Giovanni's extensive contributions during the Black Arts Movement tackled important issues like civil rights atrocities, showcasing her role in addressing the struggles of Black Americans through poetry.
Reflecting on her motivations, Giovanni expressed, "My dream was not to publish or to even be a writer: my dream was to discover something no one else had thought of..." highlighting her innovative spirit.
Describing her early career challenges, Giovanni shared, "I had no money; no patience with stupid jobs; no talent that could be sold... I ended up self-publishing my first books because no one was much interested in a Black girl writing what was called 'militant' poetry."
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