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Award-winning debut poetry collection by Ocean Vuong.
Explores themes of violence, identity, and redemption.
Captivating imagery and emotional depth throughout the poems.
Recognized by The New York Times as a top book.
Celebrated for its lyrical beauty and candid honesty.
Perfect for readers seeking profound poetic experiences.
A transformative journey through personal and universal struggles.
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Collection of poignant poetry by Li-Young Lee.
Explores themes of love, memory, and nature.
Part of the acclaimed New Poets of America series.
Features a diverse range of emotional experiences.
Beautifully crafted verses that resonate deeply.
Perfect for poetry enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Ideal gift for literature lovers and students.
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Explores themes of discovery and retribution.
Features a blend of poetry, essays, and stories.
Award-winning author Ryka Aoki's unique voice.
Engages and enthralls queer audiences nationwide.
Invites readers on a fragile, furious journey.
Thought-provoking and resonant narratives throughout the collection.
A must-read for lovers of diverse literature.
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Collection of poignant and intimate poetry.
Explores themes of loss and survival.
Innovative experimentation with language and form.
Award-winning author Ocean Vuong's latest work.
Reflects on family and American identity.
Encourages deep reflection and connection.
Boldly addresses tenderness amid violence.
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Second poetry collection by award-winning Ocean Vuong.
Explores grief and survival through intimate verses.
Reflects on personal and social loss themes.
Innovative language and form enhance poetic experience.
Bold meditation on family and American identity.
Acclaimed author of Night Sky with Exit Wounds.
A poignant journey through restoration and resilience.
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Collection of intimate poems and short stories.
Written by Grammy-nominated Jhené Aiko Chilombo.
Raw and honest thoughts from adolescence to adulthood.
Inspired by personal notebooks since age 12.
Emotional expression through a unique writing method.
No particular order, reflecting real-life experiences.
A perfect gift for poetry lovers and fans.
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Captivating poetry by Sarah Kay.
Explores themes of love and self-discovery.
Features both new and beloved works.
Emotional and relatable experiences shared through verse.
Illustrated by talented Sophia Janowitz.
Acclaimed by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jeanann Verlee.
Perfect for poetry lovers and newcomers alike.
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Debut essay collection by Durga Chew-Bose.
Explores identity and culture through lyrical prose.
Inspired by notable authors and their works.
Intimate insights into the creative young woman’s journey.
Addresses art, literature, and everyday experiences.
Praised by Vulture and The New Yorker.
A compelling read for those seeking authenticity.
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Explores experiences of an undocumented American.
Tells a family's journey from Communist China.
Confessional poems reveal deep personal struggles.
Examines authoritarianism within familial relationships.
Highlights cultural legacies and their impacts.
Addresses the complexities of immigrant identity.
Offers insight into the myth of American freedom.
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Poignant poetry collection by Ocean Vuong.
Explores grief and personal loss themes.
Innovative language and form experimentation.
Reflects on family and American war impacts.
Critically acclaimed author with numerous awards.
Encourages deep reflection and connection.
Vivid imagery and emotional resonance throughout.
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Journey to Gila River desert prison.
Explores family history and legacy.
Poetry of rage, confusion, and love.
Engages with wartime incarceration experiences.
Opens dialogue between past and present.
Features themes of sisterhood and trauma healing.
Invites reflection on future generations.
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Heartfelt poetry for healing and self-discovery.
Encourages embracing emotions and vulnerability.
Themes of love, resilience, and self-worth.
Offers reminders that happiness is cultivated.
A comforting companion during life’s transitions.
Celebrates the joy of self-acceptance.
Perfect for anyone seeking emotional growth.
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Powerful emotional undertow in Vuong's poetry.
Explores themes of romance, family, and grief.
Critically acclaimed by The New Yorker and New York Times.
Inclusion and candid reflection in every verse.
Evocative imagery and moments captured with clarity.
First full-length collection from talented poet Ocean Vuong.
A journey through memory and melancholia awaits readers.
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Explores queerness, identity, and tender moments.
Features award-winning poet Dorothy Chan's fifth collection.
Captivating themes of food, sex, and intimacy.
Innovative forms: triple sonnets and recipe poems.
Authentic portrayal of Asian heritage and queer identity.
Organized like a tasting menu for readers.
Emphasizes joy and resilience in storytelling.
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Fourth collection by acclaimed poet Aimee Nezhukumatathil.
Explores diverse forms of love and connection.
Rich imagery and vivid natural world themes.
Poems evoke wonder and deep reverence for life.
Recipient of prestigious literary awards and fellowships.
Engages readers in the beauty of our earth.
Teaches creative writing at the University of Mississippi.
