From Maya Angelou to Nayyirah Waheed these poets transform us with their power.
6. Warsan Shire
Born: August 1, 1988
Latest work: “Penguin Modern Poets 3: Your Family, Your Body”
7. Keyaira Kelly
Born: August 8
Latest work: “I Wish My Mango Would Ripen”
8. Alexandra Elle
Born: July 25
Latest work: “Neon Soul: A Collection of Poetry and Prose”
10. Donna Kate Rushin
Latest work: “The Black Back-Ups”
11. Nayyirah Waheed
Latest work: “Nejma”
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