On Loving and Leaving is a raw and tender collection of poetry that deeply dives into the ache of lost love—where cynicism intertwines with naivety, optimism clashes with resentment, and raw emotion spills onto every page. Penned in a voice unfiltered and unafraid by a 16-year-old girl navigating the bittersweet tides of heartbreak, this collection lays bare the beauty and brutality of love’s fleeting magic—its innocence, its intensity, and its inevitable sorrow.

With striking vulnerability and poignant reflections, each poem captures the vulnerability of youth and the resilience found in letting go. Hope and bitterness, longing and regret come together in this striking exploration of what it means to love recklessly and part painfully. Whether you’ve loved and lost, or are simply drawn to the beautiful authenticity of emotions laid bare, this collection will resonate with anyone who has ever loved too much and lost too deeply.