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Joining us at Audible is Hollie McNish, the Ted Hughes Award-winning author and poet. Her latest collection, Slug, covers topics from birth to death, sex to sexism and many other everyday challenges we face in the 21st century. We'll be talking to Hollie McNish about her approach to poetry, what she’s most looking forward to about her next gig, and how she has come to feel comfortable discussing things that no one else does.

The quartercentenary of John Milton (1608-1674) is celebrated next year. This selection of his finest poetry includes sections from "Paradise Lost", "Samson Agonistes", the masque "Comus", as well as sonnets and other poems. They are read by two of Britain's leading classical actors.

Victoria Adukwei Bulley's debut collection, Quiet, circles around ideas of Black interiority, intimacy and selfhood, playing at the the tensions between the impulse to guard one's 'inner life' and the knowledge that, as Audre Lorde writes, 'your silence will not protect you'. The poems teem with grace and dignity, are artful in their shapes, sharp in their intelligence and possessing of a good ear, finely attuned to the sonics that fascinate and motivate the writing 'at the lower end of sound'.

*100 Selected Poems* by Emily Dickinson offers listeners a carefully curated glimpse into the profound and enigmatic world of one of America’s most celebrated poets. This collection brings together poems that explore themes central to Dickinson’s life and work, such as nature, solitude, love, death, and immortality. Her writing style—marked by unique punctuation, innovative rhythms, and striking imagery—invites listeners into her introspective observations and keen philosophical insights.

La trayectoria poética de José Lezama Lima se inicia muy pronto, cuando apenas cuenta veintisiete años. En 1937 publicó un extenso poema, que había compuesto años atrás, y que lleva por título Muerte de Narciso. Se trata de una composición de juventud. Sin embargo, en ella ya aparecen los rasgos que definirán su obra posterior y el enfrentamiento entre el mundo de la vida y las visiones interiores del poeta. Muerte de Narciso, en su particular universo, expresa y contiene su propuesta estética.

Dating to the ninth century BC, Homer’s timeless poem still vividly conveys the horror and heroism of men and gods wrestling with towering emotions and battling amidst devastation and destruction, as it moves inexorably to the wrenching, tragic conclusion of the Trojan War. Renowned classicist Bernard Knox observes in his superb Introduction that although the violence of the Iliad is grim and relentless, it coexists with both images of civilized life and a poignant yearning for peace.

Over one hundred poems by A. E. Housman, including the full text of both 'A Shropshire Lad', one of the best-loved collections in English poetry, and of 'Last Poems', the second volume of his verse to be published in the poet's lifetime. In simple, gently accessible language, the poet explores universal themes of life, death, love, and loss.

The oldest long poem in Old English, written about AD 1,000, Beowulf tells the story of a great warrior of southern Scandinavia, in both youth and maturity. The monster Grendel terrorizes the Scyldings of Hrothgar's Danish Kingdom until Beowulf defeats him. As a result, he has to face her enraged mother. Beowulf dies after a battle against a fierce dragon.

When Emily Wilson’s translation of The Odyssey appeared in 2017―rendering the ancient poem in contemporary language that was “fresh, unpretentious and lean” (Madeline Miller, Washington Post)―critics lauded it as “a revelation” (Susan Chira, New York Times) and “a cultural landmark” (Charlotte Higgins, Guardian) that would forever change how Homer is read in English. Now Wilson has returned with an equally revelatory translation of Homer’s other great epic―the most revered war poem of all time.

If there is no GOD, then Life is meaningless, and we live simply to die. If there is no GOD, then there is no reason for all our questions, of Why? JAG has been told that since the dawn of Reasoning, man has asked questions. The Full Suit of Armor is the compilation of answers and conclusions that JAG has found through his journey of life thus far. Each chapter is a book that centers around a main theme usually the chapter title. These smaller books have been combined to form the “Full Suit”.

This book of L.O.V.E. is full of poems reflecting loves everchanging impacts on us. Delve into the depths of L.O.V.E. within each poem. There’s an experience for all of us to relate to within L.O.V.E.’s realm.

The Keeper of Seasons is a new collection of poetry that reflects the rugged yet poetic landscapes of the Maine coast, a place where sea meets land in an eternal embrace. With each verse, we venture into the lives of the people who call this edge of the world their home—be it the fisherman who navigates both calm and stormy seas, the lighthouse keeper who serves as a guardian against the treacherous rocks, or the tavern keeper who offers a warm hearth and a cold drink to weary sailors.

Picking Up the Pieces is a raw and powerful poetic memoir by Lilly Rose Crow that delves into the struggles of living with mental illness. Through evocative verse, Crow explores the complexities of borderline personality disorder, depression, and trauma, painting an intimate portrait of pain, resilience, and healing. From the chaos of self-loathing and numbness to the tender journey of self-discovery in "Letters to My Inner Child," the memoir captures the inner battles of a fractured mind.

Seul au bout du monde occidental – lui qui vient de l'Extrême-Orient –, réveillé vers minuit par le bruit de la mer, il sort par cette nuit de pleine lune. Il plonge alors dans une méditation sur la Vie, la Mort, l'Univers, et (dans une seconde partie) sur son propre destin de poète « orphique » - avec une vingtaine de poèmes.

This book is a treasure trove of over 150 beautiful and timeless romantic ghazals, nazms, and rubaais—all of them translated and transliterated into English. It holds the iconic verses of poets like Ghalib, Firaq, and Faiz, and showcases the poetry of popular contemporary poets. Lose yourself in the captivating melodies of Urdu poetry with Humsafar, and discover the beauty and power of love that transcends all boundaries.

I Climb the Mesas: Collected Poems of Paula Gunn Allen span the landscapes of the Southwest, excavate popular misunderstandings of Native women through history, and perhaps most importantly shines a light on a foremother of Native poetry, who was herself an icon to feminist legends like Gloria Steinem.

Judith Vander Wege found that, when going through emotionally difficult situations, it helped her feel better to write a poem or song, which was also usually a prayer. After discovering many Christian periodicals would buy and publish these poems, she decided to gather them together in a book.

This debut collection is not for the faint of heart, as the poet unpacks the raw pain of the mind. Based on her life experiences, Fay van Burg addresses gut-wrenchingly relatable struggles and painful moments, while fighting for her sanity and wellbeing. Fighting the Madness tackles abstract concepts of hurt and sorrow while taking you on an emotional journey of strength and perseverance.

From the searing "Dulce et Decorum Est" to the mournful "Anthem for Doomed Youth," Owen gives voice to the silenced, the shattered, and the sacrificed. His verse speaks across time, resonating with readers today as much as it did a century ago, in an age still scarred by conflict and searching for meaning.

The Poetry Quote Book by VentureNest Books offers listeners a collection of inspiring poetry quotes and reflections from the world’s greatest poets. It serves as a bridge for those seeking peace, creativity, and deeper insights through literature, appealing to both novices and seasoned poetry lovers.