Shawn Goodman is an award-winning author of both fiction and nonfiction, as well as a psychologist with years of experience helping young people navigate the challenges of adolescence. His novels, including Kindness for Weakness, This Way Home, and Something Like Hope, have earned critical acclaim for their emotional depth and raw honesty. His nonfiction work, such as How to Survive Your Parents: A Teen's Guide to Thriving in a Difficult Family, and Good Enough (forthcoming) reflect his passion for empowering readers with practical tools for resilience and personal growth.
Shawn brings a deep understanding of human psychology to his writing, creating stories that explore the complexities of morality, justice, and redemption.
He lives in upstate New York with his wife and two daughters. When he’s not writing, Shawn enjoys playing soccer, cycling, and paddleboarding on the Finger Lakes.