Milk and Honey - by Rupi Kaur (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A deluxe 10th anniversary edition of the bestselling poetry collection milk and honey, including an exclusive new chapter of poetry, a new introduction by Rupi, a collage of behind-the-scenes photos and memorabilia illustrating the book's decade-long journey, handwritten diary entries, and heartfelt annotations from Rupi and some of today's most respected voices in a selection of fan-favorite poems.

Since debuting in 2014, milk and honey has gone on to sell over 6 million copies globally, becoming one of the highest-selling books of poetry in the 21st century and propelling Rupi Kaur into the stratosphere as the poetic voice of a generation. For the past 10 years, milk and honey has taken millions of readers on a journey through life's most bitter moments, reminding them along the way that there is also sweetness everywhere, if only you are willing to look.

In addition to the four iconic original chapters--the hurting, the loving, the breaking, the healing--milk and honey 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition includes a brand-new chapter of never-before-shared poetry sure to delight fans new and old.

This stunning collector's edition is a celebration of Rupi Kaur, the debut collection that caught lightning in a bottle in the fall of 2014, and her ability to share that light with the world ever since.

About the Author

Rupi Kaur is a poet, artist, and performer.

A breakout literary phenomenon and #1 New York Times bestselling author, Rupi Kaur wrote, illustrated, and self-published her first poetry collection, milk and honey (2014). Next came its artistic siblings, the sun and her flowers (2017) and home body (2020), both debuting at #1 on bestseller lists across the world. These collections have sold over 12 million copies and have been translated into over 40 languages, with milk and honey becoming one of the highest-selling poetry books of the 21st century. She was also regarded as "writer of the decade" by the New Republic and recognized on the Forbes 30 under 30 list. In 2022, Kaur released her fourth book, Healing Through Words.

In 2021, Kaur produced Rupi Kaur Live, a first-of-its-kind poetry special on Amazon Prime Video. Kaur also executive produced the film This Place, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2022, and the 2024 Academy Award-nominated film To Kill a Tiger.

Kaur has graced stages across the globe and completed her third sold-out world tour in 2023. Her shows are poetic theatrical experiences interlaced with Kaur's own touch of stand-up comedy. Kaur's work encompasses love, loss, trauma, healing, femininity, and more.