KINGSTON, Jamaica - Jamaica’s newly appointed Poet Laureate, Professor Kwame Dawes, plans to celebrate and promote the art of poetry throughout the island during his tenure. Custos Rotulorum for ...

After a few days, the memory coalesced into a poem in my mind. Caribbean Sunrise We weren’t supposed to be there We didn’t ...

His work contributed significantly to the literary landscape of the 20th century, creating a bridge between the Caribbean and African-American experiences. McKay’s poetry is an essential part of ...