A slideshow highlights five prominent poets. National Poetry Month was initiated by the Academy of American Poets in April 1996 as a way to honor the integral role of writers in society, such as activist and poet Amanda Gorman. “Gorman has made a name for herself as an American poet and activist. Known for her poems about Black identity and feminism,” News Staffer Abigail Holloway wrote. “Gorman garnered international fame in 2021 when she read her poem ‘The Hill We Climb’ during the 2021 inauguration of former United States President Joe Biden.” Graphics by Abigail Holloway, illustrations by Kimberly Sanabria-Amaya
News Staffer Abigail Holloway highlights five prominent poets in honor of National Poetry Month.
