He later published his autobiography along with poems, thus being one of the first African-American poets to have written an autobiography.

Horton was the first black southern author and the first African-American poet to produce a volume in more than half a century.

The recordings of her programs include a significant collection of African-American poets.

Dunbar became the first African-American poet to earn nation-wide distinction and acceptance.

But in the summer, Ms. Nelson is trying to provide all the money needed so that the colony will then be reserved for African-American poets.

Jay Wright (born 1935) is an African-American poet, playwright, and essayist.

Amanda Johnston (1977 - ) is an African-American poet.

African-American poets have also garnered attention.

Jupiter Hammon has a poem printed, becoming the first published African-American poet.