Rupi Kaur

Two pink hands are typing at a laptop on a purple table against a pink background littered with writings and documents. The laptop has a blue screen containing an inkwell and a sheet of paper with scribbles on it, presumably this writer's latest piece of work.

Verse in the Digital Age: A New Perception of Poetry

From Micropoems to Spoken Word, social media sites like Instagram and TikTok is redefining what it means to consume modern poetry.…

March 4, 2024

a girl is reading with a stack of books behind her; there is a banned books symbol behind her

5 Banned Books in Texas That Are Must-Reads

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

The state takes 'Come and Take It' to another level. Over 900 books have been placed on its banned books list by Texas politicians Gov. Greg Abbott and Rep. Matt Krause, and reviews are mixed.…

February 16, 2022

Illustration of a book of poetry by Emmalia Godshall for an article on new age poetry

Poetry Has Now Entered a New Age, but Is It a Good One?

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

Instapoets like Rupi Kaur have amassed millions of followers who adore their work, but is any of it actually good?…

December 1, 2020

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

A few poems from Melissa Lozada-Oliva in an article about going beyond Instagram poetry

3 Contemporary Poets That Go Beyond Instagram Poetry

Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University

While its simple style has received praise for its accessibility, there are a few that can satisfy readers who want more.…

March 6, 2020

An excerpt of Instapoetry, from Rupi Kaur's Milk and Honey

Are Instapoets Destroying the Art of Poetry?

Kaelani Ramirez, Arizona State University

While reigniting interest in poetry, 'Instagram poets' like Rupi Kaur and Amanda Lovelace still face their share of criticism. …

February 19, 2020

6 Aesthetic Poetry Books to Add to Your Shelf

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

Because we all want to at least look like we’re intelligent.…

July 12, 2019

How Instagram Poetry Became a Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

What proponents have hailed as the genre's savior is likely doing more harm than good.…

April 22, 2019

Jenna Clare's "Water Runs Red" places a heavy emphasis on friendship than romantic relationships. (Illustration via Jaila Desper, University of Maryland)

Jenna Clare’s ‘Water Runs Red’ Is a Riveting Poetic Debut

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Move over, Rupi Kaur, there’s a new queen of Instagram poetry.…

March 20, 2019

5 Contemporary Poems That Will Melt Your Stress Away

Shaina Lapuebla, Central Connecticut State University

"Whatever you are feeling right now, there is a mathematical certainty that someone is feeling that exact thing.”…

June 19, 2018

7 Stunning Lines from ‘Milk and Honey’ That Will Have You in Your Feels Fast

Kaitlyn Peterson, UCLA

Rupi Kaur’s incredible poetry book explores love in a subtle, yet heart-wrenching manner.…

June 4, 2017

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