Book of Awakening

Mark Nepo is a poet and philosopher who has taught in the fields of poetry and spirituality for over thirty years. He has published twelve books, and his work has been translated throughout the world. In leading spiritual retreats, in working with healing and medical communities, and in his teachings as a poet, Mark’s work is widely accessible and used by many. He continues to offer readings, lectures, and retreats. His bestselling title is The Book of Awakening—over 750,000 copies sold.

“There are so many reasons why I want to recommend this book to you . . . This is the book I give as a gift more than any other book, and I think that’s important—when I’m thinking about a book that I want to give to somebody or I’m going to a dinner party and I want to bring something other than a bottle of wine, I bring a copy of The Book of Awakening. This book is so meaningful to me, I’m struggling to even find the words to explain the profound difference this book has made.”—Mel Robbins, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Let Them Theory“There was one book that transformed my life and that book is The Book of Awakening by Mark Nepo. The river of life is wide and the journey we make together is made so much more beautiful, important, and moving when our lives are linked by this book.”—Jamie Lee Curtis, from the Foreword  “Mark Nepo has written a beautiful book about life, informed by the shadows of death. I’ve been blessed and humbled by reading his words.”—Marianne Williamson  “Mark Nepo is a true poetic empath, taking us on a 365 day-by-day journey. And no matter what day, or whatever you’re going through—like magic—you will find his words will speak to your exact situation, which at that moment instills in the reader an instant feeling of lightness, solace, warmth, and understanding. Pick this book up, again and again and again, and it will do the same for you.”—Steven Tyler  “Mark Nepo is one of the finest spiritual guides of our time, and The Book of Awakening is one of the finest fruits of his spirit. His poetic gift shows through on every page, and his own courageous journey from near-death to new life breathes truth into every word he writes. This book is a gift of love. Open the gift—and open yourself to it—and you, like I, will be filled with gratitude and graced with renewal.”—Parker Palmer, author of On the Brink of Everything and Let Your Life Speak  “Mark Nepo’s writing creates echoes in our hearts of what is true and of what we most cherish. Keep The Book of Awakening close by, and dip in whenever you want to nourish your spirit.”—Tara Brach, author of Radical Acceptance and Radical Compassion