Jas Hammonds

Jas Hammonds is an award-winning author of young adult fiction exploring Black identity, queerness, and belonging. Her debut novel, "We Deserve Monuments," received critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of a queer Black teenager navigating family secrets in a small Southern town. Her second novel, "Thirsty," continues her commitment to centering authentic Black queer voices in contemporary YA literature. Hammonds's work is celebrated for its lyrical prose, emotional depth, and unflinching examination of complex family dynamics. She writes stories that affirm the lives and experiences of marginalized youth, creating space for readers who rarely see themselves reflected in literature.