Loves of Our Lives: Poems for Hopeful Hearts

by Josie Balka

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"From TikTok star and author of I Hope You Remember--which John Stamos called a "gift to the world"--Josie Balka comes this evocative collection of over eighty poems about the different types of love. From the coziness of lifelong friendship to the aching intensity of lost love, Loves of Our Lives is a poetic journey through the heartfelt relationships that make us human. In her highly anticipated second collection, social media sensation Josie Balka masterfully puts words to the show more indescribable, weaving her signature blend of raw emotion and vivid imagery into poems that speak straight to the soul. Featuring eighty poems, some already beloved by her followers and others exclusive to this collection, Loves of Our Lives explores six types of love--familial, toxic, romantic, friendship, self-love, and lost love--and invites reflection, offering solace and celebration in equal measure in this love letter to love itself"-- show less

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I first discovered Josie Balka’s poetry when my best friend sent me an Instagram video of her reading a poem about friendship. Her words drew me in right away, and I ended up binging all her videos. When I heard she was releasing a second print collection, I knew I had to have it.

Loves of Our Lives is divided into six categories: familial, toxic, lost, romantic, self-love, and friendship. Most people can relate to many of her poems, whether they’ve gone through similar experiences or know someone who has. Her writing connects with readers in a beautiful way.

I think this collection would make a great gift for someone you care about, whether it’s a romantic partner, a family member, or a friend.

Dec 17, 2025

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