american poets

Examines the life and works of poet Paul Laurence Dunbar.

The award-winning poet explores the disintegration of her marriage and her renewed commitment to herself, interweaving snapshots of a life with meditations on secrets, anger, forgiveness, and narrative itself and revealing how, in the aftermath of loss, we can discover our power and make something beautiful.

American novelist and poet Patricia Lockwood describes her life, including her upbringing in a household led by her unusual Catholic priest father as well as the time spent living in her parents' home with her husband after a decade of living on their own.

"Describes the life and career of poet Amanda Gorman and the influence she has had"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the life and career of writer Langston Hughes.

"Emily Dickinson is revered as one of America's greatest and most original poets. Quiet Fire presents the life and art of Dickinson through the poet's own letters and poems"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a lyrical picture-book biography about nineteenth-century writer and master gardener Celia Thaxton, who created beauty in a harsh island habitat that was visited by literary and artistic luminaries of her time.

Whether writing for herself or speaking to the nation, Amanda Gorman shares her powerful voice. She also helps others speak about what matters most to them. Find out what drives the first National Youth Poet Laureate and the youngest inaugural poet.

"Celebrates the life of the jazz poet [Langston Hughes], and details his impact on African American culture during the 1920's and 1930's"--OCLC.

Presents a short biography of poet and author Nikki Grimes.