Partly Cloudy

A poignant, humorous collection by acclaimed poet Gary Soto

The fleeting emotions of teenagers, as changeable as the weather, ring true in these emotionally resonant poems. Told from the point of view of both boys and girls, narrators of various ethnicities fall in love for the first time, pine over crushes, and brood over broken hearts. Tender, lighthearted, and surprising, this collection will capture teens, tweens, and anyone who remembers what it’s like to be a young person in love.

This collection captures the small moments that feel like everything.

• Dual POV: Experience love, longing, and heartbreak from the perspective of both boys and girls, capturing the full spectrum of teenage emotion.
• First Love & Crushes: From pining over a secret crush in the school hallway to the breathtaking moments of a first kiss, these poems capture the intensity of new feelings.
• Relatable Poems for Teens: Written in simple, accessible language that rings true, reflecting the real thoughts and changeable moods of being a teenager.
• Accessible YA Poetry: A perfect introduction to modern poetry for teens and tweens, or for anyone who remembers the ache and joy of being young and in love.