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Balladz

Balladz

Poetry Collection Lyric American Contemporary Late Style

Balladz is a 2022 poetry collection by American poet Sharon Olds, notable for exploring themes of aging, historical memory, and personal loss during the global pandemic.

7.4 Good

apps Top Balladz Alternatives

The top alternative to Balladz in 2026 is Leaves of Grass with a score of 9.2/10, followed by The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson (9.2) and The Wild Iris (9.2).

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Leaves of Grass

Leaves of Grass

Walt Whitman’s Leaves of Grass remains a pivotal work in American literature. This poetry collection, notable for its ex...

Lyric Classic American Canon
9.2 Excellent
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The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson

The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson

Emily Dickinson’s Complete Poems represent a comprehensive collection of nearly 1800 poems written by the influential Am...

Lyric Classic American Complete
9.2 Excellent
3
The Wild Iris

The Wild Iris

Louise Glück’s *The Wild Iris* is a 1992 poetry collection exploring profound connections between human experience and t...

Nature Lyric American Pulitzer
9.2 Excellent
4
New and Selected Poems by Mary Oliver

New and Selected Poems by Mary Oliver

Mary Oliver’s *New and Selected Poems* offers a profound exploration of the natural world through deeply observant verse...

Nature American Contemporary Collection
9.1 Excellent
5
frank: sonnets

frank: sonnets

Diane Seuss’s *frank: sonnets* is a 2021 poetry collection exploring grief and resilience through the established form o...

American Contemporary Pulitzer Sonnets
9.1 Excellent
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American Primitive

American Primitive

Mary Oliver’s *American Primitive* (1983) presents a series of lyric poems deeply rooted in observations of the natural...

Nature Lyric American Pulitzer
8.9 Great
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Averno

Averno

Louise Glück’s Averno examines themes of loss, memory, and the natural world through a reimagining of the Greek myth con...

Lyric American Mythic Award
8.9 Great
8
A Scattering of Salts by James Merrill

A Scattering of Salts by James Merrill

James Merrill’s *A Scattering of Salts* (1995) is a significant collection of poetry marking the culmination of his matu...

American Contemporary Collection Formal
8.8 Great
9
Questions of Travel

Questions of Travel

Elizabeth Bishop’s *Questions of Travel* is a 1965 poetry collection examining experiences shaped by prolonged stays abr...

Travel Lyric Classic American
8.8 Great
10
Geography III

Geography III

Elizabeth Bishop’s Geography III is a significant 1976 poetry collection showcasing the acclaimed American writer's lyri...

Lyric Classic American NBA
8.8 Great
11
Dream Work

Dream Work

Mary Oliver’s Dream Work offers a deeply resonant meditation on the natural world. The collection showcases Oliver's dis...

Nature Lyric American Popular
8.8 Great
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Migration: New and Selected Poems

Migration: New and Selected Poems

W.S. Merwin’s *Migration: New and Selected Poems* offers a comprehensive survey of this influential American poet's care...

Lyric American NBA Selected
8.8 Great
13
Pilgrim Bell

Pilgrim Bell

Kaveh Akbar’s *Pilgrim Bell* is a 2021 poetry collection examining profound themes through lyrical verse. The work explo...

Lyric American Contemporary Spiritual
8.5 Great
14
Scattered Snows, to the North

Scattered Snows, to the North

Carl Phillips’ Scattered Snows, to the North explores profound questions about remembrance and life's end through evocat...

Lyric American Contemporary Pulitzer
8.4 Great
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Faithful and Virtuous Night

Faithful and Virtuous Night

Louise Glück’s *Faithful and Virtuous Night* explores themes of memory, loss, and faith through intensely personal lyric...

Lyric American NBA Late Style
8.3 Great
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The Shadow of Sirius

The Shadow of Sirius

W.S. Merwin’s *The Shadow of Sirius* is a 2008 poetry collection exploring themes of memory, loss, and the passage of ti...

Lyric American Pulitzer Late Style
8.3 Great
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The Hurting Kind

The Hurting Kind

Ada Limón’s “The Hurting Kind” is a poetry collection examining profound relationships between individuals and the natur...

Nature Lyric American Contemporary
8.3 Great
18
Barbie Chang

Barbie Chang

Victoria Chang’s *Barbie Chang* presents a series of lyric poems centered around an Asian-American woman grappling with...

Lyric American Contemporary Asian American
8.1 Great
19
Sharks in the Rivers

Sharks in the Rivers

Sharks in the Rivers is a 2010 poetry collection by American poet Ada Limón, noted for its vibrant and visceral examinat...

Nature Lyric American Contemporary
7.8 Good
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Winter Recipes from the Collective

Winter Recipes from the Collective

Winter Recipes from the Collective is a 2022 poetry collection by American poet Louise Glück, notable for being one of h...

Lyric American Contemporary Late Style
7.7 Good

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs Balladz Action
Leaves of Grass
Leaves of Grass
Poetry Collection Lyric Classic American
9.2 Excellent +1.8 Compare
The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson
The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson
Poetry Collection Lyric Classic American
9.2 Excellent +1.8 Compare
The Wild Iris
The Wild Iris
Poetry Collection Nature Lyric American
9.2 Excellent +1.8 Compare
New and Selected Poems by Mary Oliver
New and Selected Poems by Mary Oliver
Poetry Collection Nature American Contemporary
9.1 Excellent +1.7 Compare
frank: sonnets
frank: sonnets
Poetry Collection American Contemporary Pulitzer
9.1 Excellent +1.7 Compare
American Primitive
American Primitive
Poetry Collection Nature Lyric American
8.9 Great +1.5 Compare
Averno
Averno
Poetry Collection Lyric American Mythic
8.9 Great +1.5 Compare
A Scattering of Salts by James Merrill
A Scattering of Salts by James Merrill
Poetry Collection American Contemporary Collection
8.8 Great +1.4 Compare
Questions of Travel
Questions of Travel
Poetry Collection Travel Lyric Classic
8.8 Great +1.4 Compare
Geography III
Geography III
Poetry Collection Lyric Classic American
8.8 Great +1.4 Compare

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What are the best alternatives to Balladz?
The top alternatives to Balladz in 2026 include Leaves of Grass, The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson, The Wild Iris, New and Selected Poems by Mary Oliver, frank: sonnets. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Balladz compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Balladz scores 7.4/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Balladz worth it in 2026?
Balladz scores 7.4/10 in the Poetry Collection category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to Balladz?
Several alternatives to Balladz offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Balladz?
Common reasons users look for Balladz alternatives include pricing, specific feature gaps, better integration needs, or simply exploring newer options. Our objective scoring helps you compare without bias.
How many alternatives to Balladz are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Balladz in the Poetry Collection category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Balladz alternative has the highest rating?
Leaves of Grass currently holds the highest rating among Balladz alternatives with a score of 9.2/10.
Can I use Leaves of Grass instead of Balladz?
Leaves of Grass is one of the top-rated alternatives to Balladz. While they serve similar purposes in the Poetry Collection space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Balladz?
Pricing varies among Balladz alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Poetry Collection category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Balladz alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
Balladz vs Leaves of Grass: which is better?
Balladz scores 7.4/10 while Leaves of Grass scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Balladz vs The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson: which is better?
Balladz scores 7.4/10 while The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Balladz vs The Wild Iris: which is better?
Balladz scores 7.4/10 while The Wild Iris scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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