Richard Thomas, author portrait

Richard Thomas

Richard Thomas is an award-winning writer whose work has appeared in more than 100 publications. Nominated for five Pushcart Prizes, he is the author of the novels Disintegration and Transubstantiate, as well as two short story collections, Herniated Roots and Staring into the Abyss. Thomas lives with his family in the Chicago area.

Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – MIDDLE SCHOOL BLACK HISTORY –

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