About the author
Marianne Deborah Williamson (born July 8, 1952) is an American author, speaker, and political activist. She began her professional career as a spiritual leader of the Church of Today, a Unity Church in Warren, Michigan. Williamson has written several self-help books, including A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of A Course in Miracles in 1992, which became a New York Times Best Seller. She rose to prominence through frequent appearances on Oprah Winfrey's show, and becoming known as her "spiritual advisor". Williamson ran unsuccessfully as an independent for California's 33rd congressional district in the United States House of Representatives in 2014, finishing fourth with 13.2% of the vote. She ran for the Democratic nomination for president in 2020, eventually dropping out and endorsing Bernie Sanders. She ran for president again in 2024, challenging incumbent President Joe Biden. After having suspended and restarted her campaign, Williamson ended her longshot White House bid in July 2024. She unsuccessfully campaigned for the position of DNC chair in 2025.
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💬 What our editors say about Marianne Williamson's books
“Williamson delivers a soulful reflection that is undeniably uplifting for those open to New Age philosophy. However, this text will not suit skeptics or individuals preferring rigorous, evidence-based psychological frameworks…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Midlife Awakening: Creating a Miraculous Next Chapter
“Williamson delivers a spirited, optimistic vision of midlife that challenges conventional wisdom about aging. Her prose is accessible and encouraging, framing psychological death as a necessary precursor to spiritual birth.…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Edad de Los Milagros: Cómo Adopter Una Nueva Perspective Ante La Mediana Edad = The Age of Miracles = The Age of Miracles Williamson, Marianne
“Williamson presents a compelling argument that cultural avoidance of pain hinders genuine healing. The text urges readers to bravely embrace vulnerability as a path to transcendence, offering a clear framework for turning tears…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Tears to Triumph: Spiritual Healing for the Modern Plagues of Anxiety and Depression
📋 Editions by Marianne Williamson in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midlife Awakening: Creating a Miraculous Next Chapter | 2025 | Hay House LLC | 208 | 9798318601576 |
| Edad de Los Milagros: Cómo Adopter Una Nueva Perspective Ante La | — | Hay House | 216 | 9781401922726 |
| Tears to Triumph: Spiritual Healing for the Modern Plagues of An | 2017 | HarperOne | 240 | 9780062205452 |
| Sacred America, Sacred World: Fulfilling Our Mission in Service | 2016 | Hampton Roads Publishing C | 288 | 9781571747440 |
