@darrencools

Writer, illustrator, designer. Author of the young adult novel: Light in the Canyon. Searching for the ghost.

 Portland ⚡ Ypsilanti
darrencools.com
Joined February 2011
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I'm building a list of interested authors/poets/illustrators who want to stay in the loop about a future "How to Talk to Booksellers" webinar. We'll talk about: - How to help get your book on-shelf - Pitching yourself - DOs/DON'Ts + more Leave your name or DM me if that's you.
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Darren Cools@darrencoolsOct 8
This is going to be a wonderful time. Join us on October 24 at Book Beat in Detroit! thebookbeat.com/backroom/202… #youngadult #ya #fiction #poetry #books #authorevent
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Why do I keep buying books when I don’t have time to read many of those I already own?
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This is going to be a wonderful time. Join us on October 24 at Book Beat in Detroit! thebookbeat.com/backroom/202… #youngadult #ya #fiction #poetry #books #authorevent
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This kind of thing is one of the most heart-warming experiences an author can have . . . Thank you!
Shemaiah Gonzalez
@shemaiahngOct 5
I so enjoyed this book by @darrencools Just bought it for one of my favorite teens for her birthday. Great fast paced YA book about feeling different and dealing with grief. amzn.to/470WTQo #affiliate

Light in the Canyon

Light in the Canyon

amazon.com
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While waiting to pick up my son from work last night, I finally had a moment of insight that cleared up a major plot issue on my new novel . . . What an relief!
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The #teen book club at my local library is reading my book and asked me join them for a Q&A. 🥰 Is your #school, #library, or #bookclub reading Light in the Canyon? Would you like me to visit? If you’re near(ish) #AnnArbor / #Detroit I’d love to. DM me! #youngadult #sff
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Give me a productivity secret when for when you have too many decisions to make and too many deadlines to meet and you can’t focus . . .
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Man, it’s weird how fast time slips by when you’re way too busy . . .
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A refection on the end of summer and the risks of being earnest. substack.com/home/post/p-191…
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Pick me!
FrJosh 💯@tweetmobbAug 23
found my perfect side hustle
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Light in the Canyon is currently 30% off at Suprise Castle! Get it while you can: surprisecastle.com/products/…

Light in the Canyon | Surprise Castle

When a science experiment goes wrong, Halley & Jamie are changed. Their search for answers draws them to a place where secrets are revealed.

surprisecastle.com
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Check out this great post about my favorite indie publisher, @SlantBooks from Hearts & Minds Bookstore, owned by @byronborger: heartsandmindsbooks.com/2026…
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Weird to have very suddenly shifted from obsessing over my book to throwing ever ounce of energy I have into prepping our old house for fresh paint. I’m grateful for the change of pace, but wow. I’m tired.
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Every day these days is a three cups of coffee day.
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Shemaiah Gonzalez
@shemaiahngAug 9
Review of @darrencools fantastic YA book for @SlantBooks Each of the main characters has someone they are missing. Someone that has left a gaping hole in their lives.shemaiahgonzalez.substack.co…
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Slant Books@SlantBooksAug 7
Slant author @darrencools has had a busy schedule for new release Light in the Canyon—including events at Book Love Bar, Booksweet, and the Detroit Book Festival! Get your copy here: slantbooks.org/books/light-i…
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Come out Thursday, August 13 to @SchulerBooks in Ann Arbor! I’ll be chatting with Patrick Flores-Scott, author of American Road Trip and No Going Back about my #YA #novel Light in the Canyon, dreams, and the writing life. #kidlit #sff #scifi #youngadult #BooksWorthReading
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Detroit Bookfest@DBookfestJul 31
2026 Detroit Festival of Books PHOTOS are here! detroitbookfest.com/dbf2026-…
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Come to Schuler Books in Ann Arbor on August 13 for a conversation about my #debut #youngadult #novel, signed copies, and a Q&A. Want to hear how a character visited me in a dream and redefined herself and the plot? RSVP for the full story… schulerbooks.com/event/2026-…
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