This Is Not A Small Voice: Poems by Black Poets
This Is Not A Small Voice: Poems by Black Poets is a children's anthology of 100 poems, paired with illustrations by Jade Orlando. Its selection brings classic and contemporary Black poets together across themes including hope, struggle, joy, pride, home, food, music and family.
At a glance
- A collection of 100 poems by Black poets, selected by picture-book writer and editor Traci N. Todd.
- Pairs each poem with illustrations by Jade Orlando.
- Features classic and contemporary writers, including Langston Hughes, Maya Angelou, Benjamin Zephaniah, Amanda Gorman, Caleb Femi and Joseph Coelho.
- Themes range from hope and struggle to home, food, music and family.
Reference price: £20.00
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The broad selection offers a single-volume introduction to poets across generations.
- Illustrations accompany the poems, making the book suited to shared reading as well as independent browsing.
- The stated reading age is 7 years and up.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Nosy Crow Ltd |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 11 Sept. 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 128 pages |
| Reading age | 7 years and up |
| ISBN-10 | 1805132644 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1805132646 |
| Dimensions | 24.7 x 1.8 x 27.5 cm |
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| Weight listed | 1.01 kg |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for an illustrated poetry anthology to read together.
- Readers seeking a children's collection centred on Black poets and literary voices.
- A gift choice for a child interested in poetry, illustration or varied themes such as music and family.
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Frequently asked questions
How many poems are included?
The listing describes a collection of 100 poems.
What age is the book listed for?
The stated reading age is 7 years and up.
Who compiled and illustrated the collection?
It was compiled by Traci N. Todd and illustrated by Jade Orlando.
What themes does the anthology cover?
The listing names hope, struggle, joy, pride, home, food, music and family among its themes.
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