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Danny Goodman
@ddouglasgoody.bsky.social
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writer, editor, lover of maps, editorial cats' personal photographer. debut novel, AMERIKALAND (leftover books), out now. kindness is the new punk rock.

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Enjoy this bi/queer book today and every day. #writing #authorsky #booksky
September 24, 2025 at 12:49 AM
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Come out to Francis Kite Club tonight for The Tipsy Bee Author Spelling Bee & Book Fair! 🐝📚

(I’ll have signed copies of AMERIKALAND for sale! 🫶🏻) @bkbookfest.bsky.social

brooklynbookfestival.org/event/tipsy-...
A collage for an event featuring headshots of Elyse Graham, Olivia Wolfgang-Smith, Danny Goodman, Erin Crosby Eckstine, Abraham Yu-Young Chang, Jakob Guanzon, and Hyesseung Song.
September 18, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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At the center, always.
#writing #authorsky #booksky #writingcommunity
A social media post by Danny Goodman discusses how writing in the morning makes the rest of the day more manageable and emphasizes the importance of prioritizing writing.
September 10, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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Skydiving on a Monday. #writing #authorsky #booksky #writingcommunity
A social media post by Danny Goodman describes the anxiety of writing a new book, comparing it to skydiving—terrifying before the jump but reassuring once its done. The post is dated September 6, 2025.
September 8, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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#USOpen special! To celebrate my favorite time of year in NYC, Amerikaland is 40% off throughout the tournament.

Use code USOPEN25 and share—game, set, match! 🎾💛

dannygoodman.me/store/p/amer...
August 30, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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To celebrate the start of this year’s #usopen, I hope you enjoy this excerpt from my debut novel, AMERIKALAND.
🎾🔥🫶🏻

open.substack.com/pub/ddouglas...

#authorsky #booksky #writing @leftoverbooks.bsky.social
A crowded tennis stadium with a match in progress under a partially covered roof, overlaid with text about an excerpt from AMERIKALAND.
August 22, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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Yeah, I did eat Walmart shrimp, why?
image of Pepé, the most wonderful muppet. He is a King Prawn, okay?!
August 19, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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Did you know AMERIKALAND is available as an ebook? Well, it is! 📱📖 #booksky #authorsky #writingcommunity

@bookshop.org: bookshop.org/a/96980/9798...

Apple Books:
books.apple.com/us/book/amer...

@barnesandnoble.com:
www.barnesandnoble.com/w/amerikalan...

Kindle:
www.amazon.com/Amerikaland-...
The image features a book cover and an e-reader displaying the same cover design. The book, standing upright, is titled "AMERIKALAND" by Danny Goodman. The cover artwork is stylized, depicting an abstract city skyline in shades of blue with a prominent bridge spanning across the scene. Above the skyline, the sky is illustrated with orange and yellow flame-like shapes. The e-reader, to the right and slightly overlapping, also shows the identical cover design. Below the cityscape, the author's name is prominently displayed in white against a teal background.
July 11, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Y’all know me. Know how I earn a livin’. I’ll write this bird for you, but it ain’t gonna be easy.

#Jaws50 #writing #authorsky
The image is a drawing from the movie JAWS and features a minimalist, white outline of a stylized shark on a dark gray background. The shark is depicted with its mouth wide open, revealing jagged teeth, and has a large circular eye. Inside the shark’s mouth, there is a simplistic figure of a person. Across the shark and the person, bold red text overlays the image, reading “My Novel” and “Me.” The background is plain, allowing the white outline and text to stand out prominently.
July 11, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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That W(riting) life.

