News & Reviews
2013 Cowboy Poetry Book of the YearThe Western Music Association named
Mag's book "Western Spirit" as the "2013 Cowboy Poetry Book of the Year " |
WMA AwardA close-up of Mag's WMA award
for "Western Spirit". |
2012
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Reviews
• "Mag's lyrics are masterfully crafted, and their cadence and meter adapt seamlessly to a melody. The collection is only enhanced by a great selection of black and white photographs. Many of them accurately illustrate the subjects of the poems, and give us a lot of insight into this talented lady's background. Much of her work is historical, and I found the candid thoughts about her family quite inspiring. Well done, Mag!
"--Hugh McLennan, Canadian Cowboy Country |
• "One of the marks of true art is when it inspires others to make art of their own. This collection says "Mag Mawhinney is an artist." Mag Mawhinney can present you with a simple idea and make it stick with you for months, perhaps years. She did it to me with "The Horse Auction." Doggone it, Mag!!!"
--Rick Huff, Western Way |
• "Those who have read the Cowboy Times or reviews that I've done in the past, also knows that I'm a Mag Mawhinney fan. Both poems and songs are typical Mag material--fun, well written and entertaining. The musicians all do the songs justice and I love the idea of a music CD included in a book of poetry. This package is definitely a keeper--well done Mag!"
--Mark McMillan, The Cowboy Times
--Mark McMillan, The Cowboy Times