Kwame Alexander
Kwame Alexander is a poet, educator, and the New York Times bestselling author of more than 35 books, including The Crossover --winner of the Newbery Medal--and Becoming Muhammad Ali, co-authored with James Patterson. Known for his engaging and inspiring style, Alexander's work spans children's literature, poetry, and motivational writing. His upcoming book, SayYes (April 2025), is a transformative manifesto inspired by his renowned commencement speech, offering readers actionable wisdom on...See more
Kwame Alexander is a poet, educator, and the New York Times bestselling author of more than 35 books, including The Crossover --winner of the Newbery Medal--and Becoming Muhammad Ali, co-authored with James Patterson. Known for his engaging and inspiring style, Alexander's work spans children's literature, poetry, and motivational writing. His upcoming book, SayYes (April 2025), is a transformative manifesto inspired by his renowned commencement speech, offering readers actionable wisdom on perseverance, passion, and the art of embracing life's possibilities. A celebrated speaker and advocate for literacy, Alexander travels the globe inspiring audiences of all ages to discover the power of words. He is also the creator of VERSIFY, an imprint aimed at providing a platform for diverse and dynamic storytelling. See less
