My Mama Named Me Tomorrow
Paperback
Publisher: Youth Writer
Published: Sep 23 2025
Pages: 34
Weight: 0.10
Height: 0.07 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
My Mama Named Me Tomorrow, the debut chapbook of youth poet Damani A. Berry (also known as Bermuda), is a bold collection that blends personal history with social critique. These poems look closely at identity, responsibility, society, and legacy, weaving in themes of manhood, peace, justice, and resilience. From reflecting on the meaning of action and integrity, to questioning wealth, war, and America's promises, Damani writes with conviction and urgency. His voice carries both the intimacy of family and gratitude, and the wide lens of global awareness, challenging readers to think beyond themselves. Thoughtful and unflinching, My Mama Named Me Tomorrow shows how poetry can start conversations about the past we inherit and the future we create.
Developed through Youth Writers' Camp (Summer 2025), this initiative gives young people the tools to share their voices and experiences through creative writing. The program emphasizes social-emotional learning, self-expression, and community building, making it valuable for both youth and adults. Suitable for middle-grade readers and up, Youth Writers' Camp projects connect naturally to classroom and youth-program discussions about creativity, resilience, and the power of storytelling.
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