Yep she has a recording deal with the Phonogenic branch of Sony BMG, the same label as Natasha Bedingfield.
She's in the USA working on her album now, due for release in September and the first single is expected sometime this July. I think she is steering clear of covers and doing new material only.
Her official site is online:
www.marialawson.co.uk
They have a diary and new pics etc from Maria.
I've got loads on my Maria site too
www.marialawson.org 