Dan Desai Martin

@dandesaimartin

Fantasy author. IN THE SHADOW OF THE SANCTUM coming in MAY 2026 through Gold Dust Publishing. Consultant. Progressive. Coffee addict. Swiftie. Unwavering ally 💙🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️❤️ I post about politics & writing. He/Him.

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Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· 29d

Reading my book never gave anyone explosive diarrhea. Be safe out there. Read a good book. Purchase options here, including the ebook for only $5! www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books/ #fantasybooks #TacoBell #booksky

“In the Shadow of the Sanctum is a deep, multi-layered fantasy that gripped me from the first page and did not let go until the final, compelling word." - M.B. Gibson, award-winning author of Pryor Knowledge: Horse Racing, Love, and Slavery in the Antebellum South

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jul 13

When people use AI to make a book:

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Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jul 13

I was so happy to join other writers from the Montgomery County chapter of @marylandwriters.bsky.social this weekend! About a dozen folks read aloud from their works, and I read a chapter from my fantasy novel, In The Shadow Of The Sanctum. It’s great to hang out with so many talented writers!!

Dan Desai martin standing with his book, In The Shadow Of The Sanctum.

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jul 4

This Independence Day, pick up a fantasy book about a small group of rebels fighting against an authoritarian regime. C’mon— you know you wanna… a.co/d/00mN2TbR #booksky #sffbooks #fantasybook #JulyFourth #books

Dan Desai Martin sitting at a table with his book, In The Shadow Of The Sanctum.

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jun 30

I'm hoping to end the month strong with one or two more direct sales of my new fantasy book!! www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books/

Book cover of In The Shadow Of The Sanctum by Dan Desai Martin.

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jun 30

Got a hard copy of the article from my hometown newspaper covering the release of my book. I’m pretty excited about it. Article: www.statesboroherald.com/local/boro-n... More about my book: www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books/ #fantasybooks #booksky

A newspaper article titled “Boro Native Releases Debut Fantasy Novel” about Fan Desai Martin’s book, In The Shadow Of The Sanctum.

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jun 25

Looking for your next #fantasybook? Packed with religious oppression, revolution, and self-discovery, this novel is perfect for fans of The Handmaid’s Tale, Sabaa Tahir’s Ember in the Ashes series, and Phillip Pullman’s His Dark Materials series. Links to purchase: www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books

“In the Shadow of the Sanctum is a powerful, riveting saga that will stay with you long after you turn the last page. I highly recommend this tour de force.”

Quote from M.B. Gibson, award-winning author of Pryor Knowledge: Horse Racing, Love, and Slavery in the Antebellum South

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jun 23

WOW! So excited to be a "featured" book at @indiebookdirectory.bsky.social!! Click here to check it out -- and get your copy today! www.indiebookdirectory.com #booksky #sffbooks #fantasybooks #writingcommunity #tbr

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Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jun 20

New #fantasy book for the summer. Fast-paced. Thought-provoking. Rebels fighting a fascist religious regime. Get your copy today — ebooks are only $5. Links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble, etc. are here: www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books/

“Some questions, once asked, cannot be unasked. And some answers, once found, cannot be unfound. Beware what you are looking for. Sometimes, the stars curse us by allowing us to find what we seek.”
- In The Shadow Of The Sanctum by Dan Desai Martin

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jun 18

Hard to find a more weak, beta, whimpering joke of a person than Donald Trump.

Obama had Springsteen & Stevie Wonder perform.
The Knicks had Alicia Keys perform.
Trump got rejected by Milli Vanilli.

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jun 7

More than 3 weeks after it was released, In The Shadow Of The Sanctum is still near the top of the Kindle charts! Ranked #32 for new teen & YA coming-of-age fantasy ebooks. Thank you all sooooo much! If you want to know what all the buzz is about, you can get a copy here: a.co/d/0f53W2el

Kindle ranking (#32) for In The Shadow Of The Sanctum by Dan Desai Martin

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jun 5

There is both fear and courage that come with questioning what we've been taught. And more so in a world of brutal religious authoritarians. Come on a daring journey of self-discovery -- where finding the truth can be as dangerous as asking questions. www.amazon.com/Shadow-Sanct... #fantasybooks

Image of In The Shadow Of The Sanctum by Dan Desai Martin with this quote: “Some questions, once asked, cannot be unasked. And some answers, once found, cannot be unfound. Beware what you are looking for. Sometimes, the stars curse us by allowing us to find what we seek.”

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jun 4

Adding to your summer reading list? Here's a fantasy novel that "is a powerful tale of friendship, loyalty, hope, and the power of finding oneself," according an early reader. And the ebook is only $5! Amazon: www.amazon.com/Shadow-Sanct... B&N: www.barnesandnoble.com/w/in-the-sha... #booksky

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Jun 3

#FANTASYBOOK ALERT: In a realm ruled by religious authoritarians, it takes courage to question everything you've been taught to believe. If this sounds interesting to you, links to purchase are all here (the ebook is only $5) www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books/ #booksky #sffbooks

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Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 26

If you are looking for a fast-paced and thought-provoking fantasy dealing with a corrupt religious regime, I think you'll like In The Shadow Of The Sanctum. And the audiobook is only $5! Great for your summer tbr! #booksky #sffbooks #fantasybooks #writingcommunity www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books/

"In the quest for truth, we have to be true to ourselves." - Dan Desai Martin talking about his fantasy book, In The Shadow Of The Sanctum. Available now

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 24

Are you attending #Balticon this weekend? Come by the @marylandwriters.bsky.social table in the Dealer’s Room and say hi!

