My Marissa: Home Again in Oak Branch Woods by Kimberly Shriner

Many of you already know me as the author of the Dream Valley: A Collector's Guide to My Little Pony website. Beginning as a writing assignment in the mid-90's, my first novel tells an inspiring story bringing to life the rabbits, squirrels, and other creatures in a little forest called Oak Branch Woods™.


My Marissa: Home Again in Oak Branch Woods My Marissa: Home Again in Oak Branch Woods
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Paperback ISBN#: 1-4033-7378-7

Summary: Ecologist Laura Holling™ is given the unpleasant task of okaying the forest for destruction, but refuses to accept the surviving animals' fate of being hunted under the authority of game warden Jack Roderick™. But when Laura rescues Marissa™, a mother rabbit injured in a construction accident, the bond that forms between them further divides Laura's feelings and priorities, and Jack must prove himself a better man than the hunter she despises. The fate of Marissa™, her family, and her home lie with her reluctant trust in humans, a mysterious plant, and becoming an inspiration to Laura's study.

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"...simply adorable..."
-Susan Roghair, Animal Rights Online*

"...We think that My Marissa could be made into a successful movie or TV series. Marissa, Bobbin, and all their friends have an endearing quality found in the best of classic characters."

-Mary and Frank Hoffman, The Mary T. and Frank L. Hoffman Family Foundation

"...enjoyable and enlightening. The book has a strong story and - a sign of any book that manages to keep you interacting with it - made me think about it many times since I closed the cover."

-Abi Martin, reader

"...what lovely books you write."

-Honor, Dream Valley guest

"...your lovely books about God's beautiful creatures sound great...PPl who like yourself and Alan who love nature are ppl with full souls..."

-Phillip, Heartbeat City guest

"...My Marissa was really great, and it really explained the problems the animals had...the story was flowing great from the humans to the animals...;

-Fern D., reader

"...the book (My Marissa) is nice!!!! one of the best books I've read. You are a wonderful writer! ...You really should be proud of yourself! I said this once, and I'll say it again: YOU ARE A EXCELLENT WRITER!!! You really are one of my favorite writers now. I hope you write a next book; can't wait! ...The books, I can honestly say, opened my eyes to all the brutality done to animals...if this was one of your goals for your readers, you certainly have succeeded."

-K.R., reader

"...your story (My Marissa) is wonderful, Kimberly, and your characters are so well developed, so real and so endearing. I'm in love with Marissa and Bobbin...your story is really complex, with so many intertwining storylines, and multiple plots which all come together beautifully...fantastic, Kimberly."

-Leanne C., reader



*"My Marissa: Home Again in Oak Branch Woods"™ was named EnglandGal's Book Pick on September 24, 2003 on Animal Rights Online. "Jaya and Mina: New Ground in Oak Branch Woods"™ was named EnglandGal's Book Pick on June 1, 2004.



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Compassionate, dedicated, unique...

You are...Laura ™...

Sensitive and down-to-earth, you put your heart and soul into what you believe in, however this means you often feel as though you must carry the weight of the world on your shoulders. You look to others for help when the burden becomes too heavy, but ultimately, you find the answers when you look inside yourself.


I took the Oak Branch Woods™ Quiz and I'm Laura™! Which character are YOU?


"My Marissa: Home Again in Oak Branch Woods"™, "Jaya and Mina: New Ground in Oak Branch Woods"™ and all related characters and content are copyrighted ©1994-2008 by Kimberly Shriner. You can contact Kimberly at kimsites@verizon.net with any questions or comments regarding the Oak Branch Woods novels (please note whether you are a reader or writer, how did you hear about Oak Branch Woods, etc...?) Thank you!
Read... Disclaimer: The Oak Branch Woods™ novels are works of fiction. Places, events, and situations in these stories are purely fictional. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is coincidental. Opinions expressed in these stories are also fictional; they do not necessarily represent the opinions of the author. The Oak Branch Woods™ series is published purely for the entertainment and enjoyment of readers. Due to the fictional nature of these books, actions taken within the contents of the novels should not be attempted and are not intended to be used for educational purposes. The Oak Branch Woods™ website is not responsible for the content of linked sites or webring sites. See Also: Author's Notes


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