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Powerful poems exploring love, grief, and memory.
Critically acclaimed by major publications and reviewers.
Features themes of identity and personal experience.
Evocative imagery and emotional depth throughout.
Celebrated LGBTQ representation in contemporary poetry.
First full-length collection by Ocean Vuong.
A journey through life's complexities and beauty.
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Debut poetry collection by Megan Pinto.
Explores themes of addiction and mental illness.
Integrates South Asian cultural experiences and narratives.
Captivating imagery of language's numinous power.
Engages with domestic violence and personal transformation.
Highlights resilience through destruction and grace.
Provokes deep reflection on life and existence.
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Explores contemporary American societal issues.
Addresses themes of environment, race, and love.
Metaphysical tribute to the Post Office.
Highlights importance of letter writing.
Creates connections with the world around us.
Reflects on grief, friendship, and spirituality.
Engaging and thought-provoking prose.
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Restored edition of a literary masterpiece.
Honors Theresa Hak Kyung Cha's original vision.
Features high-quality reproductions of the interior layout.
Tells stories of significant female figures.
Explores themes of trauma and memory fragmentation.
Structured around the nine Greek Muses.
A unique blend of text, images, and inquiry.
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Award-winning poet Ocean Vuong's latest collection.
Explores grief, loss, and survival through vivid imagery.
Published after the bestselling On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous.
Innovative language and form challenge traditional poetry norms.
A testament to tenderness amidst violence and struggle.
Encourages readers to return and reflect often.
A profound journey through memory and identity.
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Explores spirituality and addiction through poetry.
Critically acclaimed by renowned poets and authors.
Combines personal and cultural themes effectively.
Engaging and relatable language for readers.
Illuminates the complexity of human experiences.
Rich metaphorical depth within each poem.
Unique perspective on Islamic literary traditions.
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Explores themes of grief and memory.
Unique perspective on loss and connection.
Utilizes family photographs as central imagery.
Selected by Terrance Hayes for prestigious award.
Finalist for National Book Award and L.A. Times Prize.
Emotional exploration of voids left by absence.
Richly layered language and poignant reflections.
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Heartfelt letters and love poems combined.
Encapsulates the essence of deep connections.
Filled with positivity and hope for tomorrow.
Passionate and honest reflections on love.
Acclaimed by readers for its unexpected depth.
Perfect for appreciating relationships and love stories.
A must-read for poetry enthusiasts and romantics.
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A poignant exploration of grief and memory.
Innovative poetic obituaries capturing profound loss.
Winner of multiple prestigious literary awards.
A powerful testament for those left behind.
Reflects on love and loss through unique lens.
Addresses cultural impacts of death on the living.
A must-read for poetry and memoir enthusiasts.
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Debut poetry collection by Rob Macaisa Colgate.
Explores joys of the disability community.
Innovative format resembling an accessible art museum.
Nine sections act as gallery rooms.
Focuses on access intimacy and universal symbols.
Features playful pop culture and social media references.
Celebrates queer love and deep friendships.
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Explores Korea's historical trauma and shared memory.
Addresses cruelty against vulnerable bodies through poetry.
Highlights testimonies of "comfort women" experiences.
Combines documentary precision with emotional resonance.
Asks profound questions about violence and poetry.
Offers a blend of scholarship and artistic expression.
Encourages connections amid narratives of brutality.
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Winner of the 2022 Lenore Marshall Poetry Prize
Finalist for the 2022 Pulitzer Prize in Poetry
Reinvestigation of Hmong experiences during the Vietnam War
Explores the impact of chemical biological weapons
Integrates archival research and declassified documents
Restores marginalized narratives through powerful poetry
Examines truth and representation for silenced communities
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Winner of the 2024 National Book Foundation Award
Affordable paperback edition of Arthur Sze's collected works
Includes twenty-six new poems by Arthur Sze
Spans five decades of extraordinary poetry
Influenced by diverse cultural and poetic traditions
Emotionally resonant and structurally complex writing
Invitation to explore a visionary poetic journey
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Debut poetry collection by Fatimah Asghar.
Explores identity, race, and belonging in America.
Award finalist for Lambda Literary Award.
Highlights experiences of a Pakistani Muslim woman.
Combines traditional and experimental poetic forms.
Addresses themes of loss, violence, and resilience.
Critically acclaimed for vivid imagery and language.
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Explores queer, Asian American femininity themes.
Turing Test-inspired poems provoke deep consciousness questions.
Highlights intersections of technology, violence, and gender.
Fractal-like poems on identity and autonomy.
Paris Review Staff Pick and Book Riot Must-Read.
Combines poetry and technology for stunning effect.
Offers consciousness-expanding insights on love and isolation.
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