by John Meyer
First published 2016
A decade passed after Written in the Dirt, the final volume in the Teen Ink series, reached readers. Fresh teenage writers stepped forward with distinct voices during those years. Teen Ink editors sifted through five years of poetry submissions to assemble this collection. They selected pieces that commanded attention above thousands of others. The editors examined each poem's particular strengths, then organized the book into seven sections. Each section highlights different poetic qualities that moved them. Some poems grabbed readers through rich sensory imagery. Others used minimal, precise language to create impact. The editors chose additional works for their inventive structure, narrative power, metaphorical strength, surprising connections, humor, or original takes on common themes. These young poets share their experiences with raw honesty. Their words reveal intense emotions, personal struggles, and the complexity of teenage life. The collection captures the authentic voices of a new generation.
Genres: anthologies, adolescence, young-adult, poetry
Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical
Tropes: raw-honesty
Period: 21st-century
192 pages · Paperback · Health Communications Inc