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Poems that stayed with me ❤️🩹
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items a little collection of poetry books I’d recommend to anyone who wants something beautiful, emotional, and a little too relatable.
I loved how simple the poems were but still managed to say so much. Definitely one I'd recommend if you're new to poetry or just want something easy to connect with.
Milk and Honey — Rupi Kaur
I really loved how this one talks about heartbreak, healing, and finding yourself again. It felt like reading through different stages of learning to let go and grow.
The Sun and Her Flowers — Rupi Kaur
I love how peaceful and thoughtful her poems feel, especially when she writes about nature and everyday life. This is the kind of book I like picking up whenever I need something quiet to read.
Devotions
Some of these poems are so beautiful that I had to stop and read them twice. I’d recommend this if you like poetry that feels intimate, emotional, and stays with you.
Night Sky with Exit Wounds a book by Ocean Vuong
I loved how honest and grounded these poems felt, especially the ones about life, love, and growing older. It’s a collection I’d recommend when you want something that feels very real.
The Carrying
I loved how powerful and hopeful these poems felt without losing their emotional side. Definitely recommend this if you like poetry that makes you think while still being beautiful to read.
Calls Us What We Carry
This one took me a little longer to get into, but once I did, I really appreciated it. The poems feel quiet and haunting in a way that makes you want to sit with them.
The Wild Iris a book by Louise Gluck
I loved how it mixes personal experiences with bigger questions about life and the universe. It’s such an interesting collection if you want poetry that feels imaginative and different.
Life on Mars a book by Jon Agee
This one is intense, messy, and emotional in a way that I really enjoyed. I’d recommend it when you're in the mood for poetry that feels raw and a little overwhelming.
Crush by Richard Siken