A certain grief is exposed in The Sins of Sweet Mortality; Marilyn Fox and Nancye McCrary expose the broad brush strokes of humanity with the deep blues of living. From San Francisco to a walnut grove, the artists take us places, transport us with saturation of color and the music of intentionally well-placed sounds. In tandem, Fox and McCrary have created a deeply felt sphere of art, emotion, and place."

— Erica Anderson-Senter, author of Midwestern Poet’s Incomplete Guide to Symbolism

In The Sins of Sweet Mortality, paintings and poetry intersect, one form of art speaking to the other. Fox’s poems consider the lows and highs of her existence. McCrary’s paintings, sometimes haunting, sometimes joyous, always extend the rich imagery of the poetry, drawing the reader into the art of both media.

— Sylvia Woods, author of What We Take With Us

Nancye McCrary’s vision is clear, concise and bold. Having her art juxtaposed with Fox’s poetry lends much joy to the entire book.

— April Berger, visual artist

The Sins of Sweet Mortality is a courageous journey through layers of grief’s anguish and rage, past the agony and ecstasy of love lost and found, and finally falling into the wisdom and peace of nature’s arms. This collaboration of paint and poetry pays fierce attention to detail, displaying devotion to artistic excellence and authenticity. Rich with powerful content and color, this book will beckon the reader to return to its pages like visiting an old friend.

— Sue Massek, recipient of the Folk Heritage Award from the Kentucky Governor’s Arts Award Program