James Lincoln Collier (born June 29, 1928) is an American journalist, professional musician, jazz commentator, and author.
He and his brother Christopher Collier, a history professor, together wrote several works of fiction for children and young adults.
He and his son Geoffrey Lincoln Collier together published various works on jazz theory.
Journal Article Publications with son, Geoffrey Collier For children and young adults In July 2014, Collier stirred controversy when his article "Nigger in the White House" was published in WestView News, a West Village newspaper.
The article is critical of perceived racism in the far-right's opposition to President Barack Obama.