Happy birthday Marilyn Nelson! Born April 26, Marilyn Nelson is an award-winning children’s and young adult poet, author, and professor. Here are just a few of her award winning books:
365 Black Books Brian Gilmore Saturday
Brian G. Gilmore is a poet, writer, and professor. He is the author of five books:
365 Black Books Etheridge Knight Sunday
Born April 19, 1931, Etheridge Knight was a powerful poet during the Black Arts movement. He passed away in 1991. Here are a few of his notable works:
365 Black Books Tracy K. Smith Thursday
Happy birthday Tracy K. Smith! Celebrating her birthday April 16, Tracy K. Smith is Pulitzer Award Winner and the 22nd Poet Laureate of the United States. Here are a few of her notable works.
365 Black Books Jericho Brown Wednesday
Belated birthday Jericho Brown! Born April 14, Jericho Brown is an award winning poet and author. Some of his award winning works are:
365 Black Books James Monroe Whitfield Friday
Born April 10, 1822, James Monroe Whitfield was an influential African American poet and activist born in Exeter, New Hampshire. He was known for his poem, America
365 Black Books Douglas Kearney Tuesday
I continue to recognize poets during April is Poetry month. Today’s poet is Douglas Kearney, poet, performer, and librettist. He was a 2021 National Book Award for Poetry finalist for his book, Sho. Other works by Douglas Kearney:
365 Black Books Maya Angelou Saturday
Happy heavenly birthday Dr. Maya Angelou! Born April 4, Dr. Angelou was a poet, activist, professor and more. Her iconic/classic poem, “Still I Rise”, is as relevant today as it was when it was first written and published.
365 Black Books Poetry Friday
In honor of April is Poetry month, here are just a few poetry books for and by children and young adults. Happy reading!
365 Black Books Kalamu ya Salaam Tuesday
Happy birthday Kalamu ya Salaam! He celebrates his 79th birthday today! Kalamu ya Salaam is a poet, author, filmmaker, and teacher from the 9th Ward of New Orleans. A well-known activist and social critic, Salaam has spoken out on a number of racial and human rights issues. Here are a few of his works:
The CamaraIfe Maktaba 