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Sheree Renée Thomas, Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki, and Zelda Knight
Sheree Renée Thomas, Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki, and Zelda Knight MULTIPLE Sheree Renée Thomas, Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki, and Zelda Knight are accomplished authors renowned for their contributions ...
Zelda Lockhart
Zelda Lockhart 0000000053635692 Zelda Lockhart, Associate Professor of Creative Writing and African American Literature at North Carolina Central University, is a distinguished author and educator. K...
Doris Payne and Zelda Lockhart
Doris Payne and Zelda Lockhart MULTIPLE "Doris Payne, a renowned jewel thief, & Zelda Lockhart, an acclaimed author, come together to create compelling narratives. Their distinct experiences offer a ...
Etheridge Knight
Etheridge Knight 0000000066439498 Etheridge Knight, born on April 19, 1931, was a renowned poet who began writing while incarcerated and published his notable collection, Poems from Prison, in 1968. ...
Keith Knight
Keith Knight 0000000036407698 “Well, you know… cats have better representation in the comics than Black people.” Keith Knight, a Boston-born cartoonist, is recognized for his unique...
Faith Knight
Faith Knight NONE Faith Knight also writes under the pen names FM Knight and Tanzy Kohl. She writes contemporary and historical fiction for adults and teens. Faith Knight is an author, wife, and moth...
Amber Ren
Amber Ren NONE Amber Ren is a skilled visual development artist, known for her expertise in background paint, color styling, and illustrating children's books. Amber Ren is a visual development artis...
Piri Thomas
Piri Thomas 0000000362962312 Piri Thomas, born in 1928 to Puerto Rican and Cuban parents, overcame racial discrimination and a troubled past in New York to become an influential figure in the Nuyoric...
Tom Knight
Tom Knight 0000000356443698 After an enjoyable stint as a graphic designer, Tom Knight is now proud to be using his imagination as a full-time career. Drawing on a long and abiding love of imagery f...
Etan Thomas
Etan Thomas 0000000044387420 Etan Thomas, born 1978, is more than an athlete. Known as “The Activist Athlete”, this former NBA player has turned his focus to a successful literary career, mentoring, ...
Clarence Thomas
Clarence Thomas 0000000121205943 Clarence Thomas, born in 1948, is an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, nominated by President G. H. W. Bush. He succeeded Thurgood Marshall in 1991, becomi...
Salome Thomas-El
Salome Thomas-El NONE Salome Thomas-EL, born in Philadelphia, has been a transformative teacher and chess coach since 1987, leading his students to become Eight-Time National Chess Champions. He hold...
Sheree Renée Thomas
Sheree Renée Thomas 0000000019174343 Sheree R. Thomas is a multi-talented writer, editor, publisher, educator, and visual artist. She co-publishes the literary journal Anansi and founded Wanganegress...
Shamar Knight-Justice
Shamar Knight-Justice NONE Atlanta-based illustrator, Shamar Knight-Justice, is inspired by his elementary school students' stories and personalities. When not creating art or serving as school princ...
Donald Davenport
Donald Davenport NONE Donald Davenport, a dedicated minister and recipient of numerous awards, served as Senior Pastor for 21 years and contributed substantially to the Evangelical Covenant Church. A...
Donald Molosi
Donald Molosi NONE Donald Molosi is a celebrated actor and playwright with degrees in Performance Studies, Classical Acting, and Political Science and Theatre. He starred in 'A United Kingdom,' portr...
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Donald Goldsmith
Neil deGrasse Tyson and Donald Goldsmith MULTIPLE Neil deGrasse Tyson and Donald Goldsmith are renowned authors, with Tyson being a celebrated astrophysicist and Goldsmith an acclaimed astronomy writ...
Donald Bogle
Donald Bogle 0000000118749640 Donald Bogle, a renowned author known for his studies on Black representation in American cinema and television, has penned multiple acclaimed books including a biograph...
Ed McBain, Walter Mosley and Donald E. Westlake
Ed McBain, Walter Mosley and Donald E. Westlake MULTIPLE Ed McBain, Walter Mosley, and Donald E. Westlake are renowned authors known for their influential works in mystery and crime fiction. Ed McBai...
