by Katelyn Brown (Illustrator), W. J. Lofton (Author)
A Garden for Black Boys invites the reader into a world where tough questions are unpacked and answers are presented raw, extremely intimate, and containing a breath of their own. Each poem applauds the humanity of black people, that is often overlooked in America. Inspired by tragedy, the continual shootings of unarmed black men and women, the author labors out a rallying cry that not only wreaks of grief but determined hope; a possibility to see a better tomorrow. Make no mistake, A Garden for Black Boys is as much a riot song as it is a hymn calling for healing
Author Biography
W.J. Lofton is an artist, poet, and activist residing in Atlanta, Georgia. A Garden for Black Boys is his sophomore collection, continuing his campaign on healing and equity for black people. He is also the author of These Flowers were held by Broken Vases, published in 2016. He is a Chicago native and hopes to leave a legacy centered on activism and art.