#writing #authorsky #writingcommunity #wnba
The image depicts a dynamic scene from a WNBA game. Kelsey Plum is being held in the air by teammate Rickea Jackson. Plum is off the ground, with one leg bent, suggesting a playful struggle. In the background, there are people on the sidelines, some wearing blue clothing and others blurred out, showing expressions of interest or reaction to the gameplay. The text "me" is overlaid on Plum, while "my novel" is written on Jackson.
July 2, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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Coco! 🎾🔥
Coco Gauff sits on a clay court, covering her mouth with one hand, appearing emotional after winning the French Open.
June 7, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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I can't believe it has been a year since AMERIKALAND made its way into the world. It has been an incredible experience, made all the more wonderful by everyone who has supported me & this book, lifted us up time & time again. I cannot thank you enough. Love y'all so much. 🫶🏻📚⚾🎾🏳️‍🌈🔥
#authorsky #booksky
The image shows the author outdoors, smiling widely, and holding up a book titled "Amerikaland" by Danny Goodman. The individual is wearing black-rimmed glasses and a blue shirt. They have short dark hair and facial hair. The book cover features a stylized city skyline with flames above it, depicted in shades of blue, orange, and green against a red background. In the background, out-of-focus greenery suggests a garden or park-like setting with bright, diffused light. The image features the cover of a book titled "Amerikaland" against a backdrop of the Brooklyn Bridge. The bridge, captured from a central perspective, extends into the distance with cables converging towards an American flag in the center. The city skyline of New York is visible on the left. The book cover has an orange sky with stylized flame-like patterns at the top, a blue silhouette of city buildings, and a depiction of a bridge crossing a river. The book cover includes the title "AMERIKALAND" in white uppercase letters at the top, and "A Novel" in cursive font below. The author, Danny Goodman, is mentioned at the bottom in white uppercase letters, along with a quote from Daniel Torday. At the lower section of the image, text in bold black font reads, "On Sale 6/4/24." A logo for Leftover Books is at the bottom left corner. The image features the author holding a book titled "AMERIKALAND" in front of a serene body of water during sunset. The book cover has an illustration of vivid orange flames rising above a cityscape silhouette in blue, with a bridge in the foreground. The background showcases a soft, glowing sunset with a bright sun near the horizon, creating a warm and relaxing ambiance. The person holding the book is wearing a dark watch with a tattoo below it. A happy group of people pose together in a bookstore, each holding up a copy of AMERIKALAND, surrounded by shelves filled with books.
June 4, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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#writing morning

#authorsky #writingcommunity
Newman from Seinfeld in a postal uniform driving a vehicle. Kramer speaks emphatically. Text overlay reads, "You said write what I know, so I'm writing what I know." The tone is humorous and assertive.
June 1, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Excited to support Jennifer Kabat and her brilliant book, NIGHTSHINING, (@milkweededitions.bsky.social) tonight at The Common Good in Ellenville, NY!

If you're in the #HudsonValley or #Catskills area, come on by! 📚 #booksky #authorsky #writingcommunity

www.thecommongoodny.com/events/autho...
Event poster featuring photos of Jennifer Kabat and Danny Goodman, with event details for "Nightshining" on Friday, May 30 at 7:30pm at The Common Good in Ellenville, NY.
May 30, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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That W(riting) life.

#authorsky #booksky #writing #writingcommunity #wnba
The image depicts a basketball game in progress on a brightly lit court. In the foreground, Napheesa Collier is dribbling a basketball. Paige Bueckers is attempting to guard her. The setting is vibrant, with a blurred background showing other players and spectators. Two blue and white labeled text boxes are superimposed on the players; the box on the player in white reads “My novel-in-progress,” and the box on the player in dark reads “Me.”
May 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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It’s Independent Bookstore Day! Show some love to your local indies, and maybe buy some fantastic books! 📚🫶🏻 #shopindie
@bookshop.org @americanbookseller.bsky.social

bookshop.org/a/96980/9798...
The image is a vibrant promotional poster for Independent Bookstore Day. It features a stylized illustration of a bridge, likely the Brooklyn Bridge, set against a backdrop of abstract city buildings in varying shades of blue. The sky is a bright orange with abstract shapes at the top resembling flames. In the center-right area, there is a circular emblem with stars and stripes, containing the text "Independent Bookstore Day" and the date "Saturday, April 26, 2025." On the right side, the times and locations for two events are listed: Stanza Books in Beacon, NY, from 12–1pm, and Big Red Books in Nyack, NY, from 3–4pm. The bottom section includes the text "Independent Bookstore Day!" followed by an invitation to celebrate at the mentioned bookstores. The hashtag #ShopIndie is at the bottom left, while a website link is at the bottom right.
April 26, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Come celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with me this Saturday, April 26! I’ll be at @stanzabooks.bsky.social and Big Red Books, as well as visiting other wonderful bookstores throughout the Hudson Valley! 📚🎉
#shopindie #authorsky #booksky @americanbookseller.bsky.social
Promotional graphic for Independent Bookstore Day featuring the Brooklyn Bridge and skyline (cover to the novel AMERIKALAND) with event details for bookstores in NY. Transcribed Text: Stanza Books Beacon, NY 12–1pm Big Red Books Nyack, NY 3–4pm INDEPENDENT Bookstore Day SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025 Independent Bookstore Day! Come celebrate with me at Stanza Books and Big Red Books! #ShopIndie https://www.indiebound.org/independent-bookstore-day The image is a map highlighting two bookstores in New York state as part of "Independent Bookstore Day." The upper part of the map shows "Stanza Books" in Beacon, NY, open from 12–1pm, marked with a small green bookstore icon. Near the bottom, "Big Red Books" in Nyack, NY, is shown from 3–4pm, marked with a small red bookstore icon. The map features the Hudson River, with geographic labels for nearby areas such as Newburgh, New Windsor, and Harriman State Park. A colorful circular emblem in the center reads "Independent Bookstore Day, Saturday, April 26, 2025," with decorative stars and banners. A cardboard sign reads "ALGORITHMS DON'T THROW PARTIES. INDIES DO." with the text "Indie Bookstore Day, April 26" and "#ShopIndie" below, with a blurred image of Stanza Books in the background. A cardboard sign reads "ALGORITHMS DON'T THROW PARTIES. INDIES DO." with the text "Indie Bookstore Day, April 26" and "#ShopIndie" below, with a blurred image of Big Red Books in the background.
April 23, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Life as a debut author.