Donald Crews
Donald Crews 0000000073626339 Donald Crews is a celebrated children's author, known for Caldecott Honor Books like Freight Train and Truck. Living in New York's Hudson River Valley with wife Ann Jona...
Donald Franklin Joyce
Donald Franklin Joyce NONE Donald Franklin Joyce, born Nov 4, 1938, is an esteemed academic library administrator, historian, and consultant. Holding a master's degree and a PhD, he is a member of va...
Thomas Sowell
Thomas Sowell 0000000121208618 Thomas Sowell is an esteemed economist, author, and political philosopher, with education from Harvard, Columbia, and Chicago Universities. He's taught at several unive...
Wanda Thomas
Wanda Thomas 0000000074200639 Wanda L. Thomas, a New York-born author and CEO of a Medical Transcribing business, holds a BA in Biology and Pre-Medical Studies. She founded JCW Enterprises, a childre...
Frank A. Thomas
Frank A. Thomas NONE Frank A. Thomas is a professor at Christian Theological Seminary and CEO of Hope For Life International. He served as senior pastor in Illinois and Tennessee. Thomas holds multip...
Thomas Long
Thomas Long 0000000376122955 Thomas Long, a self-published poet from Baltimore, transitioned to urban fiction, reflecting his experiences growing up in the inner city. His debut novel, Dayvon’s Story...
Sheree Renee Thomas, Pan Morrigan, Troy L. Wiggins
Sheree Renee Thomas, Pan Morrigan, Troy L. Wiggins MULTIPLE Sheree Renée Thomas, Pan Morrigan, and Troy L. Wiggins are accomplished authors, renowned for their unique storytelling and creative works ...
Renée Watson
Renée Watson 0000000060818307 Renée Watson, acclaimed author of young adult and children's literature, uses art to help youth deal with trauma and discuss social issues. Known for her book “This Side...
Shaniqka Thomas
Shaniqka Thomas NONE Shaniqka Thomas is a trustworthy individual known for keeping secrets and offering non-judgmental advice. Her animated personality and genuine approachability have fueled her pas...
Greg Thomas
Greg Thomas 0000000055234489 Greg Thomas is an esteemed jazz writer, editor, educator, and broadcaster. With works published in numerous publications, he was the founding Editor-in-Chief of Harlem Wo...
Eliza Knight and Denny S. Bryce
Eliza Knight and Denny S. Bryce MULTIPLE Eliza Knight and Denny S. Bryce
Donald Goines
Donald Goines 0000000080237403 Donald Goines (December 15, 1936 – October 21, 1974) was a writer of urban fiction. Goines was born in Detroit, Michigan. His parents were a middle-class Afri...
Pamela Thomas-Graham
Pamela Thomas-Graham 0000000120062776 Pamela Thomas-Graham, a Harvard graduate, is currently the president and CEO of CNBC Television, and founder of luxury blog Dandelion Chandelier. She has extensi...
Angie Thomas
Angie Thomas 0000000486125057 Angie Thomas, a Mississippi-based author, gained fame with her debut novel 'The Hate U Give'. Inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, the novel was a #1 New York Ti...
Joseph Earl Thomas
Joseph Earl Thomas NONE Joseph Earl Thomas is an author known for his unique and poignant storytelling. His first major work, Sink: A Memoir, published in 2022, explores his challenging upbringing i...
Etan Thomas and Nick Chiles
Etan Thomas and Nick Chiles MULTIPLE Etan Thomas and Nick Chiles are co-authors with diverse backgrounds. Thomas is a former NBA player and activist, while Chiles is an award-winning journalist and b...
Thomas Sayers Ellis
Thomas Sayers Ellis 0000000052292843 AALBC Mourns Thomas Sayers Ellis Passing July 17, 2025 Thomas Sayers Ellis is a poet, photographer, and educator. He co-founded the Dark Room Collective, promoting...
