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How can a poem transform a life? Could poetry change the world? In this accessible volume, spoken-word stars Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley roll out the welcome mat and prove that poetry is for everyone. Whether lapsed poetry lovers, aspiring poets, or total novices, readers will learn to uncover verse in unexpected places, find their way through a poem when they don´t quite "get it," and discover just how transformative poetry can be. This is a gorgeous and inspiring gift for any fan of the written word.

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Andrea Gibson is a leading voice in spoken-word poetry, headlining prestigious performance venues internationally.

Megan Falley is a National Poetry Slam finalist and creator of the online writing course "Poems That Don´t Suck." Both authors live outside Boulder, Colorado.

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