#writingcommunity #booksky #authorsky #whitelotus
The image from White Lotus depicts a close-up of a person lying down, gazing intently to the side. The person has short dark hair and is shirtless, revealing a tattoo written in a different script on their chest. The background is softly blurred, bringing focus to their facial expression and the text on the image. The lighting is warm, casting soft shadows that highlight the contours of their face. In the foreground, there is black text overlaying the image, which includes questions about various digital payment apps. Transcribed Text: "You have PayPal? Or Zelle? Cash App?"
April 3, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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Sunday not-scaries.

#writing #writingcommunity #authorsky #hudsonvalley
A black notebook with a pen on top next to a cup of coffee with latte art on a wooden table.
March 23, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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Enraging.
The image shows a search interface on a website named LibGen, which allows users to search for book authors. The background is light blue. At the top, bold text instructs users to search for an author, offering examples like Stephen King and Fyodor Dostoevsky. The instructions also note that different spellings of names can yield different results. Below this is a search bar with a magnifying glass icon and the text "Danny Goodman." The search results are displayed below with "24 Results" to the right. A language dropdown indicates "English," and a result for a book titled "Amerikaland" by Danny Goodman is shown, highlighted on a white background.
March 20, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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Sunday conversation. #writing #writingcommunity #authorsky
The image shows a light wooden surface with a clear glass cup filled with frothy coffee placed in the top right corner. To the lower left, there is a closed black notebook with a white pen resting diagonally across it. The notebook is partially visible, and the pen has a shiny clip.
March 16, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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Thank you, @sundresspub.bsky.social, for the overwhelming and beautiful review of AMERIKALAND. It means the world.

"To care and to love becomes an act of defiance in dark times, something Goodman understands well."

sundressblog.com/2025/03/05/s...

#writing #writingcommunity #authorsky #booksky
March 10, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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My sun girls. #caturday
The image shows two cats resting on a carpeted floor in a room with dark blue walls. One cat, black in color, is lying in the foreground, basking in a patch of sunlight. The other cat, with a tortoiseshell coat, is positioned in the corner of the room, also enjoying the sunlight. A white electrical outlet is visible on the wall to the left of the tortoiseshell cat. The room is well-lit, with the sunlight creating distinct shadows on the carpet.
March 8, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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Show me you in a hat.

This is my new favorite hat—designed by the incredible @wlohaty.com, for the fictional Brooklyn Atlantics baseball team in my debut novel, AMERIKALAND. 🤩🧢
The image shows a person taking a mirror selfie in what appears to be a bathroom. The individual is wearing a blue baseball cap, glasses, and a dark, long-sleeved shirt. They have a beard and are holding a smartphone with their right hand, partially visible in the foreground. The background features a closed white door and a blurred reflection. A partial view of a decorative object or piece of art can be seen on the left side.
February 26, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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Happy spring training! Let’s play ball! ⚾️

Looking for the next great literary #baseball novel? Check out the book @debutiful.bsky.social called “a home run” and @saralippmann.bsky.social dubbed “a gorgeous grand slam.” ⚾️⚾️

amerikaland.com

#booksky #writers #authorsky #writingcommunity #writing
The image is a promotional graphic for a book titled "Amerikaland." It features a blue home plate-like shape with a stylized "A" logo at the top, combining orange and blue colors. Inside the shape, "AMERIKALAND" is written in bold, orange uppercase letters. Above the text are two book review quotes in blue: one on the left from "Debutiful" and one on the right from "Independent Book Review." Below the title, there is a centered image of the book cover, showing a city skyline with an orange sky. Two decorative feather quills, resembling orange baseball stitches, are placed on each side of the image. Further down, text in blue announces, "2024 NYC Big Book Award Winner for Best New Fiction," beneath which in larger orange text it reads, "OUT NOW." At the bottom, "amerikaland.com" is written in blue.
February 21, 2025 at 3:17 PM