Writing — Shannon Jade

A Song for the Earth

by Shannon Jade

A Song for the Earth is a lyrical novel in verse designed to offer hope and education in the climate crisis.
The wide, wild world is made of wonder, but as climate change reinvents the landscape, rich ecosystems are under threat. On a journey through Earth's major biomes, January learns the plight of the planet. Armed with the power of a voice made for poetry, she turns her lyrics into a call for action. Is it enough to write a song for the earth and ask the world to sing along?
- #1 bestseller in IngramSpark nature poetry
- #1 Amazon AU nature poetry hot new releases
- Winner, Regal Summit Book Award (Poetry) 2025
- Winner (bronze), Book of the Year, ABLE Golden Book Awards 2025
- Nominee, Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards 2026
- Nominee, Kenneth Slessor Prize for Poetry 2026
- Nominee, Five Islands Poetry Prize 2025
“If you feel deeply connected to nature, or you feel as if something in life is missing, or you are stressed and worried about the climate, or you simply want to experience the beauty of parts of the world you have never seen, I highly recommend picking up this story. It will be a balm to your soul.” - B.A. Franc, author of A Daisy in Lily's Valley
“A Song for the Earth by Shannon Jade is one of those rare books that speaks to both the heart and the conscience. As someone who deeply values lyrical writing and cares about the future of our planet, I found this collection not only moving, but necessary.” - Asena England, author of Tengri
“After reading A Song for the Earth, a new lyrical novel by Melbourne-based environmental writer Shannon Jade, I felt energized to share her work. I’m even assigning A Song for the Earth in my Comp I classes this fall!” - Dr. Krista Hiser, sustainability curriculum coordinator for the University of Hawaii Office of Sustainability
“Lyrical, urgent, and deeply moving, A Song for the Earth is a poetic journey through the planet’s fragile beauty and a stirring call to action for anyone who believes words can change the world—perfect for fans of The Overstory and Braiding Sweetgrass.” – NewInBooks
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