was great medicine for me!" (Annie)

"Loved it. Can't wait to read your next book." (Dave)

"OMG, this book is amazing!" (Ann)

"Beautiful novel. Love the cover!" (Lisa)

Readers and friends are welcome to stop by Studio 109 and browse Barbara's books and her new collection of gifts. Things that bring Barbara joy: God's promises. Family. Writing. Photography. Rocks. Cowboy boots. Painting, Yellow Labs. Pottery.

BARBARA'S BOOKS:

I CHOSE YOU: Imperfectly Perfect Rescue Dogs & Their Humans (by Carmen Leal 2022) Barbara is delighted to share that two of her essays about her own rescue dogs are included in this heartwarming collection of stories.

PAINTED SKIES (Women's fiction: 2021) When fifty-eight-year-old Vonnie Daniels volunteers at a guest ranch in Wyoming, she is drawn into the center of a mystery that nearly takes her life. Time spent amid the rugged mountain meadows and rushing rhythms of Sage Creek bring Vonnie to a crossroad that forever alters the course of her life.

SEEDS OF SALTON (A novel-based on a true story: 2013) "Seeds of Salton" explores the deep, father-son bond, opening a window into the fracture Kramer family. The novel's contemporary western landscape and themes of love and forgiveness resonate with readers long after they finish the book.

MICHIGAN & ROOKIE: GUARDIANS OF THE NIGHT (Memoir: 2011) It's been said there is no bond greater than between a K9 handler and his partner. In Saginaw, Michigan, Officer Joaquin Guerrero works the dangerous night streets with his K9 partner Rookie.

HIDDEN HERITAGE: THE STORY OF PAUL LAROCHE (Biography: 2006) Imagine growing up in one culture, only to find out that you belong to another. Adopted at birth, Paul Summers risked everything to reunite with his blood family on the Lower Brule Sioux Reservation and bridge the gap between White and Native America. "Finalist" - National Indie Excellence Book Awards (2007) and Best Books USA News Awards (2006.