Best Canadian Poetry Books of 2025

"Things We Don't Talk About" is a poignant and personal collection of poetry, quotes, and thoughts that delves into the struggles of living with mental illness and the impact it has on relationships. The author bravely shares their experiences with depression, offering a glimpse into the darker corners of the mind that many people battle in silence. Despite the heavy subject matter, the book ends on a note of hope and encouragement, emphasizing the importance of communication and expressing our feelings. Independently published, this Canadian poetry book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand mental illness and find comfort in knowing they are not alone.

The Sun and Her Flowers is the second collection of poetry from Rupi Kaur, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of milk and honey. Divided into five chapters, this book takes readers on a journey of wilting, falling, rooting, rising, and blooming, celebrating love in all its forms. Kaur's expanded wisdom and scope should reel in new readers who will find much that resonates. The Sun and Her Flowers is a powerful and subtle volume of poetry that embraces the strength and joy that can flower on the other side of hardship.

The Book of Healing: Selected Poetry and Prose is a collection of Najwa Zebian's most beloved poetry and prose, organized by theme and selected by the author. This gift-worthy selection of poems and prose gets straight to the heart of Najwa's message, addressing themes such as letting go, understanding self-worth, and stepping into your own power. The book is beautifully packaged with foil-stamping and a ribbon marker, and is a worthy companion for anyone looking to cultivate emotional resilience. Najwa's personal experiences of displacement, discrimination, and abuse make her words even more inspiring and impactful.

There Is Room for All of You Here by Adriana Rimpel is a beautiful collection of poetry and prose that explores healing, love, and acceptance. Divided into three sections, the book takes readers on a journey through complicated family relationships, anxious attachment styles, and the search for healthy love. This book celebrates queer love and the power of vulnerability, making it a must-read for fans of Rupi Kaur and Courtney Peppernell. As a whole, the book is a powerful reminder that there is always room for love and acceptance, no matter who you are or where you come from.

Please Love Me at My Worst by Michaela Angemeer is a collection of poetry that delves into the complexities of self-love and growth. Written during the COVID-19 quarantine, the book explores themes of loneliness, unrequited love, and the struggle to let go of past relationships. Angemeer's raw and vulnerable writing style makes the book relatable and inspiring. The author's personal journey of coming out as bisexual and focusing on self-love adds a unique touch to the collection. Overall, Please Love Me at My Worst is a must-read for anyone looking to connect with their inner child and embrace the worst parts of themselves.

You'll Come Back to Yourself is a poignant collection of poetry and prose by Michaela Angemeer that explores the complexities of modern relationships, heartbreak, and self-discovery. Divided into three sections, the book takes the reader on a journey of holding on, letting go, and ultimately finding oneself. Angemeer's writing is emotive and raw, and her themes of body image, depression, and infidelity are relatable to many readers. Fans of Rupi Kaur and Orion Carloto will appreciate this book's lyrical style and inspiring message. Overall, You'll Come Back to Yourself is a powerful reminder of the importance of choosing oneself and finding strength in vulnerability.

"To the man I loved too much: And the ones who never loved me enough" is a collection of poems that explores the ups and downs of love. Gabrielle G.'s words will tug at your heartstrings and take you on an emotional journey of love, heartbreak, and healing. The book is a must-read for anyone who has ever been in love or experienced heartbreak. The poems are raw, thoughtful, and full of emotions that readers can easily relate to. Overall, "To the man I loved too much" is a beautiful and inspiring book that will leave you feeling hopeful and uplifted.

I Hope This Finds You is a poetry book that delves into the themes of heartbreak, love, healing, and self-love. Written by notable bestseller and Tik Tok creator Brandon Deem, the book serves as an empowering reminder that no matter how lost you may feel, you can always find your way back to yourself. The book is a beautiful journey that will help you find the strength to rise again from the pain of your past. Overall, this Canadian Poetry Book is a unique and powerful read that will leave you feeling inspired and hopeful.

The Rupi Kaur Boxed Set is a gorgeous collection of two best-selling books, milk and honey and the sun and her flowers. Rupi Kaur, the internationally renowned author, challenges the traditional idea of femininity and encourages women to be strong, powerful, and proud through her strikingly personal yet widely relatable poems. The four chapters in milk and honey explore the many kinds of pain and healing of life’s experiences, while the sun and her flowers take readers on a journey of wilting, falling, rooting, rising, and blooming. This collection is a celebration of love in all its forms and is a must-read for anyone who appreciates beautiful poetry.

LVOE.: Poems, Epigrams & Aphorisms is the fourth poetry collection from Atticus, the anonymous New York Times bestselling author. This book is a journey inward as Atticus explores self-love, meditation, meaning, loss, and romance. With his recognizable lyrical style and captivating black-and-white illustrations, Atticus inspires readers to look within themselves. What makes this book unique is the author's ability to connect with readers through his relatable themes and simple yet powerful words. LVOE. is a beautiful addition to any love poems book collection.