Joyce Carol Thomas
Joyce Carol Thomas | |
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| Born | May 25, 1938 Ponca City, Oklahoma |
| Died | August 13, 2016 (aged 78) Stanford, California |
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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) was an African-American poet, playwright, motivational speaker, and author of more than 30 children's books.