"Annie Allen" is a poetry collection written by Gwendolyn Brooks, the first African American to win the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1950. The collection was published in 1949 and explores the life and experiences of a Black woman named Annie Allen, from childhood to adulthood. Through the poems, Brooks delves into themes of identity, gender, race, and the African American experience in mid-20th century America. The work is considered a classic of American literature and showcases Brooks' talent for portraying the struggles and triumphs of Black life with depth and insight.