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Best American Poetry

Dr. Seuss's Beginner Book Collection (Cat in the Hat, One Fish Two Fish, Green Eggs and Ham, Hop on Pop, Fox in Socks)
A perfect gift for new parents, birthday celebrations, and happy occasions of all kinds, this collection of five beloved Beginner Books by Dr. Seuss— The Cat in the Hat, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, Green Eggs and Ham, Hop on Pop, and Fox in Socks —will be cherished by young and old alike. Dr. Seuss’s long list of awards includes Caldecott Honors for McElligot’s Pool , If I Ran the Zoo , and Bartholomew and the Oobleck , the Pulitzer Prize, and eight honorary doctorates.
Reviews
"She's three, and I was looking forward to reading them to her now, and watching her learn the words, so she could 'pretend' she was reading them along with me, as I did as a child, and ultimately, letting her read them to me. I've just opened a couple of them at random and taken pics to show you the bleed-through of the images and words on the reverse side of the page."
"Picked up for our almost-3 yo."
"You start your kid's collection with these books by Dr. Seuss."
"I read these in a lower light setting given they are bed time stories for my daughter so perhaps that's why I'm not seeing it."
"My daughter absolutely loves these books."
"What would childhood be without One Fish, Two Fish and The Cat in the Hat?"
"I always have fun with these books and reading them to my son is always a great experience."
"Kind of hard to enjoy the story when the illustrations on the back of the page are showing through."
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Milk and Honey
The book is divided into four chapters, and each chapter serves a different purpose. (USA Today). “Rupi Kaur has vision beyond her years … Her work is simply but powerfully expressed, and viscerally captures both universal human experience and the particular struggles of a young woman today." Rupi Kaur's first book, Milk and Honey is the poetry collection every woman needs on her nightstand or coffee table. Rupi Kaur’s writing echoes of artistry and wisdom which is seen in the work of those that have been writing for years. rupi kaur is a bestselling author and illustrator of two collections of poetry. while studying at the university of waterloo rupi self-published her first collection milk and honey in 2014. milk and honey became an international phenomenon that's been translated into over 30 languages and sold over 2.5 million copies. through her poetry rupi explores a variety of themes ranging from love.
Reviews
"With that been said i do think this book leaves a lot to want if meaning and depth are what you are looking for in poetry."
"I purchased one for myself and one as a gift after reading a couple poems in a friend's copy."
"You see her quotes everywhere on social media but actually reading her book from start to finish is a different experience all together."
"I found Rupi Kaur (after hearing her name drifting about) when I saw a breathtaking piece by her (starting with "let me tell you about a selfish person..."). I love poetry. I love traditional poetry, struxtured poetry, unstructured poetry, modern poetry, stand up poetry, you name it. My shelves are lined with just as much edgy, modern, is-this-even-poetry books from up-and-coming poets as they are lined with TS Elliot and Tennyson."
"I would've maybe given it two stars if I checked it out at the local library for free, but I'm annoyed I invested my hard earned American dollars into this book. I seriously don't understand if everyone is just reading into the completely non-thought provoking "poems" in this book and making up their own deep meaning or if I'm just totally missing the boat on this one. If you told me my 9-year-old nephew and 6-month-old niece collabed on this book, with him covering the poetry while she handled the artwork, I would fully believe you. If you're a 10th grader who just got dumped by Jimmy from home room and you wanna post a snapchat of one of these heart wrenching break up poems to express how angsty you are, you'll love it."
"I have been seeing this at all of the bookstores and decided to give it a read based on the brilliant cover design and book description. It has been a while since I have read a book of poetry, but I have to say I don't feel like I just read one."
"I had so much hope for this book since it had become so popular so I was of course eager to read it."
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Milk and Honey
#1 New York Times bestseller Milk and Honey is a collection of poetry and prose about survival. “Rupi Kaur has vision beyond her years … Her work is simply but powerfully expressed, and viscerally captures both universal human experience and the particular struggles of a young woman today." Rupi Kaur's first book, Milk and Honey is the poetry collection every woman needs on her nightstand or coffee table. Accompanied by her own sketches, the beautifully honest poems read like the everyday, collective experiences of today's modern woman.
Reviews
"With that been said i do think this book leaves a lot to want if meaning and depth are what you are looking for in poetry."
"I purchased one for myself and one as a gift after reading a couple poems in a friend's copy."
"You see her quotes everywhere on social media but actually reading her book from start to finish is a different experience all together."
"I found Rupi Kaur (after hearing her name drifting about) when I saw a breathtaking piece by her (starting with "let me tell you about a selfish person..."). I love poetry. I love traditional poetry, struxtured poetry, unstructured poetry, modern poetry, stand up poetry, you name it. My shelves are lined with just as much edgy, modern, is-this-even-poetry books from up-and-coming poets as they are lined with TS Elliot and Tennyson."
"I would've maybe given it two stars if I checked it out at the local library for free, but I'm annoyed I invested my hard earned American dollars into this book. I seriously don't understand if everyone is just reading into the completely non-thought provoking "poems" in this book and making up their own deep meaning or if I'm just totally missing the boat on this one. If you told me my 9-year-old nephew and 6-month-old niece collabed on this book, with him covering the poetry while she handled the artwork, I would fully believe you. If you're a 10th grader who just got dumped by Jimmy from home room and you wanna post a snapchat of one of these heart wrenching break up poems to express how angsty you are, you'll love it."
"I have been seeing this at all of the bookstores and decided to give it a read based on the brilliant cover design and book description. It has been a while since I have read a book of poetry, but I have to say I don't feel like I just read one."
"I had so much hope for this book since it had become so popular so I was of course eager to read it."
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Best Asian American Poetry

