Maya Angelou published a total of six poetry collections throughout her lifetime. These works include:
- Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water ‘fore I Diiie (1971)
- And Still I Rise (1978)
- Shake Loose My Skin (1990)
- Renascence (1993)
- A Brave and Startling Truth (1995)
- Phenomenal Woman: Four Poems Celebrating Women (1995)
In addition to these collections, Angelou also published individual poems and contributed to various anthologies. Her poetry often reflects her experiences as an African American woman, her struggles, and her triumphs, resonating with readers around the world.