David A. Anderson
@crackedwriter.bsky.social
Writer. 2021 YA Watty winner. An avowed cynic with an optimistic streak. Queer. Bi-Polar. Funny dude. Can't decide which is more absurd: This world, or his life?
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After 5 years of hair-greying editing and endless redrafts, The Drowners goes on sale today. It won't be a best-seller, but if it can help some poor soul through dark times, then it will be a success. #TheDrowners #YA #Books #Friendship #MentalHealth
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Massive thanks to the wonderful Macy for her perceptive review. I truly appreciate it! #books #author #TheDrowners #LGBTQIA+ #mentalhealth #YA
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The Drowners: Going Back to Teenage Life
Aaron Anderson is a witty 15-year-old who is trying to figure out secondary school, and life in general. The Drowners took me back to my high school days right from the get-go.
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Massive thanks to the wonderful Macy for her perceptive review. I truly appreciate it! #books #author #TheDrowners #LGBTQIA+ #mentalhealth #YA
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Thanks to Isaiah from MIbookreviews for their insightful review!! #books #author #TheDrowners #LGBTQIA+ #mental-health #YA
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The Drowners
“For Aaron, this world is an unfathomable puzzle. Haunted by disturbing dreams, he drifts through empty days, shielding himself behind sarcasm and cynical wit. After being expelled, he sees an oppo…
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September 26, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Thanks to Isaiah from MIbookreviews for their insightful review!! #books #author #TheDrowners #LGBTQIA+ #mental-health #YA
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September Updates (and a Giveaway!) from @MaryLanniReads
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🏳️🌈To celebrate #PrideMonth why not read the 2021 Watty award-winning novel #TheDrowners. A compelling, beautifully messy story about growing up, falling in love, and finding yourself. #Books #LGBTQIA #pridemonth2025 #YA #MHA #Memoir
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June 3, 2025 at 11:48 AM
🏳️🌈To celebrate #PrideMonth why not read the 2021 Watty award-winning novel #TheDrowners. A compelling, beautifully messy story about growing up, falling in love, and finding yourself. #Books #LGBTQIA #pridemonth2025 #YA #MHA #Memoir
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All The Meat You Will Eat
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At Leaf Bound Review, we're more than just reviews; we're a community. We support authors at every stage, including our own reviewers! Check out "All The Meat You Will Eat" by one of our team – a quirky children's book that showcases the creative spirit we value. www.amazon.com/All-Meat-You...
A huge thanks to Ricky @leafboundreview.bsky.social for this wonderful review #books #author #TheDrowners #LGBTQIA+ #mental-health #YA
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The Drowners
The Drowners is a coming-of-age novel about Aaron, a young man who lives in Ireland in the 90s. The book is his journey exploring his sexual...
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June 3, 2025 at 11:13 AM
A huge thanks to Ricky @leafboundreview.bsky.social for this wonderful review #books #author #TheDrowners #LGBTQIA+ #mental-health #YA
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May 15, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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The Drowners by David A. Anderson – A messy, beautiful story about growing up, figuring things out, & finding your way back to yourself. ~ 4✨~ 💙📚
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May 3, 2025 at 5:15 AM
The Drowners by David A. Anderson – A messy, beautiful story about growing up, figuring things out, & finding your way back to yourself. ~ 4✨~ 💙📚
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Thanks to the wonderful Jeyran Main for this lovely review
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The Drowners by David A. Anderson (Book Review #2040)
A Journey of Self-Acceptance and Love in The Drowners David A. Anderson’s The Drowners is a compelling and heart-wrenching exploration of a young man’s journey toward self-acceptance an…
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May 2, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Thanks to the wonderful Jeyran Main for this lovely review
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An interview with the guys from The Indie View #Books #TheDrowners #TheIndieView
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IndieView with David A Anderson, author of The Drowners |
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An interview with the guys from The Indie View #Books #TheDrowners #TheIndieView
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My father finally lost his battle with cancer, today. Rest easy, dad.
"I'll sleep better knowing my good friend is watching over me."
"I'll sleep better knowing my good friend is watching over me."
April 10, 2025 at 7:52 PM
My father finally lost his battle with cancer, today. Rest easy, dad.
"I'll sleep better knowing my good friend is watching over me."
"I'll sleep better knowing my good friend is watching over me."
My dad passed away this afternoon. He both encouraged, and believed, in my writing career. I think this review is a perfect tribute to him. Thank you @ejbookblog.bsky.social #writer #writinglife #BookSky #writingcommunity #lgbtqia
April 10, 2025 at 7:40 PM
My dad passed away this afternoon. He both encouraged, and believed, in my writing career. I think this review is a perfect tribute to him. Thank you @ejbookblog.bsky.social #writer #writinglife #BookSky #writingcommunity #lgbtqia
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Queer ARC Book Review & Recommendation: The Drowners by David A. Anderson
I cannot recommend this book enough! I absolutely loved it.
“I’ve got trust issues. And I’d sooner chow down on used urinal cakes than indulge in small talk.”
I cannot recommend this book enough! I absolutely loved it.
“I’ve got trust issues. And I’d sooner chow down on used urinal cakes than indulge in small talk.”
April 10, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Queer ARC Book Review & Recommendation: The Drowners by David A. Anderson
I cannot recommend this book enough! I absolutely loved it.
“I’ve got trust issues. And I’d sooner chow down on used urinal cakes than indulge in small talk.”
I cannot recommend this book enough! I absolutely loved it.
“I’ve got trust issues. And I’d sooner chow down on used urinal cakes than indulge in small talk.”