No Matter the Wreckage
Following the success of her breakout poem, "B", Sarah Kay, in collaboration with illustrator Sophia Janowitz, releases her debut collection of poetry featuring work from the first decade of her career. "Sarah Kay is a fearsomely open and generous talent. In this collection she will give you moments so intimate and beautifully rendered you will come to know them as your own.
Reviews
"From the wife: Finally something worth reading!"
"I loved this collection."
"I bought this book because of Sarah Kay's Ted Talk, and I do not regret this purchase."
"The poems are enchanting and though soft in tone, still challenge the reader to view their world just a little bit differently - usually in a better light."
"This book is absolutely beautiful! If you've ever heard her live, (if not you absolutely must remedy that because she's a joy to experience on stage) this book is a reflection of that."
"I cannot count the number of times I have read and reread the poems in this collection."
"An excellent book written by an amazing poet."
"Not sure what this is about as it was a guft, but the person who received it seemed to enjoy it, so 5*."
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Best Hispanic American Poetry

Black Butterfly (Robert M. Drake/Vintage Wild)
He promised he would write him a few words after he failed to complete the task while his brother was alive. Robert M. Drake is an American author known for his bestselling books BEAUTIFUL CHAOS and BLACK BUTTERFLY, among others.
Reviews
"Reading his writing has gotten me through rough times and I always catch myself going to his writing just to read his continuous."
"I love this book."
"Haven't read it yet, but anything by this author is good!"
"I liked it and was easy to read."
"I love this book."
"The shipping time was correct on when I was expecting it and the book was in perfect condition."
"Really enjoying all the poems.. My cup of tea 🙏."
"His words are so relatable and just get me to a place!"
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Best Native American Poetry

