I Make Promises Before I Dream By Tongo Eisen-Martin (Grades 7-9)

Tongo Eisen-Martin is a California born poet and recipient of the 2018 American Book Award, the California Book Award, among other awards. He grew up in a revolutionary family, has taught at detention centers, including San Quentin, and extends his revolutionary practice into his writing. His most recent book, 2021's Blood on the Fog, was published by the famed San Francisco press City Lights.