Books by Langston Hughes

3 books · Ages 4–12

Langston Hughes writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, exploring themes of joy & gratitude, love & family, self-confidence & identity.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Cover of My People
My People
Langston Hughes
For families seeking to celebrate Black beauty, heritage, and identity through powerful poetry and captivating photograp
Ages 5–12

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
Carol of the Brown King
The Dream Keeper
My People
Ages 8–11
3 books
Carol of the Brown King
The Dream Keeper
My People
Ages 12–18
1 books
My People

Common Themes

Joy & GratitudeLove & FamilySelf-Confidence & IdentityCultural IdentityCuriosity & WonderJustice & FairnessLoneliness & BelongingEmpathy & Kindness

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