Desmond Hall

About the Author

Desmond Hall is a Young Jamaica author who has made a name for himself with his debut novel “Your Corner Dark.” The novel which was published in 2021 has been referred to by critics as “Long Way Down” meets “American Street.” It is a gritty and searing novel that is a bold exploration of the harsh realities of Jamaica’s gang life. The novel also looks at how much a teenager is willing to do for their family. The book confronts some modern concepts and themes that include political deception, police brutality, gang culture and colorism. While he grew up in Jamaica, he moved to the US as a teenager and undertook a degree in journalism at Marquette University, where he was famously on the list of Who’s Who of American College Students. After graduation, he went on to work on movies and direct. Desmond Hall is the author of over 2 books across 1 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Desmond Hall Standalone Novels series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Desmond Hall has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.