The contemporary landscape of poetry by black men is one of the most exciting in the literary world, and this collection by Joshua Bennett is yet another contribution to this growing body of sharp, incisive, emotive work. I devoured this from start to finish, and I'm incredibly excited to see the reaction of the general public to such a powerful voice.

This compilation of modern poetry is *magnificent*. I adored everything about it. Numerous poems pay homage to various things and locations, such as the durag, the plastic on your grandmother's couch, the school bus, and the barbershop. The compilation, which weaves together photographs, tales, and recollections about friends, family, growing up, and politics after Ferguson and after 2016, is a tribute to blackness in America. These poems are filled with passion, heart, and soul. Because it's so clear, it sounds foolish to say it, but Joshua Bennett is a master of language. I was disappointed when I finished reading since I could have continued to sit in his thoughts all day.

If you are a poetry lover, I highly recommend this brilliant book to you! Anything Joshua Bennett is kind enough to share with us in the future is something I'll read.