Lines from a Mined Mind: The Words of John Trudell
Lines from a Mined Mind brings together lyrics and musings from the twenty-five-year recording career of John Trudell, an internationally acclaimed poet, musician, and leader of the American Indian Movement. John Trudell is an acclaimed poet, national recording artist, actor, and activist whose international following reflects the universal language of his words, work, and message.
Reviews
"Always an inspiration to awakening, brother Trudell's wisdom lives on."
"Thanks John, you're an inspiration for this Urban Indian RIP."
"Poetry with a live band and a Native American traditional singer backing him made his "lines" all the more poignant. I think everyone should seek out John Trudell, read his work, listen to his music and check out Thunderheart."
"See the Woman. She has a young face. An old face. She carries herself well. In all ages. She survives all man has done. In some tribes she is free. In some religions. She is under man. In some societies. She’s worth what she consumes. In some nations. She is delicate strength. In some states. She is told she is weak. In some classes. She is property owned. In all instances. She is sister to earth. In all conditions. She is life bringer. In all life she is our necessity. See the woman eyes. Flowers swaying. On scattered hills. Sundancing calling in the bees. See the woman heart. Lavender butterflies. Fronting blue sky. Misty rain falling. On soft wild roses. See the woman beauty. Lightning streaking. Dark summer nights. Forests of pines mating. With new winter snow. See the woman spirit. Daily serving courage. With laughter. Her breath a dream. And a prayer. John Trudell “See the Woman”. I read an article about a woman. A woman living in the war. In Central America. A woman lost her family. A woman the only survivor. A woman goes to sleep one night. A woman waking up. A woman not a mother anymore anymore. A woman held on she could not scream. A woman not submitting to the enemy. A woman praying for women. On the other side. A woman rebuilding her life. A woman in the Middle East. A woman in Europe. A woman in Africa. A woman in Asia. A woman in North America. A woman in different situations. A woman all the same. A woman pays for man’s war. John Trudell “About a Woman”. She’s not guilty not guilty not guilty. She’s a rosebush. Treat her beauty gently. Sweet love her fragrance without thorns. Don’t hurt her don’t chop her down. She can’t live as decoration in a vase. She needs to continue. Continue to bloom continue to bloom. John Trudell “Restless Situations”."
"I haven't read many poetry books since poetry isn't really my thing, but I bought this book because I have heard quite a bit about John Trudell's activism and personal life."
"Realities of love, oppression, joy and sadness, ancient grounding in the land, song, ancestors weave through the terse rich lines of each verse."
"The collected writings of the late, great Native American Philosopher, Poet, Actor and Activist."
"I love John Trudell's gut-level magnificent meaningful poetry!"
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Best Poetry by Women

Milk and Honey
The book is divided into four chapters, and each chapter serves a different purpose. (USA Today). “Rupi Kaur has vision beyond her years … Her work is simply but powerfully expressed, and viscerally captures both universal human experience and the particular struggles of a young woman today." Rupi Kaur's first book, Milk and Honey is the poetry collection every woman needs on her nightstand or coffee table. Rupi Kaur’s writing echoes of artistry and wisdom which is seen in the work of those that have been writing for years. rupi kaur is a bestselling author and illustrator of two collections of poetry. while studying at the university of waterloo rupi self-published her first collection milk and honey in 2014. milk and honey became an international phenomenon that's been translated into over 30 languages and sold over 2.5 million copies. through her poetry rupi explores a variety of themes ranging from love.
Reviews
"With that been said i do think this book leaves a lot to want if meaning and depth are what you are looking for in poetry."
"I purchased one for myself and one as a gift after reading a couple poems in a friend's copy."
"You see her quotes everywhere on social media but actually reading her book from start to finish is a different experience all together."
"I found Rupi Kaur (after hearing her name drifting about) when I saw a breathtaking piece by her (starting with "let me tell you about a selfish person..."). I love poetry. I love traditional poetry, struxtured poetry, unstructured poetry, modern poetry, stand up poetry, you name it. My shelves are lined with just as much edgy, modern, is-this-even-poetry books from up-and-coming poets as they are lined with TS Elliot and Tennyson."
"I would've maybe given it two stars if I checked it out at the local library for free, but I'm annoyed I invested my hard earned American dollars into this book. I seriously don't understand if everyone is just reading into the completely non-thought provoking "poems" in this book and making up their own deep meaning or if I'm just totally missing the boat on this one. If you told me my 9-year-old nephew and 6-month-old niece collabed on this book, with him covering the poetry while she handled the artwork, I would fully believe you. If you're a 10th grader who just got dumped by Jimmy from home room and you wanna post a snapchat of one of these heart wrenching break up poems to express how angsty you are, you'll love it."
"I have been seeing this at all of the bookstores and decided to give it a read based on the brilliant cover design and book description. It has been a while since I have read a book of poetry, but I have to say I don't feel like I just read one."
"I had so much hope for this book since it had become so popular so I was of course eager to read it."
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Best Death, Grief & Loss Poetry

