The Way Under the Way ─ The Place of True Meeting

“The right poem held close to one’s heart can wake like an angel to guide us,” teaches Mark Nepo. WithThe Way Under the Way, he offers his latest book of poetry and philosophy, bringing readers a collection of 216 inspirational poems and essays to spark insight and renew our sense of connection.

The first two books, Suite for the Living and Inhabiting Wonder (originally published by Bread for the Journey Intl., 2004) bear witness to the messy and magnificent journey of being human. Evolving these works further, Mark integrates nearly 60 new poems into the thematic reach of the material. The Way Under the Way presents a wholly new book, centered on “the place of true meeting that is always near, where we chance to discover our shared humanity and common thread of Spirit.”

For readers everywhere, here is an invitation to deepen our conversation with life, seek what is special in everything, and remember what matters most. 

Mark Nepo is a poet and philosopher who has taught in the fields of poetry and spirituality for over 35 years. ANew York Times #1 bestselling author, he has published 13 books and recorded eight audio projects. Mark has been interviewed twice by Oprah Winfrey as part of herSoul Series radio show, and was interviewed by Robin Roberts on Good Morning America. As a cancer survivor, Mark devotes his writing and teaching to the journey of inner transformation and the life of relationship. Mark's work is widely accessible and used in spiritual retreats, healing and medical communities, and more. His work has been translated into 20 languages, and he continues to offer readings, lectures, and retreats.