Dr. Ebony Thomas

Biography

Ebony Elizabeth Thomas is a Professor and the Chair of the Joint Program in English Education at the University of Michigan’s Marsal Family School of Education. She is a published author known for her work on race and representation in children's and young adult literature, including her notable books 'Dark Fantastic: Race Imagination Harry Potter Hunger Games' and 'Harry Potter Race, Justice, Difference in the Wizarding World'. She received numerous accolades for her work, including the World Fantasy Award and the Children’s Literature Association Book Award. Thomas has been actively involved in enhancing the perspective of young adult literature, co-editing significant volumes such as 'Restorying Young Adult Literature' and working as a reviewer for prominent publications. She has also served in various educational roles, including being a judge for the National Book Award in Young People's Literature and a Postdoctoral Fellow at the National Academy of Education/Spencer Foundation. Her research focuses on the intersections of language, literacy, and culture in education, particularly in digital environments during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thomas continues to contribute to the field as a principal investigator in projects studying discourse practices and facilitating online discussions in diverse educational settings.

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