#1
Months on List: 1
A poetic celebration of joy, resilience, and the beauty of being alive, exploring Black identity, mental health, love, and the fleeting moments that shape our lives.
We Alive, Beloved: Poems
by Frederick Joseph • Row House Publishing (June 18, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#2
Months on List: 2
This poetry collection takes readers on a poignant journey of goodbyes, the unforgivable, and secret treks to find peace under the moonlight.
A Midnight Moon
by R.h. Sin • Andrews Mcmeel Publishing (May 14, 2024) • 2 Months on List
#3
Months on List: 6
In r.h Sin's <em>This Day is Dark</em>, a poignant collection of poetry and prose unfolds an 18-year journey of love and heartbreak, revealing the tragic cost of mistaking red flags for passion.
This Day Is Dark
by R.h. Sin • Andrews Mcmeel Publishing (August 22, 2023) • 6 Months on List
#4
Months on List: 6
In his second major poetry collection, <em>Flowers on the Moon,</em> social media sensation Billy Chapata offers a poignant blend of advice and experience on love, loss, and resilience, aiming to inspire hope, growth, and self-acceptance in readers through his insightful prose and poetry.
Flowers On The Moon
by Billy Chapata • Andrews Mcmeel Publishing (October 20, 2020) • 6 Months on List
#5
Months on List: 6
In <em>You Are Only Just Beginning</em>, bestselling author Morgan Harper Nichols encourages readers to explore future adventures and self-belief through her inspiring collection of illustrated poetry.
You Are Only Just Beginning: Lessons For The Journey Ahead
by Morgan Harper Nichols • Zondervan (February 14, 2023) • 6 Months on List
#6
Months on List: 6
In this special gift edition, Amanda Gorman's historic and inspiring poem <em>The Hill We Climb,</em> read at President Joe Biden's inauguration, presents a message of unity and healing, complete with an enduring foreword by Oprah Winfrey - a compelling memento of the promise of America and the power of poetry.
The Hill We Climb: An Inaugural Poem For The Country
by Amanda Gorman • Viking (March 30, 2021) • 6 Months on List
#7
Months on List: 6
In this powerful poetic testament from bestselling author r.h. Sin, women choose to rise above their pain and loneliness, showcasing their courage and ultimate triumph.
She’s Strong, But She’s Tired: Volume 3
by R.h. Sin • Andrews Mcmeel Publishing (September 22, 2020) • 6 Months on List
#8
Months on List: 6
In her luminous poetry collection <em>Call Us What We Carry,</em> #1 New York Times bestselling author Amanda Gorman masterfully weaves a lyrical tapestry of history, language, and identity, transforming the collective grief of a global pandemic into a beacon of hope and healing.
Call Us What We Carry: Poems
by Amanda Gorman • Viking (January 23, 2024) • 6 Months on List
#9
Months on List: 1
<em>Citizen</em> is a bold exploration of racism's micro-aggressions in daily life and media, highlighting its impact on individuals and society in our so-called post-race era, through a blend of essays, images, and poetry.
Citizen: An American Lyric
by Claudia Rankine • Graywolf Press (October 7, 2014) • 1 Months on List
#10
Months on List: 1
<em>Maya Angelou: The Complete Poetry</em> is an all-inclusive anthology of the renowned poet's work, embodying her reflections on African American life, womanhood, and peace, serving as a timeless testament to her profound influence on literature and activism.
The Complete Poetry
by Maya Angelou • Random House (March 31, 2015) • 1 Months on List
#11
Months on List: 6
In his latest collection, <em>Velvet Dragonflies,</em> renowned poet Billy Chapata guides readers on a heartfelt journey of self-discovery and acceptance, using evocative poetry to explore the evolving softness of deep self-respect.
Velvet Dragonflies
by Billy Chapata • Andrews Mcmeel Publishing (November 8, 2022) • 6 Months on List
#12
Months on List: 1
In this emotionally potent collection of poems, Hanif Abdurraqib explores self-reconstruction after heartbreak, the impact of a mother's death, the intricacies of forgiveness, and the intersecting complexities of personal and collective histories, drawing on eclectic cultural references to reflect on the myriad of possibilities life presents.
A Fortune For Your Disaster
by Hanif Abdurraqib • Tin House Books (September 3, 2019) • 1 Months on List
#13
Months on List: 6
This is a poetry collection that explores themes of history, language, identity, and erasure, while also addressing the collective grief of a global pandemic, presented in a variety of inventive styles and structures.
Call Us What We Carry: Poems
by Amanda Gorman • Viking (December 7, 2021) • 6 Months on List
#14
Months on List: 6
This work is a poetic exploration of the experiences of individuals who have been unjustly stereotyped and limited within society.
A Beautiful Composition Of Broken
by R.h. Sin • Andrews Mcmeel Publishing (July 25, 2017) • 6 Months on List
#15
Months on List: 6
In the final installment of his celebrated HER series, social media influencer and poet Pierre Alex Jeanty offers a collection of empowering poems aimed at helping women transform their insecurities into confidence, heartbreak into healing, and self-doubt into determination, beautifully encapsulating the highs and lows of relationships and the journey towards self-love.
Her. Vol. 3
by Pierre Alex Jeanty • Andrews Mcmeel Publishing (April 4, 2023) • 6 Months on List
#16
Months on List: 1
A poetry collection blending cosmic wonder with earthly realities, exploring love, loss, and the human experience through sci-fi imagery and personal reflection.
Life On Mars: Poems
by Tracy K. Smith • Graywolf Press (May 10, 2011) • 1 Months on List
#17
Months on List: 5
The collection presents a poetic journey of fatherhood, exploring the ways personal and historical influences shape our lives, and looking at the world anew through a child's eyes, amid a backdrop of social and political unrest.
Above Ground
by Clint Smith • Little, Brown And Company (March 28, 2023) • 5 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 2
In <em>This is the Honey,</em> edited by acclaimed author Kwame Alexander, a powerful anthology of poetry from renowned Black poets captivates readers with stirring reflections on hope, love, heritage, and resistance—a compelling exploration of resilient joy and essential reading for any language lover.
This Is The Honey: An Anthology Of Contemporary Black Poets
by Kwame Alexander • Little, Brown And Company (January 30, 2024) • 2 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 6
A heartfelt poetry collection capturing the joys, struggles, and resilience of life through Maya Angelou’s powerful and lyrical voice.
Poems: Just Give Me A Cool Drink Of Water ’fore I Diiie/oh Pray My Wings Are Gonna Fit Me Well/and Still I Rise/shaker, Why Don’t You Sing?
by Maya Angelou • Bantam (January 1, 1996) • 6 Months on List
#20
Months on List: 6
In this revised edition of <em>Whiskey, Words, and a Shovel, Vol. 1</em>, a powerful poetry collection explores the journey of self-love amidst heartbreak and the struggle to find a healthy relationship, inspired by the author's muse and partner, Samantha King.
Whiskey Words & A Shovel I
by R.h. Sin • Andrews Mcmeel Publishing (May 2, 2017) • 6 Months on List
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