A poetry storybook for tender hearts

Poems for the beautiful mess of being alive

Short illustrated poems about animals, nature, and the courage to keep going. Open one and turn the pages.

Tonight's poem

I See No Mercy

When trees are cut, I cry,
I see no mercy.

Poetry, gently illustrated

Poems for the beautiful mess of being alive

Out of Mess collects tender poems about animals, nature and the courage to keep going — each one with a picture to sit inside.

Words That Feel Like Home

A collection of poems for every emotion — sad, happy, love, longing, and everything in between. Read, feel, and share.

Poems

Every poem here is written to capture a feeling — read through our categories and find the one that speaks to you

Poetry From the Heart

Every poem on The Out of Mess is written to put unspoken feelings into words — the ache, the joy, the silence in between. Whether you're going through something heavy or celebrating something beautiful, there's a poem here for you.

New poems added regularly across every mood and moment.