Lucille Clifton

Everett Anderson has a difficult time coming to terms with his grief after his father dies.

Chronicles, in verse, the month-to-month activities of seven-year-old Everett Anderson throughout the seasons of the year.

Relates, in verse, the excitement and joy of a young boy anticipating as well as celebrating Christmas in the city.

Featuring contributions from an award-winning, bestselling group of Black voices, past and present, this powerful poetry anthology elicits vital conversations about race, belonging, history and faith to highlight Black joy and pain.