I'm not normally that fond of Tuesdays, but today is different. It's special. Today is the day that I have the honor and privilege of celebrating author Jessica Bell's newest book, Fabric.
What makes this book so special to me? Two things.
First, this poetry collection is unlike any other I have ever read. Not only are the words mesmerizing, but they are written with a straightforwardness that is rare to find in poetry. After reading through only a couple of pages, I knew I was hooked. Not just on Fabric, but on poetry itself. I forgot how incredible poetry can be and this book made me want to delve into the fascinating world I had nearly forgotten.
The second reason I am so proud of this book is because I respect the author so greatly. Jessica Bell is more than a phenomenal poet and author, though she is both those things. She is also an extraordinary woman. Unmarred by her literary success, Jessica remains a positive influence to her fellow writers. She is a mentor, a role model, and an example of what every writer should strive to be. Always kind, humble, and inspirational, Jessica Bell is as uniquely remarkable as her poetry.
With that said, I hope you will all join me by celebrating this phenomenal author and her newest book. I will provide you with a detailed review of Fabric soon. In the meantime, I'd like to introduce you to author Jessica Bell in her own words.
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Jessica says:
My poetry
will not baffle you with phrasing that scholars award for academic genius and
that can only be understood by those who wrote it. My poetry is for
the everyday reader. In fact, it is even for those who don’t like to read
poetry at all. Because it is real, stark and simple.
The poems
in Fabric are no different. They explore specific moments in
different people’s lives that are significant to whom they have become, the
choices they’ve made. It’s about how they perceive the world around them, and
how each and every one of their thoughts and actions contributes to the fabric
of society. Perhaps you will even learn something new about yourself.
So, even if
you do not usually read poetry, I urge you to give this one a go. Not because I
want sales (though, they are fun!), but because I want more
people to understand that not all poetry is scary and complex. Not all poetry
is going to take you back to high school English, and not all poetry is going
make you feel “stupid”.
You can
still say to people that you don’t read poetry … I really don’t mind. Because
if you read Fabric, you’re not reading poetry, you’re
reading about people. And that’s what reading is about, yes? Living the lives
of others?
Are
you still here? I hope so!
Please
support the life of poetry today by spreading the news about
Fabric. Hey, perhaps you might even like to purchase a copy
for yourself? The e-book is only $1.99 and the paperback $5.50.
Here are the links:
Let's keep poetry alive! Because not all poetry is "dead" boring ...
About Jessica BellIf Jessica Bell could choose only one creative mentor, she’d give the role to Euterpe, the Greek muse of music and lyrics. And not because she currently lives in Greece, either.
The Australian-native author, poet and singer/songwriter/guitarist has her roots firmly planted in music, and admits inspiration often stems from lyrics she’s written.
She is the Co-Publishing Editor of Vine Leaves Literary Journal, and co-hosts the Homeric Writers' Retreat Workshop on the Greek Isle of Ithaca, with Chuck Sambuchino of Writer’s Digest.
For more information about Jessica Bell and her works, please visit:
She is the Co-Publishing Editor of Vine Leaves Literary Journal, and co-hosts the Homeric Writers' Retreat Workshop on the Greek Isle of Ithaca, with Chuck Sambuchino of Writer’s Digest.
For more information about Jessica Bell and her works, please visit:
Trish! You are so very kind. Thank you so much for your wonderful words and I'm so glad we have met. When someone is so enthusiastic about my work as you are, I feel like I've succeeded regardless of sales and all that jazz. For my work to have such a great impact on its readers is all I strive for. So thank you for making my dream come true in many more ways than you can imagine!
ReplyDeleteOh, thank you for featuring Jessica today--I love her honesty. And I am one of those guilty of usually being afraid of poetry--I find most of it pretentious, but this sounds much more like my thing. Jessica, I wish you the best of luck with this!
ReplyDeleteJessica -- Thanks so much for your super kind words and sentiments! You truly are an extraordinary woman with fabulous talent, so you deserve to have all your dreams come true. :)
ReplyDeleteHart -- I'm so happy you liked my post about Jessica! I agree that most poetry is pretentious and that's why I love Jessica's work so much. It's unassuming, honest, and direct, all while being beautiful.
Thank you both for your comments and I hope to see more of you here on Pixie Sticks and Stones! :)