05/28/2026
Jacqueline Thomas is an award-winning, national best-selling author of 105 novels spanning romance, suspense, women's fiction, and inspirational genres. Since her debut in 1998, she has built a prolific and enduring career, earning numerous accolades, including two EMMA Awards, the Romance in Color Reviewers Award, the Atlanta Choice Award, and a NAACP Image Award nomination. In 2000, her novel Hidden Blessings was adapted into a film, expanding her work to new audiences. In 2024, she received the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for her volunteer service.
In addition to her writing career, Thomas is a counselor specializing in addiction and clinical and mental health. She also hosts writing bootcamps aboard cruise ships and in local communities, mentoring aspiring authors. Known for crafting emotionally rich stories centered on love, resilience and second chances, she continues to captivate readers with her heartfelt storytelling and compelling characters.
Don't miss her appearance at Respect For Life Bookstore on June 20, 2026 at 4 pm.