Hi, Coco! Welcome back! How has the past three years been since we last spoke!

Thanks so much for having me! Has it really been three years? What a whirlwind! School is as busy as always, if not busier now that I’m a junior. Last time we spoke, I mentioned a secret project I was working on that we sold to Penguin in 2021! After a lot of revising and hard work, I’m so proud that NIGHTBREAKER is finally hitting shelves… and next year, the sequel too (which I’m almost done, I swear). Also, I fulfilled a lifetime dream—I’m now the momma of not one but TWO adorable puppies, named Bunny and Potato. (They’re on Instagram as @potatobichon! )

When did you first discover your love for writing and stories?

When I was a kid, my mom would go to our local public library and borrow a stack of books as tall as I was for me to read. I usually flew through them so quickly that she had to make 2-3 trips a week. I loved reading. I read while eating, while walking, while showering, while practicing piano, and of course while in the car, which was not great for my motion sickness. I never, however, really thought about writing anything myself until I started working on a short story called The Crimson Crown, which would over the course of a year actually turn into my debut novel, Shadow Frost! The rest is history.

Quick lightning round! Tell us the first book you ever remember reading, the one that made you want to become an author, and one that you can’t stop thinking about!

I can remember the first series: Rainbow Magic, which is about two girls and their adventures with fairies. The book that made me want to become an author was probably Six of Crows and Throne of Glass. My most recent read was Yellowface by Rebecca F. Kuang. It was crazy. Also I KNOW this is not part of the question but I just finished Good Omens 2 and hoooooooly $&%# I am so mad. I think about the ending 25 hours a day. If anyone wants to scream with me about it, hit me up on Instagram.

Your latest novel, Nightbreaker, is out September 19th! If you could only describe it in five words, what would they be?

Gritty, high-stakes, action-packed, badass-female-MC, magical.

What can readers expect?

They can expect New York City like they’ve never seen it before, powerful magical artifacts inspired by the city’s culture and history, plenty of monster fighting, and a driven but flawed, diverse cast. And intense rivalry that turns into angsty romance that turns into even more intense rivalry, a.k.a. exes to rivals to lovers to rivals to…….???

Where did the inspiration for Nightbreaker come from?

Have you ever seen the huge, vibrant screens at Times Square go utterly dark? Entire blocks of skyscrapers in the City that Never Sleeps extinguished? “Apocalypse in Manhattan” has been done dozens of times, but I wanted to give it a different spin. Most people already know how the effects of COVID-19 in a way left the city like a ghost town for weeks—deserted streets, abandoned storefronts, New Yorkers sequestered inside shoebox apartments as the pandemic ran its course. Yet they persisted. I had the first idea for NIGHTBREAKER before COVID hit, but it became scarily relevant, and was inspired by the resilience of New Yorkers, and how they constantly adapt to all orders of disasters and find a way to survive.

Were there any moments or characters you really enjoyed writing or exploring?

Shadow Frost’s protagonist Asterin was a girl who had no idea what her place in the world was. Rei, the MC of NIGHTBREAKER, shares a lot of traits with Asterin—determination, grit, and a willingness to jump into the unknown. But unlike Asterin, Rei knows exactly what she wants from life and will stop at nothing to achieve her goals. However, her beliefs are constantly challenged as she learns the dark secrets of the world she so desperately wants to be a part of. It was so fun tormenting her! I also loved coming up with all of the Artifacts, the powerful objects used by the characters to fight monsters, like the Phantom’s Mask, which renders its wielder invisible, the Fourth Claw of Fortitude (one of the two lion statues in front of the New York Public Library), which springs to life to lead its wielder into battle, and so many more!

This is your third published novel! What are some of the key lessons you have learned since writing Shadow Frost?

I’m constantly trying to hone my writing abilities. I hope that every time I read one of my old books I can find something I want to improve upon in the next. I spent a lot of time asking myself what the characters want, what they’re willing to do to get it, and what they do when they don’t get it (because you can never let them have it, or else the story ends). This helped me keep the pacing a lot tighter, so I was able to cut a lot of unnecessary scenes. I’ve had a few people send me angry texts that they had to pull all-nighters to finish the book because they couldn’t stop reading, so it looks like it worked!

What’s next for you?