Our Numbered Days
"When you're dumb enough for long enough, you're gonna meet someone too smart to love you, and they're gonna love you anyway, and it's gonna go so poorly," Neil Hilborn writes in his debut full-length collection, OUR NUMBERED DAYS. Neil Hilborn is a College National Poetry Slam champion and a 2011 graduate with honors from Macalester College.
Reviews
"I bought this because I watched his OCD video."
"I’ve watched a lot of Neil hilborn theough button poetry and he speaks to my anxious, ocd soul."
"A lot of the poems were amazing, some I'm still having to reread to interpret."
"I first heard of thus author on a YouTube channel."
"Moving, eloquent and fascinating poetry."
"The first book of poetry I've ever bought."
"An insightful book by an amazing poet."
"if you ever wondered what depression is like, here it is."
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Best Zimbabwe Travel Guides

Elephant Dawn: The Inspirational Story of Thirteen Years Living with Elephants in the African Wilderness
In 2001, Sharon Pincott traded her privileged life as a high-flying corporate executive to start a new one with the Presidential Elephants of Zimbabwe. Elephant Dawn did that for me - an intense read, inspiring and moving... Over an incredible 13 years this tough-as-teak lady developed a valuable understanding of all 17 extended family groups that make up the greater 500-strong herd. '[Sharon Pincott] formed one of the most remarkable bonds ever with wild elephants. 'An inspirational book full of adventure and emotions, showing true courage and determination of an exceptional woman who lived 13 years with elephants in Zimbabwe facing daily the adversity that only her passion for these gentle giants could overcome.'. [Elephant Dawn] is full of... accounts of [Sharon Pincott's] deeply intimate bond with the elephant families... She has risked so much for elephants and it is a gift to us that we can now read this moving account of her thirteen years in Zimbabwe fighting to save a population of elephants she came to know intimately.'. Cynthia Moss, world-renowned Elephant Specialist, celebrated in BBC's Echo of the Elephants. '[ Elephant Dawn ] is hard hitting, and factual, a story that everyone should read... Memories of so many things that happened in Zimbabwe, with elephants, other wildlife, politics and day to day life, flooded back to me as I read... 'After 13 years living among 500 wild elephants, Pincott is telling her story in Elephant Dawn...The locals called Pincott Thandeka Mandlovu, which means 'much-loved Mother Elephant', and believed she had special magic... With more and more elephants being killed every year, perhaps magic is the only thing that can save them. I would say this is essential reading for anyone interested in wildlife conservation and especially elephants, but this book isn't just about that: it is essentially the story of a person, so committed that they are willing to give up nearly everything to follow their heart and stand up for what they believe in, no matter what. 'The story of one woman and her elephants...Sharon gave up her career in Australia in 2001 to travel to Zimbabwe to give her full attention to the conservation of the Presidential Herd in the Hwange Estate in western Zimbabwe. It was not a good time for Zimbabwe but the elephants needed her... For 13 years Sharon struggled against everything that a troubled Zimbabwe could throw at her...[Elephant Dawn is] a book that one should read, particularly now, when the elephants of Zimbabwe are so much in the news.'. '...a good read with high points, sadness and gritty determination... We need more Sharon Pincotts' to fight for nature from global warming to elephants, they are all connected.'. John Asquith, 50 years in natural resource management, environmental advocacy and wildlife habitat conservation, Australia. '[Sharon Pincott] has done this [elephant work] as a labour of love, unfunded and alone, in a less than friendly country where white people are easily dispensable, certainly according to Robert Mugabe ...
Reviews
"I could rejoice and despair with Sharon as she loved and hated a country so beautiful, so rich with animals and so cursed with bribery, deception, and brokenness."
"It is a story of love for the elephants and the joy the author gives and receives from the animals."
"There is no one I wouldn't recommend read this book."
"In awe of Sharon spending 10+ years of her life working with these elephants."
"This book is a roller coaster ride for the elephant lover."
"Love this book."
"I enjoy reading about these amazing animals."
"Good story, she did some incredible things, makes you appreciate Elephant more than ever."
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Best African Poetry

