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 ...

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 ...

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 ...