The best recent poetry This selection of recent poetry collections showcases diverse styles and themes, including Anthony Joseph’s radical lyricism, Leontia Flynn’s mordant wit, and the resilient voices from Palestine. Jennifer Lee Tsai’s debut explores second-generation Chinese identity, while Rachel Long grapples with pain and recovery, and Galia Admoni offers a delightful narrative poem about loneliness.

• Anthony Joseph’s ‘Haunting the Black Air’ is a radical exploration of nostalgia, grief, and beauty found in everyday life.
• Leontia Flynn’s ‘Selected Poems’ reintroduces her sharp wit, imaginative imagery, and insightful commentary on contemporary life.
• ‘You Must Live: New Poetry from Palestine’ features over 30 poets from Gaza and the West Bank, testifying to resilience and bearing witness in crisis.
• Jennifer Lee Tsai’s debut, ‘Melete’, is a significant work exploring second-generation Chinese identity in the UK through poetry and prose.
• Rachel Long’s ‘Sparrow on the Rooftop’ shifts from playfulness to directness, unflinchingly addressing pain and finding paths to recovery.
• Galia Admoni’s ‘Somebody Should Have Pressed Record’ is a delightful narrative poem using an imaginary relationship to explore loneliness and self-understanding.