Table full of books with “Maryland Writers’ Association” banner.

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 24

NEW FANTASY BOOK ALERT! ✅ Violent religious regime ✅ Badass women fighting back ✅ Rebellion ✅ Fast-paced ✅ Unique magic system All this, plus you get to support a new author and a small, indie, LGBTQ-owned publisher. And the ebook is only $5! www.amazon.com/Shadow-Sanct... #booksky

If you like The Handmaid's Tale, Ember in the Ashes, and His Dark Materials, try In The Shadow of the Sanctum by Dan Desai Martin.

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 22

WOW!!! My debut #fantasy is number 25 on Amazon's "Hot New Releases in Teen & Young Adult Coming of Age Fantasy eBooks" I'm blown away by all the support. If you want to hop on the bandwagon, you can buy it here: www.amazon.com/Shadow-Sanct... Signed copies here: www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books/

Screenshot showing In the Shadow of the Sanctum by Dan Desai Martin as #25 on Amazon's "Hot New Releases in Teen & Young Adult Coming of Age Fantasy eBooks"

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 20

My debut fantasy novel is ranked 69 on Amazon’s “New Release Coming Of Age Fantasy” list. First of all: #Nice With that taken care of, you can join the bandwagon here: a.co/d/030UzbK5 #booksky #fantasybooks #newbooks

Image showing In The Shadow Of The Sanctum by Dan Desai Martin is ranked 69th.

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 20

When I started writing a book, I was writing it for me. To see that it is reaching others, and that it is resonating enough for early readers to write such kind words, is more than I could have ever hoped for. You can buy it here (ebook is only $5!): a.co/d/0iN8kI7d #booksky #sffbooks

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 19

Come for the badass women fighting a violent theocracy. Stay for the fast-paced & thought-provoking quest for truth. And a cool magic system. My debut #fantasy is NOW AVAILABLE. Get the ebook for only $5! Hardcover and paperbacks also available. Amazon: www.amazon.com/Shadow-Sanct... #booksky

"An epic quest for the truth" alongside the cover of Dan Desai Martin's novel, In The Shadow Of The Sanctum. There is also a link to Dan's website: www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 18

My debut fantasy is AVAILABLE NOW! Come for the badass women; stay for the rebellion against the religious authoritarian regime. Ebook is only $5 on Amazon! a.co/d/0aGm9jbo #booksky #fantasybooks #sffbooks #writingcommunity

Praise for In The Shadow Of The Sanctum by Dan Desai Martin

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 16

Looking for a book with badass women, revolution against religious authoritarianism, and a villain you live to hate? My debut #fantasybook is now available! And the ebook is ONLY $5! a.co/d/09MTFASg Or you can get a signed copy from my website: www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books/

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“Everyone carries scars. Some are visible and some are not. Don’t misjudge someone because you cannot see their scars.”

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 15

My debut #fantasy book is NOW AVAILABLE! I may be biased, but this could very well be your next favorite book. Take a chance on me -- you will not be disappointed! (Ebook is only $5!) The book is available on my website (www.DanDesaiMartin.com/books/) or Amazon (www.amazon.com/Shadow-Sanct...)

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Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 8

AHHHHH!!! I’LL BE A PUBLISHED AUTHOR IN ONE WEEK!! An early reviewer call my debut #fantasy novel “a deep, multi-layered fantasy that gripped me from the first page.” You can pre-order your copy here: dandesaimartin.com/books/ #booksky

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Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· May 7

“Desai Martin has built a world of both beauty and dread, brought to life through rich, vivid detail." - @mbgibson345.bsky.social, award-winning author of Pryor Knowledge. Pre-order today! Just click here: dandesaimartin.com/books/ #fantasybooks #sff #booksky

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Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Apr 15

Hi there! My debut fantasy novel comes out next month! Pre-orders available here (and the ebook is only $5!). dandesaimartin.com/pre-order-sh... #WriterShareWednesday

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Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Apr 4

Pretty excited to share that pre-orders for my new #fantasy book, In The Shadow Of The Sanctum, open soon!! If you’re a fan of Margaret Atwood, Sabaa Tahir, or Philip Pullman, you’ll enjoy this fast-paced, thought-provoking new book. #sffbooks #sff #books More: dandesaimartin.com/spring-2026-...

Framed cover of the novel In The Shadow Of The Sanctum by Dan Desai Martin hanging over a desk.

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Mar 24

Republicans are determined to roll back both voting rights and reproductive rights. Those who know can see the through-line. And here’s a profile of someone who has been at the center of both fights for decades. Well worth your time to read. msmagazine.com/2026/03/23/r... via @msmagazine.com

Desai Martin is one of the only people in the country who has spent her career building the infrastructure to protect both voting rights and reproductive rights. She has seen both fights from the inside. And what she sees—clearly, consistently, without drama—is that these are not two separate battles.

“At base, both of these things are really about power and control,” she told me. “When we’re advocating for reproductive rights, it’s to give people power over their own bodies and their lives and their families and their futures. When we’re talking about voting rights, it’s to give people the power to pick their representatives and have their government work for them.”

Dan Desai Martin@dandesaimartin· Mar 20

Trump’s wealth vs your retirement. Pretty clear who Republicans are working for, and it ain’t us.