Twas the Night Before Christmas:Edited by Santa Claus for the Benefit of Children of the 21st Century
Attracting global media attention, The BBC, The View, The Colbert Report, New York Post, Huffington Post and many others for what the Kirkus Review calls a legitimate editing of the reference to the pipe and wreath of smoke for the first time in the history of this the most famous poem in the English language. Winner of 4 IBPA 2013 Benjamin Franklin Awards,including first place best cover,Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2012 Gold Medal best holiday book, first place at the Global International Ebook Awards best Christian children's title,gold place for the Mom's Choice Awards in 2013. Positive reviews:Kirkus,Midwest Book Review,Resources Children's Literature Journal --Resources Children's Literature Journal.
Reviews
"Even purchased 100 yr anniversary Golden books of story but alas they weren’t pop up and kids said it wasn’t sane so each could have their own copy."
"The Night Before Christmas (Little Golden Book)... Clement Clarke Moore is a wonderful book for children, and I believe it may be the same one my parents gave me as a kid!"
"Great Christmas gift to my grown kids to read to their kids.. We read it before opening presents."
"It is the night before Christmas, what other story is appropriate to read to my grandson."
"It’s adorable (when you actually read the whole headline and realize you are not getting a full size book 😜). My daughter loved it and read it over and over."
"The most perfect Christmas gift."
"Reading this book to my child brings back memories for me!"
"Thought this was a pop-up book."
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Best Asian Poetry

The Essential Haiku: Versions of Basho, Buson, & Issa (Essential Poets)
This definite collection brings together in fresh translations by an American poet the essential poems of the three greatest masters: Matsuo Basho in the seventeenth century; Yosa Buson in the eighteenth century; and Kobayashi Issa in the early nineteenth century. Here he presents three masters of the haiku form: Basho (1644-1694), the haiku poet most familiar to English readers; Buson (1716-1783), a visually oriented writer renowned in his time as a painter; and Issa (1763-1827), whose work is most poignant when he utilizes his ironic wit. Richly annotated, with illuminating essays on the poets and Japanese poetics, this anthology significantly broadens the pleasure of haiku for anyone unable to read them in the original.
Reviews
"Haiku are simple and pure poetry done with 3 and sometimes verses, describing certain quality."
"Wasn't happy about the price but it was worth it!"
"The haiku translations in this book are very good and are accompanied by explanations of the verses and with. descriptive narratives on the lives of the three key writers of haiku."
"A small collection of haikus from the three greats: Basho, Buson, Issa."
"Particularly valuable and unexpected are the notes in the chapter from Basho on his own work."
"It's the part of Japanese Culture and Eastern Mediation as I really know about Zen Buddism in Japan."
"Splendid collection."
"Beautiful versions of these translated haikus."
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Best Russian Poetry

Black Book of Poems
Black Book of Poems is the debut title of the Armenian-born writer, Vincent Hunanyan, and is a collection of poems dealing with loss, love, pain, happiness, depression and abandonment. "Black Book of Poems is a collection with a distinct sensibility that gives attention to a wide range of subjects while living up to its disdain for pretension."
Reviews
"Really enjoyed this work, Forgive me Lord, If I were standing at the gate."
"The poems are okay."
"Such an amazing read."
"Good book."
"Such a great little read!"
"loved it!"
"I enjoyed it."
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Best European Poetry

