2022 was a fantastic year for debut novels. The following seven books were some of my favorite debuts of the year…

Well this is definitely one of the most unique books I’ve ever read…In her debut novel, Peters shines a light on the trans experience and the trans community.

2021 has brought us some incredible debut novels. Click through to see some of my favorites.

This was such a fun and sweet read… I didn’t want it to end. I can’t wait for you all to read it!

This book was such a pleasant surprise. The perfect mix of romance and thriller. Fans of Verity, this one’s for you!!

If you’re a fan of memoirs and/or ownvoices, this is a must read! I finished this book several weeks ago, but I haven’t stopped thinking about it…

If you’re a fan of short stories or in search of a discussion-worthy book club selection, I highly recommend this one! It will give you plenty to think about/discuss….

Well, I can see why this won a Pulitzer… If you are remotely interested in history, politics, international relations and/or just excellent literature, this is a must read!

One of the things I love most about reading is the ability to inhabit another person’s life. I love learning about people who have completely different life experiences than me…

When you read a book about robots, obviously you have to dress your dog up in a robot costume. 😝

This gripping legal thriller will keep you guessing until the very end… it’s hard for me to believe this is a debut novel!

Are you a fan of family dramas? If so, this one’s for you! Thank you Celadon Books for my gifted advanced copy of We Are the Brennans - publication date: August, 3rd.

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In this dystopian debut novel, Christina Sweeney-Baird explores how the world would change if 90% of men succumbed to a deadly virus…

If you're looking for the perfect summer beach/pool read (and you enjoy a good thriller), look no further!

Mateo Askaripour’s debut novel is unlike any other book I’ve read. The story is written in the style of a memoir, though the book is a work of satirical fiction…

This debut novel is unlike anything I’ve ever read before. It’s a story where seemingly nothing and everything happens. It’s raw, heartbreaking, bizarre, moving and darkly funny…

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