“I cannot tell you how many people I have encouraged to get your book, and I gave away my copy to a gal I met on the plane, because she needed Jesus!! And she is engaged, what a great opportunity to share Christ through your faithfulness in following your dream and getting that fabulous book written!” –Amy Jo

“Marla, your style and transparency are engaging. You present Bible truths about marriage on the level of your readers, making them feel like personal friends. I wish I had had a book like yours 57 years ago when I was newly married.” –Margaret, age 79

“I heard your interview on WGRC (PA) a few weeks ago. Actually, I work at the radio station, and I am the one that booked you for the interview! After the show, I just had to read your book! It was wonderful - I nodded and laughed my way through the entire book in just three days. I am 21 years old and I have been married for nearly 10 months. Your book definitely spoke to me! Thank you so much and keep up the good work!!! I look forward to reading your future works!” –Rachel

“I gave a copy of your book to a friend, and she told me that she started reading it, and it made her cry because she thought she was the only one who was dealing with those things. One more encouraged by you!” --Jessica

“I started the book last night (and almost finished it...), and can I just tell you how nice it is to know that "everyone" argues in the car...even if they're only in there for five minutes!?!? Such a relief!” –Kimberly

“Your book has certainly been interesting reading. Marla, your writing talent is excellent, and I realize that you are not opposed to being candid, offering much good advice for young brides. I only wish that there had been authors like you when I was a young bride, willing to share practical, helpful information.” –Maxine, age 80

“I just wanted to thank you so much for your completely honest and refreshing book! My boyfriend and I are considering marriage and I have been looking for a book that talks about the good, bad, and ugly without trying to cover it all with marital bliss blah-blah-blah. I know marriage can't always feel like “happily ever after.” I picked up your book and I can't put it down! It's wonderful! Thank you so much for not waiting to write it, for sharing your story in truth, and for encouraging with God’s Word.” –Shannon

“A friend gave me your book to read on Tuesday and I’m proud to say that I already finished it! I laughed through the whole book…sometimes groaning out loud and my husband kept asking me, “What exactly are you reading over there?” Basically I wanted to thank you for writing your book. It was a huge blessing and something I totally needed this week! I have been starving for some good newly married reading material and there’s not much in the way of English selection around here…. So it was truly a God thing! I needed to be affirmed that I wasn’t alone in some of my struggles, to hear again that I am normal – not broken, and just to relate to other’s experiences. I wanted to let you know that you blessed me immensely.” –Rebecca

“I just wanted to let you know I love love loved your book!! We will have been married a year in May and I have 2 friends getting married in 07 and I will definitely be putting this in their shower gifts! Thanks for an awesome book full of encouragement! I really needed it! I thought it was one of the best marriage books I've read!!” –Stephanie

“I am reading your book and finding it quite perceptive for someone so young. I have had to read parts to my husband and we have both had a laugh. What a blessing this will be to young women who are planning marriage.” –Sue

“It is such a great book Marla! Not only is it honest and witty- it's got some hard-core, great, hey-this-stuff-actually-works advice! I have just finished reading chapter four and had taken some notes in my journal about fighting fairly. WELL! Not a day later did a get in a rather serious disagreement with my boyfriend. I was horribly upset, but we were out with friends, so I took your advice and didn't fight in front of friends. This of course, gave me time to think more about it before an argument ensued. When I got home I read my Bible and prayed about it- a lot. I knew I had to say something about the situation (it was a Gal 6:1 issue), but I prayed that God would work in Brad's heart before we talked so I wouldn't have to nag at the problem. Sure enough, less than an hour later, Brad called and apologized for the exact things I had ask God to talk to him about. Later, when we talked later in person, I didn't have to say anything because God had already worked the necessary changes in his heart. WOW! So, THANK YOU for that advice, b/c I would have been in the middle of a very painful fight otherwise. Love the book!” –Jennifer

“I just had to take a moment to tell you how much I appreciate the copy of the book you sent me recently. I have been married to Andrew for almost 11 months, but this book is really touching my heart and making me feel much better about how I have felt. In fact, I am learning so much, even if I am not a newly newlywed. I just want to say thanks for writing this book and for the free copy. I enjoyed filling out the in-law survey, I am glad Andrew got me the link!” –Denise

“Thank you for writing the book. I'm going to try harder to be a better wife, I've really been sucking at it lately, not stinking but SUCKING!!! Thanks for the hard shoulder shakin’!” –Courtney

“This is the best book on marriage I have ever read.” –William, age 81