"The power of the written word is that it can be held close, reread, and whispered to oneself over and over."

Ann-Marie MacDonald (1958)
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About Ann-Marie MacDonald

Ann-Marie MacDonald is a Canadian playwright, novelist, and actress. She was born in 1958 in Germany to a Canadian military family but grew up in Canada. MacDonald is best known for her award-winning novel 'Fall on Your Knees,' which was published in 1996 and was later adapted into an opera. In addition to her literary works, she has also written and performed in several plays, showcasing her talents as a playwright and actress.

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