Out of Wonder

The selection feels so diverse and thoughtful—I'm curious about the process behind choosing these particular poets and poems. Did he aim for certain themes or eras?

The poems are so lively and engaging that I wondered if this book might inspire kids or even adults to pick up a pen. Has it motivated anyone to start writing their own poems?

Framing the book as a celebration of poets rather than a straightforward biography made it feel joyful and accessible. I wonder if that was a deliberate choice to make poetry more inviting.