(Episode 66): Mary Elder Jacobsen’s 'Stonechat': A Tapestry of Human Emotion

#StorycomicPresents #MaryElderJacobsen #Stonechat #Poetry #NaturalWorld #Family #Grief #Joy #HumanNature #PoeticForms #LiteraryArt #NaturePoetry #VermontPoets  #EmotionalLandscape Host Barney Smith is delighted to welcome Mary Elder Jacobsen, a poet, illustrator, and revered coordinator for the Words Out Loud Fall Reading Series. In this episode, we dive into Mary's debut poetry collection, "Stonechat," published by Rootstock Publishing. Mary's evocative poetry weaves a rich tapestry of themes, including family, grief, joy, and profound connections with the natural world. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan’s Work at: https://morganquaid.com/ Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg’s work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/ Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ https://twitter.com/storycomic1 For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at [email protected]  Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club! "Stonechat" spans a range of poetic forms from sonnets to villanelles, exploring the delicate balance between everyday moments and the grandeur of the natural world. Jacobsen's work captures the essence of human emotion and the beauty of life’s transitions, seamlessly blending personal narrative with universal truths. Discover the poetic landscapes that Mary portrays in her collection, where each poem serves as a window into her soulful engagements with life's intricate tapestries. This episode is a journey through the lyrical world of Mary Elder Jacobsen, where every verse resonates with the clarity and depth of her artistic vision. Learn more about Mary and her multifaceted career at Mary Elder Jacobsen’s Official Site.