"Annie Allen" is actually the title of a book written by Gwendolyn Brooks, who was the first African American to win the Pulitzer Prize. Published in 1949, "Annie Allen" is a collection of poems that tell the story of a young Black girl growing up in Chicago and her experiences as she navigates through life, love, and the complexities of society. The book is a powerful exploration of race, identity, and womanhood, and it solidified Brooks' reputation as one of the most important poets in American literature.