The Contemporary Poetry You Need to Read Now

While poetry hasn't always had pride of place in mainstream American culture, the timeless power of the genre always finds its way to break through in each generation. Over the last decade, poetry began to enjoy something of a renaissance that is still going strong. As a guide for anyone looking to dig into the best poets working today, this list encompasses collections from some of the most prominent poets as well as some of the up-and-coming voices charting the path for new movements.