Jamie Hogan’s latest illustration for Maine magazine’s Wellness column is all about the therapeutic value of heat, especially during these winter months.

And speaking of things that warm the heart and soul, Jamie just found out that Nest, Nook & Cranny, a book of verse she illustrated, has won the 2011 Lion and Unicorn Award for Excellence in North American poetry.

"This year's winner, Susan Blackaby's ‘Nest, Nook & Cranny’ illustrated by Jamie Hogan, is not only a fine collection of poetry, but also succeeds as a book to be grasped and looked at…”  Order a copy to curl up with from Theispot.com Bookstore.