"Hopkins' signature lyrical style draws the reader into The Shape of a Tulip Bird . Within its pages he tells the story of a couple who lose a baby to miscarriage and then lose each other in their grief. With simple yet stunning accessibility he takes us on their journey and leaves us hopeful even as we wipe tears away. For anyone who has lost a child, their family members, or mental health professionals who work with those who have, this is a must-read." Rachael Ikins, poet & author of Eating the Sun and award-winning Just Two Girls.