May is a month of quiet transformation. As the last frost of blackberry winter fades into memory, the world around us begins to hum like bees attracted to vibrant flowers. Spring is a season defined by symbolism: the budding of new life, the promise of renewal and the buzzy anticipation that summer is just around the corner.
There’s no better way to celebrate this period of growth and regeneration than by refreshing your reading list. Whether you’re looking to find your poetic voice, manifest a more magnetic life through your wardrobe or finally finish your first novel or short story, our latest collection has something for every creative soul. Here are 6 new release books to power you through the season.
Accidental Devotions
by Kelli Russell Agodon
Witty, humorous and oh-so-tender, Accidental Devotions reminds us that in the end, life is a brief devotion of moments — beautiful, accidental and always gone too soon.
In her latest collection, award-winning poet Kelli Russell Agodon seeks to find meaning in a world lit by the glow of screens and haunted by ghosts, both real and digital. Accidental Devotions is a dazzling, defiant field guide for staying human in tumultuous modern times.
A bi/LGBTQ+ writer, Russell Agodon blends humor with vulnerability as she describes queer joy, tenderness and resilience. These poems embrace the “beautiful chaos” of aging, the complexities of our closest relationships and the persistent ache of living. This collection of poems is written for quiet rebels and devoted literature fans. If you carry ashes to the beach, ask Alexa for advice or keep Emily Dickinson on the nightstand, this one’s for you.
In real life, Russell Agodon lives on the Pacific Coast near Seattle where she teaches an MFA program at Pacific Lutheran University. When she’s not hiking, mountain biking or paddleboarding, she runs a writing retreat for women. She also manages the independent publishing company Two Sylvias Press, which she co-founded. You can learn more about her on Charles Jensen’s Nanogram Substack.
The Art of Intentional Dressing: Your Essential Style Guide for Manifesting a Magnetic Life
by Erin Walsh
“Erin Walsh, my soul-sister … has given you the tools to literally CREATE your own experience of your day. … With Erin’s help, I have found a style which I feel has expanded to fit my life.” — Anne Hathaway
Every morning, millions of women face the same frustrating question: “What am I going to wear today?” But for celebrity stylist Erin Walsh, clothes are just the beginning. Behind every outfit is a deeper inquiry into identity: “Who do I want to be today?”
In The Art of Intentional Dressing, Walsh shares her transformative belief in the magnetic power of fashion and manifestation. These skills have helped her dress A-list stars like Anne Hathaway and Selena Gomez, while giving them each a unique identity. She invites readers to view their closets not as a source of stress but as a portal. Each outfit or piece in this portal has the power to project presence, power and purpose.
The book centers around Walsh’s signature CREATE method. This holistic approach is designed to bring your internal intentions into alignment with your external aesthetic. This isn’t just about trends; it’s about using fashion as a tool to ground your energy and show your truest self to the world.
Don’t Wait to Light the Candles: Poems
by Allie Michelle
“Keep your defiant joy. Keep your stubborn hope. Keep those childlike eyes — they are not childish, but a rebellion against despair.”
In a culture that demands endless productivity and encourages everyone to hustle and have a side-hustle, viral spoken-word poet Allie Michelle offers a radical alternative. She encourages readers to find the courage to soften by focusing on resilience, creativity and self-care.
Don’t Wait to Light the Candles is a luminous collection of poems that provides a comforting sanctuary while nourishing the creative spark. She invites readers to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start embracing the miracles that are happening all around. For fans of Rupi Kaur (the bestselling poet behind milk and honey) and Cleo Wade (often dubbed the Millennial Oprah), this collection embodies the strength it takes to remain vulnerable.
Michelle is a yoga instructor, certified meditation and breathwork coach and global voice for the mindfulness movement. Her work is a gentle reminder to the aspiring writer or poet that your unique perspective is your greatest strength. The most profound art often comes when you allow yourself to be most seen. Don’t Wait to Light the Candles isn’t just a book of poems; it’s a collection of words designed to become practical tools that encourage healing and foster a stronger mind-body connection. Her message is simple: be a quiet rebel. Live vulnerably; create often.
