I Am Wings
| Company type | Book |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founded | 1994 |
| Founder | Ralph Fletcher |
| Products | Young adult poetry collection |
| Website | ralphfletcher |
I Am Wings: Poems About Love is a collection of young adult poetry authored by Ralph Fletcher, initially released in 1994 through Atheneum. The volume earned distinction as one of the top selections of 1994 by the School Library Journal.
Summary
Comprising thirty-one free verse poems centered on the theme of love, the book is organized into two parts: "Falling In" and "Falling Out." The narrative voice is that of a young male, charting the course of a romantic relationship from its inception in "First Look" to its conclusion in "Seeds."
Reception
Nancy Vasilakis, writing for Horn Book Magazine, commended the poems for their accessibility to early adolescents and their appeal to those who may be reluctant readers. Patti Sylvester Spencer from The Book Report emphasized Fletcher's effective use of metaphors that resonate with contemporary youth and his engagement with pertinent themes. Judy Greenfield of the School Library Journal praised the collection for its original imagery and avoidance of overused expressions. Susan Helper, in Reading Today, lauded Fletcher’s sensitive depiction of adolescent emotional growth and transformation. Rachel E. Schwedt and Janice DeLong, authors of Young Adult Poetry, regarded the poems as skillfully crafted works that are likely to stimulate enthusiastic discussion and inspire creative writing among young adults.