A Door in the Swamp is an eight-chapter, slice of life, graphic novel, by The Fish Arm Collective, a team of five that includes Joell Jones and her daughter, Cassidy Wright. It is a coming-of-wisdom story.

Jewel struggles to pick up the pieces of her fractured life. Her husband Clark gets caught up with the negative affects of power and fame in a society that promotes these attributes above all else.

We see Jewel cope with deception, family strife, and infidelity by embarking on a psychological investigation in the crucible of divorce. She draws on a myriad of allies and resources, both traditional and alternative, while navigating the swamp of her darkest emotions.

Jewel grows in strength by coping with everyday experience in the physical world (depicted in black and white illustration) and by embracing her situation as a metaphorical journey (painted with shades of gray). Eventually she finds her way to higher ground and deeper meaning.

The story serves as a tonic for anyone dealing with trying times. The prescription? Be aware of your inner guidance and follow your heart, taking risks and healing.