Everything Comes Next: Collected and New Poems

Emotionally resonant and stirring.Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Lucky the reader who would have this collection lying around for visiting and revisiting.Horn Book Magazine This celebratory book collects in one volume award-winning and beloved poet Naomi Shihab Nyes most popular and accessible poems. Featuring new, never-before-published poems; an introduction by bestselling poet and author Edward Hirsch, as well as a foreword and writing tips by the poet; and stunning artwork by bestselling artist Rafael Lpez, Everything Comes Next is essential for poetry readers, classroom teachers, and library collections. Everything Comes Next is a treasure chest of Naomi Shihab Nyes most beloved poems, and features favorites such as Famous and A Valentine for Ernest Mann, as well as widely shared pieces such as Kindness and Gate A-4. The book is an introduction to the poets work for new readers, as well as a comprehensive edition for classroom and family sharing. Writing prompts and tips by the award-winning poet make this an outstanding choice for aspiring poets of all ages.