Books by Benjamin Zephaniah

A powerfully moving and beautiful picture book about the voyage of HMT Empire Windrush from national treasure, Benjamin Zephaniah.

Windrush Child, a captivating book penned by the renowned author Benjamin Zephaniah, takes the reader on an unforgettable journey. Published by Scholastic in 2020, this remarkable piece of literature belongs to a genre that transcends boundaries, making it a must-read for any avid reader. Zephaniah, with his unique storytelling style, immerses the reader in a world that's both fascinating and thought-provoking. The book, despite being published recently, has already made a significant impact in the literary world, thanks to Scholastic's wide reach. Dive into the world of Windrush Child and experience the magic of Zephaniah's writing. This book is a testament to his literary prowess and is sure to leave a lasting impression. Don't miss out on this masterpiece!

A joyful celebration of nature and the wonder of the world around us by legendary poet and performer Benjamin Zephaniah, one of The Times' top 50 British post-war writers.

A novel about the gangsta rap music scene and three young boys who are caught up in it from the hugely popular Benjamin Zepahaniah.

The stunning autobiography of the poet, writer, lyricist and activist, Benjamin Zephaniah.

Tells how a young man adapts to facial disfigurement after a joy-riding car accident.

Wanna be in our gang?We cause Peace,Fighters fear us,On de streetsThe very first ground-breaking children's poetry collection from street poet Benjamin Zephaniah. Playful, clever and provocative, this is performance poetry on the page at its very best.

'My name is Jackson Jones. I stood and watched a teacher die. For the first time in my life I felt real shock. I didn't panic, I just froze ... My whole body actually went numb. They say the brain is like a computer - well, my computer crashed.'

A novel for young adults about the complex issue of refugees.

Written by award-winning author, poet and performer Benjamin Zephaniah, this modern story follows Jaden's first few weeks at his new secondary school. As two rival groups of boys both befriend Jaden, the pressure mounts - who will he choose and does he really want to be part of a gang?

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Everything is going Martin's way. The holidays have started, he's got a gorgeous girlfriend and everyone agrees he's the coolest dancer around. But when his world is turned upside down by a crash in a stolen car, he has to come to terms with more than his facial injuries.

The story of three boys who aren't easy. Who don't fit in. Who know what they want. When Ray and his friends are permanently excluded from school, their headmaster gives them a final chance. Within weeks they form a rap group and within months they sign a record deal. As competition from a rival group intensifies the gangsta style gets mixed up with real gangster action. An accessible read with a hard-hitting plot which 'leaves the reader no choice but to be drawn in' - particularly reluctant boy readers. Perfect for exploring different kinds of speech, language and the poetry of rap.

Too Black Too Strong is Benjamin Zephaniah's third collection from Bloodaxe. It addresses the struggles of black Britain more forcefully than all his previous books. He opens this hard-hitting and blackly funny book of poems with an outspoken comment on where he's coming from, setting his poetry against the political landscape of Britain.

A brand new brilliant collection from the ground-breaking poet, Benjamin Zephaniah. His verse explores people and places, cultures, nationalities and tribes. Includes poems about Inuits, Celts, the history of Britain, Maories, the Dalai Lama, the North and South Poles, and much more - a real tour of the world.

Propa Propaganda was Benjamin Zephaniah's second collection from Bloodaxe. First published in 1996, it includes some of his classic poems, such as 'I Have a Scheme', 'The Death of Joy Gardner', 'White Comedy' and 'The Angry Black Poet'.

City Psalms was Benjamin Zephaniah's first collection from Bloodaxe back in 1992. It includes some of his best-known poems, including 'Dis Poetry', 'Money' and 'Us and Dem'.