David Santos Donaldson is a literary fiction author, best known for his debut novel "Greenland." Donaldson was born and raised in Nassau, Bahamas. He has lived in various parts of the world, including India, Spain, and the United States. His experiences living in different cultures have likely provided him with a unique perspective and diverse range of experiences to draw from in his writing.
Donaldson attended Wesleyan University and the Drama Division of The Juilliard School. His background in drama is evident in his writing, as he has a knack for creating vivid and engaging characters. In addition to his work as an author, Donaldson has also established himself as a playwright. His plays have been commissioned by the Public Theater, and he has been a finalist for the Urban Stages Emerging Playwright Award. Donaldson has also served as the Artistic Director for the Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts in Nassau, Bahamas.
In addition to his work in the arts, Donaldson is also a practicing psychotherapist. This background in psychology likely gives him a deep understanding of human behavior and motivation, which he can use to create complex and relatable characters in his writing. Donaldson currently divides his time between Brooklyn, New York, and Seville, Spain, giving him a unique perspective and experience of two vastly different cultures. "Greenland" is Donaldson's first novel, and it will be exciting to see what other literary works he will produce in the future.