The Collected Poems of Lucille Clifton, 1965-2010

Poetry that tells stories about life in a very relatable way.

I do not always find poetry easy to read but Lucille Clifton's poetry is for everybody. Her poems do not why away from uncomfortable topics. She is sometimes funny and other times sorrowful.  "Wishes for sons" and "homage to my hips" are two of my favorites of hers. Listening to her read them, and reading them aloud yourself is powerful.