poetry books

In an article about poet Robert Louis Stevenson, illustrations of a baby cradle, flowers, greenery and kites surround the text "A Child's Garden of Verses."

Robert Louis Stevenson’s Poetry Transcends Age

Anne Bannon, Scripps College

Exploring the universal wisdom of "A Child’s Garden of Verses."…

August 31, 2023

An illustration of Here is the Sweet Hand, a book of francine j. harris's poems.

‘Here is the Sweet Hand’ Carries Unparalleled Poetic Merit and Importance

Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

This poetry collection by francine j. harris is a challenging work that contends with race, society and loneliness.…

April 26, 2021

Image of Sorry I Haven’t Texted You Back

‘Sorry I Haven’t Texted You Back’ Is Refreshingly Honest About Recovery

Sophie N. Munoz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Alicia Cook's newest poetry collection is blunt, not only about the difficulties of healing from pain and depression, but also about how worthwhile it is to find hope.…

April 24, 2021

Rupi Kaur’s ‘Home Body’ Is the Honest Conversation We Need

Haven Worley, University of Rochester

The poet's forthcoming book is a collection of poetry that embraces change — a topic that is well-needed during these chaotic times.…

October 22, 2020