Tyrone Gethers, a seasoned educator for more than two decades, has made it his life’s mission to uplift voices that too often go unheard. Raised in a household where education was a cornerstone, ...

Paul Laurence Dunbar, who wrote during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, is credited as one of the first influential Black poets in America. A graduate of Howard University, he was ...

In the summer of 1971, eight hundred pupils went on strike in Stepney, demanding that their teacher, Chris Searle, be reinstated after the school fired him for publishing a book of their poetry. At a ...

This article will delve into some of the most famous Black poems, exploring the works of past and present poets, how these poems became famous, and their impact on literature and society.

Poetry isn't as scary as you think. These 14 collections of poems tackle everything from grief and race to family and love.

The podcast, which won the 2024 Black Podcasting Award for best literary podcast, stands in that gap providing a crucial platform for Black writers to get exposure.

LitKidz allows kids to pick out a free book every month from The Bottom's selection, which highlights Black writers.

If gatekeeping and a concentration of power remain critical barriers in publishing, progress for Black writers will always be temporary. Black industry figures explain why.

Josh Malerman of "Bird Box" fame and acclaimed novelist Bonnie Jo Campbell will discuss their work and Michigan's influence at the free event.

Enhance every aspect of your life alongside sporting role models, discover the vast and beautiful poetry of the universe, enjoy a sun-drenched romance in the spectacular city of Rome, and find out ...

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite books by Black authors that were written to help us heal from the inside out, strengthen our relationships and inspire the next generation.

Appreciating poetry doesn't have to take a lot of time. As these moving short poems prove, you can work poetry into your daily life.