Thomas A. Stockett
Thomas A. Stockett NONE Thomas A. Stockett was a renowned illustrator and political cartoonist at the Afro-American newspaper for over 50 years, creating impactful art pieces like his 1960 cartoon on...
Bettye Collier-Thomas
Bettye Collier-Thomas 0000000122788183 Dr. Bettye Collier-Thomas is professor of American history at Temple University. Her scholarship includes American social and cultural history, African American...
Michael Thomas
Michael Thomas 0000000459097580 Michael Thomas, a Boston native, has diverse experiences as a cab driver, carpenter, restaurateur, and filmmaker. An alumnus of Hunter and Warren Wilson College, he is...
Joyce Carol Thomas
Joyce Carol Thomas 0000000377888506 Joyce Carol Thomas is an award-winning author known globally for her novels and picture books. She received the National Book Award for 'Marked By Fire' and multip...
Sandra Kitt and Jacquelin Thomas
Sandra Kitt and Jacquelin Thomas MULTIPLE Sandra Kitt and Jacquelin Thomas are renowned authors known for their engaging narratives and compelling characters. They have both made significant contribu...
Truth Thomas
Truth Thomas NONE Truth Thomas, born in Knoxville and raised in Washington DC, is an award-winning poet and singer-songwriter. He has authored four poetry collections including Speak Water, winner of...
ReShonda Tate Billingsley, Jacquelin Thomas, J.D. Mason, and Sandra Kitt
ReShonda Tate Billingsley, Jacquelin Thomas, J.D. Mason, and Sandra Kitt MULTIPLE ReShonda Tate Billingsley, Jacquelin Thomas, J.D. Mason, and Sandra Kitt are renowned authors, known for their compel...
Elombe Brath and Thomas Aiello
Elombe Brath and Thomas Aiello MULTIPLE Elombe Brath and Thomas Aiello are renowned authors known for their significant contributions in literature. Their works reflect their deep understanding and u...
Brenda L. Thomas, Tu-Shonda L. Whitaker, and Crystal Lacey Winslow
Brenda L. Thomas, Tu-Shonda L. Whitaker, and Crystal Lacey Winslow MULTIPLE Brenda L. Thomas, Tu-Shonda L. Whitaker, and Crystal Lacey Winslow are established authors known for their impactful storyt...
Victor McGlothin, Earl Sewell, and Phillip Thomas Duck
Victor McGlothin, Earl Sewell, and Phillip Thomas Duck MULTIPLE Victor McGlothin, Earl Sewell, and Phillip Thomas Duck are renowned authors, each bringing unique storytelling styles that captivate au...
Jacquelin Thomas and Corey Miles
Jacquelin Thomas and Corey Miles MULTIPLE Jacquelin Thomas and Corey Miles are renowned authors known for their captivating writing style. Their distinguished careers and contribution to literature h...
Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon
Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon MULTIPLE Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Y...
Brenda L. Thomas, Crystal Lacey Winslow, Rochelle Alers, and ReShonda Tate Billingsley
Brenda L. Thomas, Crystal Lacey Winslow, Rochelle Alers, and ReShonda Tate Billingsley MULTIPLE Brenda L. Thomas, Crystal Lacey Winslow, Rochelle Alers, and ReShonda Tate Billingsley are acclaimed au...
Victoria Christopher Murray, Jacquelin Thomas, S. James Guitard, Maurice Gray, Terrance Johnson, and Patricia Haley
Victoria Christopher Murray, Jacquelin Thomas, S. James Guitard, Maurice Gray, Terrance Johnson, and Patricia Haley MULTIPLE "Victoria Christopher Murray, Jacquelin Thomas, S. James Guitard, Maurice ...
Ladena Renwick-Tilley with Jacquelin Thomas
Ladena Renwick-Tilley with Jacquelin Thomas MULTIPLE Ladena Renwick-Tilley and Jacquelin Thomas are renowned authors known for their creative storytelling and in-depth character development. Their wo...
Eric M. Cooper
Eric M. Cooper NONE Eric Mann Cooper is a New Jersey-based Sci-Fi/Superhero author known for his Knight Seeker series set in the modern Tri-State area. He recently started a new series, Star Enforcer...
