Damon Young

Damon Young

4 books

About the Author

Damon Young is an acclaimed writer, philosopher, and cultural critic whose work fearlessly explores the intersections of race, identity, and modern life. As the co-founder of the groundbreaking blog Very Smart Bros, he has built a reputation for sharp, witty commentary on Black masculinity and societal absurdities. In his memoir What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Blacker: A Memoir in Essays, Young delivers a poignant collection of personal reflections that blend humor with profound insights into resilience and survival. His book How to Think About Exercise (The School of Life) offers a thoughtful guide to reimagining physical well-being through a philosophical lens, challenging conventional fitness narratives. Young's writing consistently bridges the personal and the universal, inviting readers to confront uncomfortable truths with empathy and levity.

Writing style
witty introspective humorous

Books by Damon Young