Margaret Liu Collins’ Faith Memoir “God is Good” Expands From Award-Winning Book To Screen Adaptation

Margaret Liu Collins’ deeply personal memoir “God is Good” has gained renewed attention in both literary and film circles following its recent recognition as a Gold Medal winner in the 2024 Readers’ Favorite Book Awards (Christian - General category) and its adaptation into a feature film. Originally published to document the author’s spiritual transformation amid hardship, “God is Good” is now positioned as a significant title in the faith-based publishing sector, demonstrating cross-media viability and audience resonance.

Released with the support of Bookside Press, a publishing house dedicated to championing personal narratives with global reach, “God is Good” explores the impact of faith in everyday life. Through a combination of memoir and spiritual reflection, the book challenges conventional portrayals of a wrathful God and instead centers on themes of love, healing, and divine goodness. The narrative follows Collins’ personal journey—from childhood in wartime China and a difficult early marriage, to a life redefined by spiritual awakening and practical success grounded in her Christian beliefs.

The book’s film adaptation expands on its themes of grace, perseverance, and redemption. Developed for the screen with input from Collins and supported by Bookside Press, the film offers a cinematic interpretation of her story. The project reinforces the publishing-to-screen pipeline increasingly favored by producers seeking content rooted in lived experience and inspirational themes.

Viewers can now explore the adaptation through its official trailer, available here: https://youtu.be/6TLOY4KiGxw. The trailer introduces the film’s atmosphere, performances, and visual storytelling, offering a compelling preview of the narrative brought to life on screen.

Margaret Liu Collins brings to her work a rare blend of storytelling, corporate leadership, and philanthropic advocacy. A UC Berkeley alumna and founder of Liu Realty, Inc., she has served on multiple nonprofit and corporate boards, including Grace Cathedral, the San Francisco Symphony, and the University of California, Berkeley Foundation. In recognition of her contributions, she was named one of the “150 Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business” by the San Francisco Business Times in 2011.

Through her philanthropic commitments, including several endowed fellowships and professorships at UCSF and UC Berkeley, Collins continues to merge her personal convictions with public service.

The success of “God is Good” in both print and film forms underscores the potential of spiritually centered memoirs to find sustained relevance across platforms. As the publishing industry continues to explore new formats and storytelling channels, the trajectory of Collins’ work represents a notable case study in multi-format content development with a values-driven core.

“God is Good” is currently available on Amazon and other leading book retailers worldwide. More information can be found at www.margaretliucollins.com.

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