Abiola Bello
Abiola Bello NONE Abiola Bello is a Nigerian-British, prize-winning and bestselling youth author born and raised in Stoke Newington, North London. She is known for the fantasy middle-grade series Em...
Teresita Martinez-Vergne and Franklin W. Knight
Teresita Martinez-Vergne and Franklin W. Knight MULTIPLE Sure, I'd be happy to help. However, it seems you've forgotten to provide the author's bio. Could you please provide it?
Renée Allen McCoy
Renée Allen McCoy NONE Renée Allen McCoy, a South Carolina native, now resides in Mississippi. She authors a newsletter and a devotional blog, and has written seven books to date. Her work aims to e...
Tommie Thomas
Tommie Thomas NONE Tommie Lee Thomas, a determined individual of Cherokee Indian and African descent, overcame poverty and adversity to become a retired employee of Ford Motor Company, the City of De...
Thomas Glave
Thomas Glave NONE Bronx-born author Thomas Glave, educated at Bowdoin College and Brown University, is recognized for his contribution to LGBT literature. A Fulbright Scholar, he co-founded Jamaica's...
C. Michelle Atkins, Dannielle Brown, Amanda Garcia, Nisha, Lori Obayomi, Lisa McGovern, Stephanie Thomas, Tracee Upteen, and Elona Washington
C. Michelle Atkins, Dannielle Brown, Amanda Garcia, Nisha, Lori Obayomi, Lisa McGovern, Stephanie Thomas, Tracee Upteen, and Elona Washington MULTIPLE C. Michelle Atkins, Dannielle Brown, Amanda Garc...
Velma Maia Thomas
Velma Maia Thomas NONE Velma Maia Thomas is an award-winning author known for her nonfiction books on African American history. She is also the creator of the Black Holocaust Exhibit. With degrees fr...
Joy Thomas Moore
Joy Thomas Moore NONE Joy Thomas Moore is a Peabody Award-winning media consultant and CEO of JWS Media Consulting. She has an extensive background in media, philanthropy, and education, including a ...
Thomas Sankara
Thomas Sankara 0000000109098487 “There is no true social revolution without the liberation of women.” Thomas Sankara, born in 1949, was a central figure in Burkina Faso's democratic revolu...
Kitt Thomas
Kitt Thomas NONE Katelan “Kitt” Thomas is a Lucian-American author-illustrator and graduate of Ringling College of Art and Design. She uses her art to celebrate Black culture and promote inclusion. K...
Lawrence Deron Thomas
Lawrence Deron Thomas NONE Lawrence Deron Thomas, a Bay Area native, was inspired by his parents to pursue strength, courage, and success. After a brief stint as a rapper, he found his passion for wr...
Marian L. Thomas
Marian L. Thomas NONE Marian L. Thomas, an award-winning author, is known for her five captivating novels. Her works have been featured on networks such as Oprah Winfrey Network and A&E, and she has ...
Brenda L. Thomas
Brenda L. Thomas 0000000038393998 Brenda L. Thomas, a Philadelphia-based marketing professional, has extensive experience in the basketball industry. Formerly with IBM and AND 1, she also founded Adm...
Wanda Y. Thomas, Barbara Keaton, and Giselle Carmichael
Wanda Y. Thomas, Barbara Keaton, and Giselle Carmichael MULTIPLE "Wanda Y. Thomas, Barbara Keaton, and Giselle Carmichael are acclaimed authors known for their captivating narratives and compelling...
Brian W. Smith and Keith Thomas Walker
Brian W. Smith and Keith Thomas Walker MULTIPLE Brian W. Smith and Keith Thomas Walker are acclaimed authors, renowned for their engaging narratives. Smith's work delves into life's complexities, whi...
L.H. Stallings and Greg Thomas
L.H. Stallings and Greg Thomas MULTIPLE L.H. Stallings and Greg Thomas are renowned authors, recognized for their extensive contributions in literature. Their work is distinguished for its depth and ...
