Just Kids

A raw, intimate, and beautifully written memoir, Just Kids follows musician and poet Patti Smith’s deep bond with photographer Robert Mapplethorpe as they grow from struggling young artists into icons. Set in 1960s–70s New York, the book captures their poverty, ambition, artistic awakening, and unbreakable connection. Emotional, atmospheric, and unforgettable, this memoir is a tribute to love, art, and the courage it takes to become who you are.