Thomas King

Guelph, Ontario

Thomas King is a bestselling and award-winning writer whose work has brought Indigenous concerns to the forefront of Canadian society and challenged readers to re-examine Western approaches to history.

Through his signature humour and masterful storytelling, King draws readers into difficult conversations related to colonization, racism, environmental degradation, and historical and ongoing injustices against Indigenous people in North America. The Inconvenient Indian: A Curious Account of Native People in North America, one of his best-known works, uses fierce intelligence and razor-sharp wit to expose the centuries-long efforts to undermine Indigeneity itself in an effort to justify the theft of Indigenous land and the erasure of Indigenous cultures, languages, histories, and identities.

A trailblazer, King moves seamlessly through genres, educating and entertaining audiences through literary fiction, non-fiction and poetry, as well as through radio, film, and television. His distinguished writing and teaching careers have inspired new generations of Indigenous authors, storytellers, and educators.

Through his writing, teaching, and advocacy, King has broken down stereotypes and centred Indigenous voices and experiences. His work is an invaluable contribution towards a deeper conversation about reconciliation and a more just and equitable future for Indigenous people in Canada.