Rupi Kaur

Awards & Honours

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Rupi Kaur's achievements are remarkable for a poet in the digital age. Her debut collection milk and honey has sold over 11 million copies, an extraordinary number for a poetry book, and has been translated into 43 languages. She has topped the New York Times bestseller list with two of her three collections, a feat few poets have accomplished. Her influence extends beyond print: she has been named to BBC's 100 Women list and received an Elle Impact Award, recognizing her cultural impact. These honors reflect her ability to connect with a global audience and bring poetry to the mainstream.

AwardsRupi Kaur has received several honors for her literary work, including recognition from the BBC and Elle. She was named one of BBC's 100 Women in 2017 and received the Elle Impact Award. Her debut collection 'milk and honey' was a Goodreads Choice Award winner for Poetry in 2015.

Honours & Distinctions

BBC 100 Women

BBC·2017

Listed as one of the 100 inspiring and influential women from around the world.

Elle Impact Award

Elle·2017

Recognized for her impact on contemporary culture and literature.

Rankings & Lists

Most Influential People on the Internet

TIME·2017

Magazine Covers

Elle Canada

2017-06-01

Rupi Kaur: The Poet of a Generation

Records & Feats

First poet to have a book on the New York Times bestseller list for over 100 weeks

Career Milestone·2015

milk and honey spent over 100 weeks on the list, a rare feat for a poetry collection.