R. Eric Thomas Books in Order

Helena Andrews-Dyer and R. Eric Thomas trace Maxine Waters's path from childhood in St. Louis to public service and Congress. The illustrated biography explores her political battles, personal style, and reputation for challenging powerful figures while advocating for marginalized communities.

When Linus announces he is moving away, his best friend Harrison plans an elaborate farewell across Baltimore. Their final day together becomes an adventure in friendship, identity, and growing independence as the two Black queer teenagers confront an uncertain future.

Returning to Baltimore forces R. Eric Thomas to reconsider the life he thought he had left behind. Through personal essays about awkward reunions, domestic surprises, and unexpected upheaval, he examines belonging, changing expectations, and the challenge of beginning again.

R. Eric Thomas explores growing up Black, gay, and Christian through humorous personal essays. Recollections of school, church, college, internet notoriety, and political reporting examine the search for belonging, self-acceptance, and hope amid unsettling change.