Be Easy: New and Selected Poems
by Adrian Matejka
Named one of Literary Hub’s “Most Anticipated Poetry Books of 2026,” Be Easy is a career-defining collection from one of America’s most distinctive poetic voices.
Adrian Matejka is a heavyweight of the American poetry scene. For over two decades, readers and literary critics have celebrated his “patient, clever and visionary” style. Be Easy includes selections from six extraordinary collections, including The Big Smoke, Mixology and Map to the Stars, plus 21 dynamic new poems. His work has earned him nominations for the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, and he has served as the Poet Laureate of Indiana as well as editor-in-chief of Poetry magazine.
For creative types and aspiring writers, Be Easy serves as a masterclass in creative evolution. By presenting over 20 years of work alongside new material, Matejka demonstrates how a writer’s game can remain in its prime by constantly shifting strategies while reflecting one’s personal history and cultural heritage.
Rooted in the Midwest, particularly Indianapolis and Chicago, Matejka covers wide-ranging topics, from Reagan-era politics to economic instability, mixed-race heritage and the pandemic. His narrative, lyrical poems feature themes built around people, places and self-identity. From the rhythms of ’80s hip-hop to celestial jazz, this volume is an essential roadmap to Matejka’s sonic landscape.
And So It Is … A Memoir of Acceptance and Hope
by Jamie Lynn Sigler
“To think, what Jamie’s been through, continues to face every day, and emerges from more fully alive and still curious … and her ability to share it all with such generosity of spirit, courage, and grace. It’s astonishing. She’s my hero.” — Edie Falco
You may know Jamie Lynn Sigler as Meadow Soprano, the SAG-winning acting role that she landed at just age 16. She’s also a podcast host and now an author. In this unflinchingly vulnerable memoir, Sigler reflects on her journey out of teenage stardom. She coped with an eating disorder, concealed her multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis and entered a disastrous marriage, all by age 25.
Over the next several years, Sigler remarried, became a mother and nearly lost her son due to a mysterious illness. Then, she launched a wildly popular podcast with Christina Applegate that focuses on life’s curveballs, including the autoimmune disease they share. A natural storyteller, Sigler moves beyond Hollywood and shares all aspects of her life with courage, grace and candor.
This powerful memoir is a gift of acceptance and hope. It’s the perfect choice for anyone looking for an honest exploration of life’s most challenging and blessed moments. Or in the words of cancer survivor and TV journalist Robin Roberts, “She shows us how to heal, forgive and begin again.”
Page One to Done: Finish Your Novel in 30 Days with the Fast Drafting Method
by Jessica Brody
“Equal parts mindset reset and practical playbook … this is the guide that will finally get you to ‘The End.'” — Savannah Gilbo, host of the podcast Fiction Writing Made Easy
If there’s one person who knows how to write a novel and has helpful tips to share, it’s Jessica Brody. With over 20 titles under her belt and a series of online workshops, she provides a proven formula to get your half-finished drafts and ideas into the world. She has one important message: it’s time to stop rewriting Chapter One and start finishing the rest of your book.
In Page One to Done, Brody introduces aspiring writers to a proven three-part method. It’s designed to shut down your inner critic and help you reclaim the joy of storytelling. Perfectionism is the main reason why 97% of writers quit and why many others never start.
- First, she encourages writers to shed limiting beliefs and stop the negative self-talk. At the same time, it’s important to embrace a positive mindset to gain momentum.
- Preparation is key. Before you type a word, Brody makes sure you have a solid storyline. You also need a realistic schedule and enough time in your life to achieve your goals.
- Next, Brody helps writers master Fast Drafting techniques to maintain consistent speed and reach the finish line.
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