The Poetic Edda: Stories of the Norse Gods and Heroes (Hackett Classics)
"The poems of the Poetic Edda have waited a long time for a Modern English translation that would do them justice. Jackson Crawford earned his Ph.D. in Scandinavian Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and an M.A.
Reviews
"There's a difference... actually, there's an abyss between a translation and a true, high quality social localization."
"One of the best translations I've seen."
"This is a beautiful translation and interpretation of the Poetic Edda."
"Great translation, I'd recommend to anyone interested in the subject matter."
"Clear, easily readable texts; good background and notes; works well as an introductory text for Norse mythology to undergraduates."
"Excellent work by an excellent Professor."
"Great book."
"Can't wait to dig in."
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Best Canadian Poetry

The Sun and Her Flowers
this is the recipe of life said my mother. as she held me in her arms as i wept think of those flowers you plant. in the garden each year. they will teach you. that people too. must wilt. fall. root. rise. in order to bloom. "The Poet Who Touched a Nerve" (The Times (London)). "Rupi Kaur is a rock star."
Reviews
"I did not think she could equal Milk and Honey, but The Sun and Her Flowers has blown me away, and more than lived up to my expectations."
"Teen daughter asked for this, liked it so well we bought a second for a friend who left to college."
"My daughter, who is 17, has read and reread this book."
"She had read the author's other book, Milk and Honey."
"Love the honesty, the rythm, the heart of Rupi’s poetry."
"My daughter loves this author we preorder this book came right on time!"
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Best Caribbean & Latin American Poetry

The Essential Neruda: Selected Poems (Bilingual Edition) (English and Spanish Edition)
An impressive group of translators that includes Alastair Reid, Stephen Mitchell, Robert Hass, Stephen Kessler and Jack Hirschman, have come together to revisit or completely retranslate the poems; and a handful of previously untranslated works are included as well. Winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1971, his breadth of vision and wide range of themes are extraordinary, and his work continues to inspire new generations of readers and writers.
Reviews
"Houghton Mifflin "Selected Poems" is much better IMO."
"EXCELLENT poems."
"Adds to my romantic side; spouse appreciates."
"HE writes about my lover."
"was i supposed to receive 4 copies?"
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Best Middle Eastern Poetry

The Essential Rumi, New Expanded Edition
The Essential Rumi continues to be the bestselling of all Rumi books, and the definitive selection of his beautiful, mystical poetry. Text: English. Original Language: Persian. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Reviews
"One can pick up this volume and turn to any page for a shot of verbal adrenaline, for Rumi talks about everything under the sun and is completely free of puritanical shame - so very refreshing. In fact, he writes as if the listener is on the same level and can ignite the identical inner spark that Rumi has through some kind of spontaneous combustion. I'd also like to see a few hundred copies of Rumi circulated at our nation's capitol, since it's hard to imagine anyone there having read something even as basic and moral as "A Thousand and One Nights," either as a child or by their parents, to expand their perspective on the world as an adult - and unfortunately this contracted and limited view of life really really shows and the rest of us have to suffer for it... Free copies for everyone paid out of the military budget."
"One of best book of great Rumi."
"In September of 2012, I created a photographic gallery of Rumi quotations and used a few of the quotes from Coleman Bark's book with direct permission from the author - I thought it was so cool that he emailed me back and was gracious about it. The translation is great but the content is very hard to put into context.... it's like reading about another person's dreams.... they make very little sense except a few moments in time when something clarifying and brilliant happens."
"Great poetry that inspires and is easily relate able to modern times."
"One of my all-time favorite books which I can and will read over and over."
"I read this book daily."
"I have had this in book form and I need something I can just carry with me anywhere I go."
"Coleman Barks is one of the best for bringing Rumi to the 21st century!..not literal translations from Persian, I've heard, but renderings that do capture the taste of Rumi's message."
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Best Australia & Oceania Poetry

Pillow Thoughts
Make a cup of tea and let yourself feel. In October 2016 she released the best-selling Poetry collection Pillow Thoughts .
Reviews
"2.5 Stars."
"I LOVE this book."
"This book has put so much into perspective for me."
"I love this book."
"REALLYYY puts me in my feels 😍😩."
"This book is amazing!!!"
"This book has really deep poems."
"Amazing book and came in great shape."
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