Filled with uplifting reminders to get out there and make the most of life, Sage Words demonstrates how the power of perspective and the right words of encouragement can be a priceless gift. A treasure trove of inspiring poetry and the first of the Sage Books series delightfully hand-lettered and illustrated by indie artist Kimberly Kuniko, author Jet Widick draws in the reader—poetically and artistically—to looking at one’s day and finding new ways of seeing what could be mundane turn into a quirky spiritual happening. And that is what art is. It reminds one of something in life we may have forgotten.
Sage Words, An Illustrated Collection of Poetry by Jet Widick
Sage Words illustrated poetry book, hardcover and ebook, 26 pages, 7×7 inches, published August 19, 2016
ISBN 9781367334762
Hand lettering and illustration by Kimberly 國子 Taylor-Pestell
Creative direction and design by Kristen Alden
Jet Widick’s beautiful collection is what so many of us are thinking, except that it’s penned—and with such creativity and voice. “Hands” tugs at your heart strings and “Dimples” does exactly what it intends, makes you smile. It’s the right size for a coffee table or, better yet, a gift for someone special. It’s hopeful, which makes it perfect for a loved one or for yourself, to have close at hand when you need a bit of inspiration. Open any page and feel the boost!
Reviews
When it comes to using words as a carrier of thought and meaning, Jet Widick’s charming poetry is unmatched. Her book of poems, Sage Words, is a warm and welcome companion, especially when you are alone.
This is not just a book of poetry, it’s also an art book. Author Jet Widick draws the reader, poetically and artistically, into looking at one’s day and finding new ways of seeing what could be mundane turn into a quirky spiritual happening. And that is what art is. It reminds one of something in life we may have forgotten.
So often we complicate life. We get in our own way and the stories we tell ourselves are often not kind. Jet Widick’s playful poetry in Sage Words gets the reader to press pause on her or his life. Asks them to look around and take a minute to soak in the little things that make us smile. One after the next, her poems remind the reader that the details in our daily lives can be the splash of color that we need to brighten our days.
