Melodies of the Weary Blues: Classic Poems Illustrated for Young People
by Langston Hughes, Illustrated by Oge Mora, Frank Morrison, Janelle Washington, and Others
HarperCollins (Jan 20, 2026)
Fiction, Hardcover, 48 pages
Target Age Group: Early Reader
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Description of Melodies of the Weary Blues: Classic Poems Illustrated for Young People by Langston Hughes
A gorgeously illustrated centennial of Langston Hughes’ first book of poetry, The Weary Blues, this picture book includes select poems paired with vibrant artwork by more than twenty talented Black illustrators, including award-winners Oge Mora, Frank Morrison, Janelle Washington, and more!
Brought to new life by lively illustrations on every page, Melodies of The Weary Blues introduces Langston Hughes’ intimate reflections on the Black experience in America to young readers in a fresh and approachable way. Featuring poems like “Dream Variation,” “Winter Moon,” and “The Negro Speaks of Rivers,” Hughes’ still resonant words shine like never before for readers everywhere.
Includes an introduction by the editor, Shamar Knight-Justice, Langston Hughes’ biography and timeline of life, and biographies of all the contributors.

Additional Book Information:
- ISBN: 9780063327054
- Imprint: HarperCollins
- Publisher: HarperCollins
- Parent Company: News Corp