Jamel K. Thomas-Joyce and Teresa Kemp
Jamel K. Thomas-Joyce and Teresa Kemp MULTIPLE Jamel K. Thomas-Joyce and Teresa Kemp are renowned authors known for their expertise in diverse fields. Their works combine rich experiences and unique ...
Kimberlé Crenshaw, Neil Gotanda, Garry Peller, and Kendall Thomas
Kimberlé Crenshaw, Neil Gotanda, Garry Peller, and Kendall Thomas MULTIPLE Kimberlé Crenshaw, Neil Gotanda, Gary Peller, and Kendall Thomas are esteemed law professors at UCLA, Columbia School of La...
Thomas C. Battle and Donna Marcia Wells
Thomas C. Battle and Donna Marcia Wells MULTIPLE Thomas C. Battle and Donna Marcia Wells are renowned editors known for their collaboration on works of John Hope Franklin. Their expertise enriches Fr...
Deesha Philyaw and Michael D. Thomas
Deesha Philyaw and Michael D. Thomas MULTIPLE Deesha Philyaw and Michael D. Thomas are prominent authors known for their profound contributions to literature. Their works often explore complex themes...
T. Thomas Fortune
T. Thomas Fortune 0000000108971715 “The Black Radical You Never Heard Of.” Timothy Thomas Fortune (born October 3, 1856 in Marianna, Florida; died June 2, 1928, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) was a lead...
Phillip Thomas Duck
Phillip Thomas Duck NONE Phillip Thomas Duck is a distinguished author known for his debut, Playing With Destiny, and YA novels, Dirty Jersey and Dirty South, both recognized as Quick Picks for Reluc...
Thomas Aiello
Thomas Aiello 0000000065418150 Thomas Aiello is a history and African American studies professor at Valdosta State University, Georgia. He has authored books on artistic activism, cultural history of...
Jacquelin Thomas
Jacquelin Thomas NONE Award-winning author Jacquelin Thomas has published over 50 titles across romance, women’s fiction, inspirational, and young adult genres. She's received multiple awards includi...
Alretha Thomas
Alretha Thomas NONE Alretha Thomas is an acclaimed author & playwright who began writing at age 10. A standout in high school speech competitions, she pursued journalism at USC. Her unique storytelli...
Lorenzo Thomas
Lorenzo Thomas 0000000051283785 Lorenzo Thomas was a poet whose work was deeply tied to BAM’s literary and political sensibilities. Lorenzo Thomas (August 31, 1944 – July 4, 2005) was a poet wh...
Mariah Thomas
Mariah Thomas NONE Mariah Thomas is a Brooklyn-based writer with a journalism background. She aims to inspire positive reflection on life, relationships, and the complexities of modern womanhood. Mar...
Trisha R. Thomas
Trisha R. Thomas 0000000019527831 Trisha R. Thomas, an award-winning author of literary fiction and former Language Arts teacher, is recognized for her outstanding work by the NAACP and the Black Wri...
Charlene Thomas
Charlene Thomas NONE Charlene Thomas writes books about the world we live in, inspired by her experiences growing up in Montgomery County, MD. Charlene Thomas was sixteen when she wrote a manuscript ...
Thomas Mauceri
Thomas Mauceri NONE Thomas Mauceri is a renowned author known for his exemplary storytelling and captivating narratives. With a rich body of work that spans across genres, Mauceri continues to enthra...
Jonathan Tremaine Thomas
Jonathan Tremaine Thomas NONE Jonathan Tremaine Thomas is the founder and president of Civil Righteousness, a nonprofit movement committed to reconciliation and restorative justice through spiritual...
Porsche Thomas
Porsche Thomas NONE Porsche Thomas is a Brooklyn‐born multi‐hyphenate with a dynamic career spanning modeling, television, comedy, and writing. She’s graced catwalks for Vogue, appeared in campaigns...
Lillian McEwen
Lillian McEwen NONE Lillian McEwen, a retired Justice, served in multiple legal roles in Washington, D.C. Her memoir, “D.C. Unmasked & Undressed,” offers a candid look into her personal life, includi...