"Leave This Song Behind" is a poignant anthology of poetry that captures the raw emotions and diverse voices of young people facing the complexities of adolescence. Co-authored by John Meyer, Stephanie H. Meyer, Adam Halwitz, and Cindy W. Spertner, the collection delves into the universal themes of love, loss, self-discovery, and resilience. Through a mosaic of verses, the authors skillfully navigate the turbulent waters of youth, offering readers a glimpse into the minds of the next generation.

The poems, contributed by a range of young writers, showcase a remarkable depth of introspection and authenticity. The language is both evocative and accessible, allowing readers to connect with the myriad experiences expressed within the pages. The collaborative nature of the anthology adds layers of perspective, fostering a sense of community and solidarity among its contributors and readers alike.

"Leave This Song Behind" is a testament to the power of words as a means of expression, healing, and empowerment. Whether you are a teenager navigating the challenges of growing up or an adult seeking insight into the adolescent experience, this collection resonates with emotional resonance and artistic merit, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the transformative journey from youth to adulthood.

Teen poetry has always fascinated me. Partly because I did plenty of it in my day. This collection is a good read and allows you to truly see from different perspectives. It is a diverse compendium, each poem making a mark in its own way.

Absolutely loved Soft by Mahalia Sobhani.

Leave This Song Behind is a collection of poems that depicts different life situations teens experiences: such as depression, problems with parents, sexuality and love issues, to name a few.

Fast read! I could sometimes see the difference in the different authors writing styles but it all flowed together very nice!

I received this poetry collection from Netgally in exchange for an honest review. Poetry is subjective and even more so when put into an anthology like this. This is really a 3.5 star rating, if there were half stars to give. For me there were some stellar stand outs, some blows to my heart, and some that were just okay. I love reading young poets because you can really read some stars in the making and that is always exciting.

I think this is a great read for young people who want to get into poetry and those that already love it. There are gems in here that are deep in their simplicity and hard hitting in their quietness. It is most definitely worth the read and it supports young writers.

I was unable to finish the book .. it’s not my type of poetry hard to read and understand the real meaning of the poems .

DNF. I couldn't connect with this book at all and found it really hard to get into. I had high hopes for this, which is a shame.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for this arc for an honest review. I loved so many for the poems in this book and I’m really glad I read it. Dear Me, From Me and Don’t Fall in Love by Clair Podges were my favorite. There are so many talented people in this world and this book is no exception. The students that were able to have a piece in this book, they were able to speak to me and talk about subjects in such an emotional way. I love how each section is so different from the next. “I pretend I’m watching my life circle around the drain slowly until it gets sucked away”
B. E. A. UTIFUL.

I liked some of the poems in here, and I like the idea of how it is young writers poetry. However I didn't like the method that was used to split the poems into categorises. I think instead of being split up because of the way they were constructed or written, they should have been split into different feelings, themes and experiences that the poems were talking about.

I did enjoy reading the poems, but the categorising method just made it feel like the poem were being organised randomly and were just one after another without a general trend or theme.

I thought most of these poems were well structured, but were often short in range and without much prompt. I found that quite a few of them evoked emotion out of me, while others seemed to just sit on page. I'm very glad I got to read them and see tons of poets put their words onto paper, but I felt like there wasn't much direction in the collection. I would like to see more of these if possible and see where they go!

if this book were influenced by the dead poets society their legacy remains intact in the words of those youth voices who released a little of themselves managing to share their thoughts that the world so much omits their own youthful mind or experience.

This is a collection of poetry from the last five years from the Teen Ink series. There is a wide variety of poetry in this book making it a good choice to read during poetry month. There are seven sections featuring various poetry elements. The writers use their talented voices and thoughts through their poetry in this moving collection. Since there is a wide variety readers might not enjoy every poem, but will find some styles and thoughts they could enjoy — at least appreciating the talent. Subjects are what you expect from teens with some being effective while others might not. There are also a variety of topics featured in the poems too from love and life to healing and hope. This is interesting and worth reading.

Leave This Song Behind is a beautiful collection of teen poetry put together by Teen Ink.

Many of these poems are touching and moving and awe-inspiring. However, with any collection of poetry some of them just won't land how they're supposed to.

Overall I'd give the poetry book a 3.5/5.

(Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review)

I really enjoyed this one. I love poetry and I thought it was really inspirational. I found a lot of poems that were very touching. Each poem is written by a different person so they each feel and flow a little differently.

Thank you HCI Books and Netgalley for this ARC.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book of poetry, written by a variety of people and many teens.
A lovely book that has encourage me to read more of this genre.

This one was a Did Not Finish (DNF) for me. I just could not get through with it. I got bored somewhere in the middle and was not able to finish it. I am so very sorry!

I enjoyed most of these poems but, it took me a little longer to read than normal. Maybe if it would’ve been more organized into related sections I wouldn’t have been a little confused on the rest of them. However, the poetry was very well written and I would read more from the majority of the poets.

wonderful anthology of poetry written for teens. It reflects on the many aspects of teen life which resonates with readers. Very thoughtful and deep. I enjoyed it a lot.

I was not much impressed with this book. THough it was categorized, I didnt find much motivation to go through all the poems listed and I had to force myself to get through them. Some were nice and they did strike a spot, but the overall effect of the book was underwhelming.

It is beautiful poetry that makes you wonder what peoms would you write of teen life. Just a while ago, my daughter reminded me that I am a teenager, she might mean that I was once a teenager. A different lens to look at universal experiences.