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David DeRuvo

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Website

https://dederuvo.carrd.co/

Genre

Romance, Fantasy, Science Fiction

Influences

Christopher Poalini, Brent Weeks, J.K. Rowling, Patrick Rothfuss

Member Since

March 2014

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https://www.goodreads.com/deadrocks

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David DeRuvo writes quiet, character-driven stories about people learning how to move forward—often through grief, connection, and the small, ordinary moments that matter more than they seem.

His work leans into slow-burn relationships, emotional restraint, and grounded settings, occasionally blending in elements of fantasy, sci-fi, or cross-cultural life. He is the author of Hero City: Renewal and is currently working on several new projects.

He lives in Georgia with his wife, two daughters, and their pets. Outside of writing, he spends his time gaming, listening to music, and chasing whatever story idea won’t leave him alone.

If you're interested in following David on social media, you can find him on TikTok @dederuvo. ...more

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Hero City: Renewal

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Doctor Who: Storm Warning

by Alan Barnes

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Six of Crows (Six of Crows, #1)

by Leigh Bardugo (Goodreads Author)

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The Kamogawa Food Detectives (Kamogawa Food Detectives, #1)

by Hisashi Kashiwai

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