Sheree Renée Thomas

State: Tennessee

A Memphis native now living in Tennessee, Sheree Renée Thomas is an award-winning writer, editor, and publisher in speculative fiction and poetry. She was named editor of The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction in 2020 and has won the World Fantasy Award for her anthology work. Author of short stories and poetry collections, she brings diverse voices and Afrofuturist perspectives to the genre. Thomas is known for integrating historical context, folklore, and social issues into her speculative narratives. As an advocate for inclusive storytelling, she mentors emerging writers and contributes to platforms discussing the breadth of Black speculative literature. Her media-ready presence and editorial accomplishments have earned her a revered reputation within Tennessee’s literary and speculative communities.

Genres: Fantasy, Poetry, Science Fiction

Audiences: Adult