This Is Not A Small Voice: Poems by Black Poets (pre-order)

Publishes 11th September 2025

A beautiful, bold and moving collection of 100 poems by Black poets for the whole family to treasure. Discover classic favourites and new stars in a book that belongs on every child’s bookshelf. This gorgeously-illustrated children’s anthology makes the perfect introduction to poets such as Lucille Clifton, Langston Hughes, Benjamin Zephaniah, Gwendolyn Brooks, Maya Angelou, Amanda Gorman, Caleb Femi and Joseph Coelho.

It also features brand new work from celebrated writers such as Nikki Grimes and Carole Boston Weatherford. Compiled by award-winning picture book writer and editor Traci N. Todd, this collection touches a wide range of themes – hope and struggle, joy and pride, home and food, music and family.

Each poem is perfectly paired with vibrant, heartfelt illustrations from Jade Orlando. This is a gift book to cherish – a brilliant tribute to the rich literary history and bright future of Black writing.

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