My very first attempt at a trailer. Got some heavy 70s paranoid thriller vibes going on in the middle and a touch of Wild At Heart at the finale. a.co/d/gFhCf84
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#TheDrowners #books #Writers #bookworm #booklover #lgbtqfiction #YA #mentalhealth
April 4, 2025 at 7:48 PM
My very first attempt at a trailer. Got some heavy 70s paranoid thriller vibes going on in the middle and a touch of Wild At Heart at the finale. a.co/d/gFhCf84
#TheDrowners #books #Writers #bookworm #booklover #lgbtqfiction #YA #mentalhealth
#TheDrowners #books #Writers #bookworm #booklover #lgbtqfiction #YA #mentalhealth
Woke up this morning and the Amazon ranking for The Drowners had jumped 1.3million spots, which can only mean one thing: I've sold my very first copy. Relieved. Excited. And humbled that someone would pay for my words. 😊 #WritingCommunity #TheDrowners #books #booklovers #BOOKERS #YA #lgbtqia
April 2, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Woke up this morning and the Amazon ranking for The Drowners had jumped 1.3million spots, which can only mean one thing: I've sold my very first copy. Relieved. Excited. And humbled that someone would pay for my words. 😊 #WritingCommunity #TheDrowners #books #booklovers #BOOKERS #YA #lgbtqia
A massive thanks to the wonderful Andrea & Sloan @coffeetimeromance.bsky.social for pulling out all the stops to make this interview happen. I truly appreciate all your hard work and effort.
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Interview with David A. Anderson
Award-winning author David A. Anderson took some time this week to answer a few questions about his debut novel, The Drowners.
Tell us a little about your YA
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A massive thanks to the wonderful Andrea & Sloan @coffeetimeromance.bsky.social for pulling out all the stops to make this interview happen. I truly appreciate all your hard work and effort.
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Brand new cover for The Drowners. Hope it makes a splash(Sorry! 13 years sober today, I'm in a punny humor.) #Memoir #Books #TheDrowners #writing #WritingCommunity #booklovers #LGBTQIA
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March 26, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Brand new cover for The Drowners. Hope it makes a splash(Sorry! 13 years sober today, I'm in a punny humor.) #Memoir #Books #TheDrowners #writing #WritingCommunity #booklovers #LGBTQIA
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13 years sober today to the day. 14 months since my last cigarette. Words are my drug of choice. It's a beautiful addiction. #author #TheDrowners #Fightingthegoodfight #Books #WritingCommunity
March 26, 2025 at 7:27 PM
13 years sober today to the day. 14 months since my last cigarette. Words are my drug of choice. It's a beautiful addiction. #author #TheDrowners #Fightingthegoodfight #Books #WritingCommunity
My heartfelt thanks to all those who put time, effort, and care into reviewing #TheDrowners I owe you all a massive debt of gratitude for your generosity ❤️ #books #booklovers #reviewers
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For Aaron, this world is an unfathomable puzzle. Haunte…
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March 22, 2025 at 8:31 PM
My heartfelt thanks to all those who put time, effort, and care into reviewing #TheDrowners I owe you all a massive debt of gratitude for your generosity ❤️ #books #booklovers #reviewers
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New Release Review: #TheDrowners by David A. Anderson lovebytesreviews.com/2025/03/19/n...
New Release Review: The Drowners by David A. Anderson - Love Bytes Reviews
Reviewed by Cheryl TITLE: The Drowners AUTHOR: David A. Anderson PUBLISHER: Whipsnade Publishing LENGTH: 613 kb RELEASE DATE: March 18,
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You'd think reading about all the writers on here having success would depress me, but I love seeing someone make their dream come true. Plus, it also fills me hope that maybe my day will come. Go writers! Wishing you all the luck in the world. #DreamsCanComeTrue #TheDrowners #WritingCommunity #Book
March 21, 2025 at 10:09 PM
You'd think reading about all the writers on here having success would depress me, but I love seeing someone make their dream come true. Plus, it also fills me hope that maybe my day will come. Go writers! Wishing you all the luck in the world. #DreamsCanComeTrue #TheDrowners #WritingCommunity #Book
To publicists offering their services. I know you gotta eat, but I haven't had a hot shower in 9 months. Broadband is my monthly luxury. Call me naïve but I intend selling my book by garnering good reviews and it being a fine read #TheDrowners #AwardWinner #WritersLife #Books #StarvingArtist #Belief
March 21, 2025 at 9:28 PM
To publicists offering their services. I know you gotta eat, but I haven't had a hot shower in 9 months. Broadband is my monthly luxury. Call me naïve but I intend selling my book by garnering good reviews and it being a fine read #TheDrowners #AwardWinner #WritersLife #Books #StarvingArtist #Belief
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What's it like for me living in my intersex body every minute of every day? Here's the answer. It's not necessarily pretty, but it's something people need to know. #intersex #biology #lgbtq #ltbtqia #substack #intersexion #requiredreading chrismarnone.substack.com/p/body-aware...
March 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM
What's it like for me living in my intersex body every minute of every day? Here's the answer. It's not necessarily pretty, but it's something people need to know. #intersex #biology #lgbtq #ltbtqia #substack #intersexion #requiredreading chrismarnone.substack.com/p/body-aware...
I want to apologize for yesterdays whining about 0 book sales and being Bi-polar. Every day, children are diagnosed with terminal illnesses. People are homeless. Millions starve. Refugees flee war-torn countries. By contrast, I'm blessed. And, an idiot to boot. #RealWorldProblems #TheDrowners #Idiot
March 20, 2025 at 4:47 PM
I want to apologize for yesterdays whining about 0 book sales and being Bi-polar. Every day, children are diagnosed with terminal illnesses. People are homeless. Millions starve. Refugees flee war-torn countries. By contrast, I'm blessed. And, an idiot to boot. #RealWorldProblems #TheDrowners #Idiot