Poetry Book Rec!

"things we never got to share" is the third and final volume in a poetry trilogy all releasing this summer.

Volumes One and Two are out now in hardcover, paperback, and ebook. Volume Three will be out September 2nd. The audiobook for all three books will release late this fall/early this winter. Everywhere books are sold.

Preorders for the final volume are live. Still accepting ARC readers. Signed copies are available.

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#bookrecommendations #booksoflemon8 #booktok #poetrybook #authorsoflemon8

2025/8/2 Edited to

... Read moreChristopher M. Tantillo’s poetry trilogy culminates with his highly anticipated final volume, "Things We Never Got to Share," a collection of poems that delve deeply into themes of pain, passion, peace, and emotional catharsis. This volume follows two earlier releases, each available in multiple formats including hardcover, paperback, and ebook, demonstrating Tantillo’s versatile approach to poetry distribution. The trilogy is marked by its raw, introspective style characterized by sentimental yet unfiltered poems that resonate with readers exploring complex emotions like heartbreak, healing, and hope. Tantillo’s work carries an emotional weight that is both therapeutic and angsty, blending romantic and bittersweet elements to evoke strong personal connections. Incorporating keywords identified from the OCR text, such as “Therapeutic,” “Cathartic,” “Romantic,” “Introspective,” “Angsty,” and “Unfiltered,” this final volume promises to maintain the evocative narrative style fans have embraced, continuing to unpack themes of emotional struggle and growth. The forthcoming audiobook, set to release late fall or early winter, will further expand accessibility and enable a broader audience to experience Tantillo’s evocative poetry in a fresh format. As a literary work that melds personal reflection with universal emotional experiences, the trilogy’s conclusion is a must-read for poetry lovers and those who find solace in expressive, emotional writing. For readers seeking signed editions or those interested in early access, preorders and ARC reader spots are currently available, encouraging a direct engagement with the poetry community. This sustained momentum places Tantillo’s trilogy at a distinctive crossroads of modern poetry culture, appealing to audiences active on platforms like #booktok and #bookrecommendations. Readers looking for a thoughtful, richly emotional poetry collection that grapples with the nuances of human feeling will find "Things We Never Got to Share" a fitting and satisfying conclusion to this impactful trilogy.

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