Praise & Reviews
"The popular 24th Poet Laureate of the United States offers a slim, approachable meditation on poetry as a lens through which readers can view themselves and the world." — New York Times Nonfiction Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2026
"Limón is here to remind us (or convince us) of the importance of poetry. And while I, personally, need no such reminders, I am very much looking forward to Limon’s case for why poetry matters, and how it can heal us and connect us, and enrich our lives in ways we didn’t even think possible." –Jonny Diamond, Editor in Chief, LitHub’s Most Anticipated Books of 2026
“A graceful, moving tribute, and a gift to readers,” starred review, Kirkus Reviews
A Top 10 Lifestyle Book — Publisher’s Weekly
Against Breaking: On the Power of Poetry
Publisher: Scribner (April 7, 2026)
Length: 80 pages
ISBN13: 9781668224724
From the publisher: 24th Poet Laureate of the United States Ada Limón inspires us to see poetry as much more than just words—as a powerful force for healing, a call to action, and a vibrant celebration of humanity’s many voices.