Ross Gay Books in Order
Ross Gay is a celebrated poet and professor whose work continues to captivate readers worldwide. His notable collections include <em>Against Which</em>, <em>Bringing the Shovel Down</em>, and the award-winning <em>Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude</em>. His poetry has been featured in esteemed publications such as <em>American Poetry Review</em>, <em>Orion</em>, and the <em>Sun</em>. As an associate professor of poetry at Indiana University, he inspires and mentors aspiring writers. Additionally, Gay teaches in Drew University's low-residency MFA program in poetry, sharing his expertise with students across the country. His dedication to the literary community extends beyond academia, as he serves on the board of the Bloomington Community Orchard, fostering a deeper connection between people and the natural world.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Ross Gay
- #1AmazonAgainst Which(2006)
- #2AmazonBringing the Shovel Down(2011)
- #3AmazonLace & Pyrite (With: Aimee Nezhukumatathil)(2014)
- #4AmazonCatalog of Unabashed Gratitude(2015)
- #5AmazonThe Book of Delights(2019)
- #6AmazonBe Holding(2020)
- #7AmazonInciting Joy(2022)
- #8AmazonThe Book of More Delights(2023)
- #9AmazonAmerican Journal(2018)
- #10AmazonThey Said(2018)
- #11AmazonPlaces We Return To(2021)
- #12AmazonBreaking into Blossom: Poems with Extraordinary Endings(2025)
About Ross Gay
Ross Gay is a celebrated poet and professor whose work continues to captivate readers worldwide. His notable collections include <em>Against Which</em>, <em>Bringing the Shovel Down</em>, and the award-winning <em>Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude</em>. His poetry has been featured in esteemed publications such as <em>American Poetry Review</em>, <em>Orion</em>, and the <em>Sun</em>. As an associate professor of poetry at Indiana University, he inspires and mentors aspiring writers. Additionally, Gay teaches in Drew University's low-residency MFA program in poetry, sharing his expertise with students across the country. His dedication to the literary community extends beyond academia, as he serves on the board of the Bloomington Community Orchard, fostering a deeper connection between people and the natural world.
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