Marion Witcher is an award-winning magazine writer, motivational speaker, and founder of New Hope for Special Needs.The mission ministers to the spiritual needs of persons with intellectual challenges, their families and support systems. Inspired by her experience of being a mother of a child challenged with autism, several years ago, she wrote, Sowing My Tears, Reaping His Joy. Encouraged by her faith in Jesus Christ, she also wrote the The Resume of Jesus Christ. The document has been purchased by readers throughout the United States and worldwide. Marion views writing as a tool of expression and inspiration that comes from her creator.            

Marion has received numerous awards advocating for children with special needs and their families including Community Advocate of the year for her work on behalf of families of children with autism and other special needs. She was awarded Writer of the Year for excellence in writing, research and reporting.