Coretta Scott King Winners for Kids

Gwendolyn Brooks (1917–2000) is known for her poems about “real life.” She wrote about love, loneliness, family, and poverty—showing readers how just about anything could become a beautiful poem. This pictue-book biography follows Gwendolyn from early girlhood into her adult life, showcasing her desire to write poetry from a very young age. It explores the intersections of race, gender, and the ubiquitous poverty of the Great Depression—all...