Joyce Carol Thomas | |
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Born | Ponca City, Oklahoma | May 25, 1938
Died | August 13, 2016 Stanford, California | (aged 78)
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Language | English |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | San Jose State University Stanford University |
Notable works | Marked by Fire Bright Shadow Brown Honey in Broomwheat Tea The Blacker the Berry |
Notable awards | National Book Award (1983) American Book Award |
Joyce Carol Thomas (May 25, 1938 – August 13, 2016)[1] was an African-American poet, playwright, motivational speaker, and author of more than 30 children's books.