Almost Home: Poems

So I just finished this book 'Almost Home' by Madison Kuhn! This book of poems speaks so loudly to me. It is beautifully written and a job well done! So many of these poems I have felt in the 26 years I've been alive, and sometimes even feel today. Which I'm learning a lot of people deal with problems but this book gives me hope that one day I'll feel at home with myself but until that day I'm going to keep waking up and keep trying to get to that point. I'm happy I'm further than I was before but right now I'm no where near where I want to be. This is one when I'm having a dark, down day I'll be able to pick this book up and know that I will get through it. There is always light as long as you believe. Never give up.

This is my second copy of this book because the first one I gave to my best friend because I felt that the poems would make her feel better. These are not your typical poems you find in a lot of books that are hard to understand, these are written simple with a big impact behind the words. I recommend it to anybody who likes poetry of any types.

'Almost Home' is a wonderfully crafted selection of poems filled with nostalgia, anxiety, and hope for us 20-somethings, trying to find 'home' in this crazy world. While the themes are similar to those found in 'Please Don't Go Before I Get Better,' I was blown away by the growth and maturity she shows in these new poems. Madisen is wise beyond her years and this book offers comfort in the uncomfortable growing pains young adults all face. Buy this book. You are sure to find a new favorite poem.

Amazing poems. I love it. Cover did come damaged though and splitting at the top. I know well loved paper backs tend to do this anyways, but it's discouraging when it's already bent and splitting right out of the box.

madisen has a beautiful way with words. she takes my thoughts and puts them on paper. she makes me feel like i have a home in her books and she is also a great person, outside of just being a beautiful writer! obsessed with all 3 of her wonderful books.

Inspiring

"Almost Home," Instagram poet, Madisen Kuhn's newest collection of poetry was both painful and powerful. I felt pieces of my own story unravel as I read her words. I could feel her pain and hear her cries. I related to much of her story and her poetry. While some of her poems didn't resonate, I was able to move on quickly and find some deep poetry that stung my heart and brought tears to my eyes. Her collection is a quick read, but also something you can come back to again and again, explore the words, and your own heart. This collection was filled with new favorites like, "Mojave," "Vanilla," "Deep Down," "Intimacy" and "Romanticizing the Unromantic" to name a few. I thoroughly enjoyed this collection and would love to share it with all of you. I received this eBook free of charge from Galley Books via NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. I did not receive any fiscal compensation from either company for this review and the opinions expressed herein are entirely my own.

Madisen Kuhn writes with an honest voice that never feels sophomoric or juvenile. She describes wonderfully the experience of not belonging; of wanting to be so involved in a place that it is a part of who you are. There is a delicate, beautiful quality about her writing that is all her own and somehow extremely universal. For younger people who are unsure of how they fit in to the grand scheme of things or how they relate to their families, this book will hit home. Certain poems, like ‘real things’, ‘vows’, ‘multitudes’ (and many more) are particularly resonant. As someone who typically does not seek out poetry, I found myself rereading passages several times and looking into Kuhn’s other works. Truly an accessible experience that leaves the reader full of thoughts and feelings, Almost Home is a beautiful read that I will recommend to many people I care about. I hope to see more from her!

Brilliantly written, filled with emotions and passion. There's a poem that's perfect for everyone in there!