FEATURED NATIVE AMERICAN Authors

Tommy Orange

Tommy Orange is an American author and writer from Oakland, California, and a citizen of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma. His first novel, "There There," was an immediate hit, earning him the 2019 American Book Award and making it on the New York Times Bestseller list. Through his writing, Orange aims to represent Native people while expanding the range of what it means to be Native. In addition to "There There," Orange has published numerous short stories in reputable magazines.

Tommy Orange

Creation fuels Native American culture. And showcasing individuals who keep Native history, tradition, and spirit alive through art allows others to feel represented and celebrated. 


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