TOP 5
Here is a list of my 5 Favorite Poetry Books
01
Devotions By Mary Oliver
Truly a connoisseur of words that Mary Oliver. Definitely deserves this top spot. I got this book as a present from my mother, and that makes it so much more important to me.
02
The Book of Bulleh Shah
His poetry takes more of a religious turn, but it somehow still resonates with me. He also writes of his love for god in a tender way, calling out to his god in his poem, Verhe Aa Varh Mere.
03
Don't Call Us Dead: Poems by Danez Smith
Absolutely invigorating. Brings people who are ignorant to the reality that people of color are treated more than how much the word unfairly can describe.
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04
Call Us What We Carry by Amanda Gorman
She's young like me and thus inspiring. Fury & Faith keeps me going with my seemingly fruitless efforts to change my local community.
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05
The Essential Rumi By Rumi
What can I say, I love the classics. My favorite from this collection is The Guest House. It gives me confidence that every hardship and emotion I feel is something that will spur me on.
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