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a semi-autobiographical collection of poems detailing Renée Watson experiences growing up as a young Black girl at the intersections of race, class, and gender.

Using a variety of poetic forms, from haiku to free verse, Watson shares recollections of her childhood in Portland, tender odes to the Black women in her life, and urgent calls for Black girls to step into their power. She has plumbed very intimate memories and experiences to write what is essentially a love letter to Black girls on the often-difficult path to womanhood.

Perfect for fans of other memoir poetry collect ions like Shout by Laurie Halse Anderson or Black Girl, Call Home by Jasmine Mans, BLACK GIRL YOU ARE ATLASencourages young readers to embrace their future with a strong sense of sisterhood and celebration.