Welcome to The Merry Assistant

Social Media Management

I create the content ideas, write the captions, design the graphics, and schedule the posts, giving your books a consistent and recognisable presence online.

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One-Time Author Content

Need support for a launch, sale, or backlist book?

Choose from book launch packages, quote and excerpt pulls, review quote pulls, Canva templates, and custom content banks.

Graphics, Newsletters and Custom Support

From promotional graphics and newsletter content to short-term campaigns, flexible support is available for projects that do not fit into a monthly package.

Social Media Should Support Your Writing Career - not Consume It

You are not hiring me because you are incapable of creating a post.

You are hiring me so you do not have to carry every idea, deadline, design decision, and promotional detail alone.

I learn your books, your voice, and your preferences. I keep track of the small details, create content that fits your brand, and help you remain visible without asking you to become a full-time content creator.

Happy Clients!

Lynn Morrison & Anne Radcliffe - Authors

Mary is an absolutely star and has become a key member of our writing team.

We can keep our focus on writing and releasing books because we can count on Mary to expertly handle our social media.

With minimal briefing from us, she leapt straight into action, producing quality graphics, picking hashtags, and writing engaging content.

We are already recommending her to others, and will continue to do so in the future.

Heidy W. - IntoTheBroomCloset Owner

The Merry Assistant helped me create a new logo for my company and the entire process was professional, timely, and produced an end result that matched my original vision. I look forward to working with her again in the future for other services, like social media management, as her fees are competitive and customer service is on point. I truly can’t recommend The Merry Assistant enough!

Brandy Sanderfer - Travel Advisor

I asked Mary to create materials that I can use for my travel advisor business. I was worried that the job would be too small and not worth her time. Mary not only called me on the phone to gauge exactly what I was looking for, but she also gave me ideas on how to better promote myself and my business.

The designs she presented were unique and exactly what I had envisioned. I've already incorporated the slides she created on my social media page. Mary was reasonably priced, knowledgeable, and timely.

I highly recommend Mary!

Heather G. Harris - Author

I am so grateful that I found the Merry Assistant! Everyone I've dealt with has been friendly, professional, and very responsive. Mary and her team are so wonderful and have completely revolutionised how I look at, and deal with, my social media. The content they've created for me is relevant, fun and engaging. My only regret is not hiring them sooner!

Cindy Bell - Author

Mary’s a pleasure to work with.

She manages my social media marketing and other tasks with a high level of creativity, skill, and professionalism, which means I can focus on other aspects of my business.

She often goes above and beyond,

And I highly recommend her virtual assistant services.

Summer Hunter - Author

Mary has been an invaluable part of my team for the past year. Her creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail—especially in punctuation—are exceptional.

I appreciate her flexibility and how she always seems to know exactly what’s needed without requiring any guidance.

Her love for cats adds a personal touch that I truly enjoy, especially since I have two of my own and love seeing her cat posts on social media. Her proactive approach and fair fees make working with her an absolute pleasure. Highly recommended!

Allie Lasky - Author

Mary is absolutely phenomenal. I won't say she's a mind reader, but it's pretty damn close. Since she came on board my team, I can see a pretty stark difference in the Before Times (sad, gray, pitiful) and the Now (bright skies, happy rainbows, lots of glitter).

My only hesitation in recommending Mary is that she will have that much less time to work for me-- but don't worry, I won't be selfish, I can share her.

Karen Anne Coccioli - Author

I’m an indie author and like many of us, getting our brand out there, building a following on social media is tough! I used to spend so much time fretting over engaging, effective posts and not getting the results I’d hoped for. I was desperate! So, I emailed my editor and asked if she knew of someone she’d recommend. She came back with a resounding, YES. That’s how I met Mary from The Merry Assistant. I’ve been beyond thrilled! Mary has given both my accounts---I write under my name and a pen name---new energy, awesome vibes and best of all, I’m finally seeing results!

She is magical in how quickly she’ll come up with an idea for a post. She’s reliable, responds ASAP to any queries I might have and is a great judge of what works. I’m so grateful for Mary who’s given me back the time I used to spend on social media to what I do best—write!

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