I’ve written a TV pilot script adapted from NIGHTBREAKER. It might not go anywhere, but it was a really great experience to work on it and I even went and made a few adjustments in the manuscript to reflect the snappiness of the story beats in the script. I also am working on ideas for my next series, which I can’t wait to get started on after I finish the sequel to NIGHTBREAKER! Besides that, I’m also drumming up a musical with my friend about a guy who wakes up from a coma only to realize that the world is set to end in three days. I’m graduating college next year, so I’ll be starting to work on my thesis soon. That probably sounds pretty boring compared to writing fantasy novels, but I’m majoring in Cognitive Science, so I’m pretty nervous about it!

Lastly, do you have any book recommendations for our readers?

So many amazing books are releasing this month! I’m especially excited for VE Schwab’s continuation of the Shades of Magic series in The Fragile Threads of Power and the new Percy Jackson book! I mean, Percy in college? Gods, yes!

Will you be picking up Nightbreaker? Tell us in the comments below!

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Read on to discover our picks and tell us in the comments below if you’re looking forward to any!

The Spirit Bares Its Teeth by Andrew Joseph White
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New York Times bestselling author Andrew Joseph White returns with the transgressive gothic horror of our time! A blood-soaked and nauseating triumph that cuts like a scalpel and reads like your darkest nightmare.

This Dark Descent by Kalyn Josephson
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The Shadows Between Us meets Six of Crows in this spellbinding new fantasy full of intrigue, romance, and pulse-pounding action, where the eldest daughter of a renowned family on the verge of ruin joins forces with a mysterious, rogue enchanter and a handsome, ambitious heir to win a deadly race.

Foul Heart Huntsman by Chloe Gong
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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights and Our Violent Ends comes the second book in the captivating Foul Lady Fortune duology following an immortal assassin in 1930s Shanghai as she races to save her country and her love.

Into the Bright Open: A Secret Garden Remix by Cherie Dimaline
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This queer YA reimagining of The Secret Garden subverts the cishet and white status quo of the original in a tale of family secrets wonderful and horrifying.

Monstrous by Jessica Lewis
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Forced to spend her summer in her aunt’s strange small town, a teen girl discovers dark secrets hidden in the woods. From the author of Bad Witch Burning comes another pulse-pounding novel perfect for fans of Supernatural and Lovecraft Country.

Your Lonely Nights Are Over by Adam Sass
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Scream meets Clueless in this YA horror from Adam Sass in which two gay teen BFFs find their friendship tested when a serial killer starts targeting their school’s Queer Club.

A Prayer For Vengeance by Leanne Schwartz
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An orphan out to find the truth within a warped religion turns his poetry into prayer―a prayer that awakens a cursed girl hungry for revenge.

The Library of Shadows by Rachel Moore
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Funny, moving, and heart-achingly real, this romantic romp and paranormal romcom debut—through a haunted library with trapdoors, ghosts, and memories—is full of great love that triumphs over even death, perfect for fans of Ninth House and Cemetery Boys.

For Girls Who Walk Through Fire by Kim DeRose
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The Scarlet Veil by Shelby Mahurin
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A dark and thrilling vampire romance set in the world of the New York Times bestselling Serpent & Dove series.

If I Have to Be Haunted by Miranda Sun
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Cemetery Boys meets Legendborn in this thrillingly romantic, irresistibly fun YA contemporary fantasy debut following a teenage Chinese American ghost speaker who (reluctantly) makes a deal to raise her nemesis from the dead.

When a Brown Girl Flees by Aamna Qureshi
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In this searing contemporary YA novel from new voice Aamna Qureshi, a Muslim teen runs away from home only to find herself on a breathtaking journey of healing, self-love, and hope.​

Nightbreaker by Coco Ma
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Fifteen years ago, The Vanishing thrust Manhattan into darkness, forever changing the City That Never Sleeps. By day, resilient New Yorkers have adapted, clinging to the vestiges of their cosmopolitan lives. By night—well, you never go out at night unless you have a death wish.

A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid
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Bestselling author Ava Reidmakes her YA debut in this dark academic fantasy perfect for fans of Melissa Albert and Elana K. Arnold.

How to Find a Missing Girl by Victoria Wlosok
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For fans of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder and Veronica Mars, this whip-smart thriller follows a sapphic detective agency as they seek the truth behind a growing trail of missing girls in small-town Louisiana. 

Mermaids Never Drown: Tales to Dive For
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14 Young Adult short stories from bestselling and award-winning authors make a splash in Mermaids Never Drown – the second collection in the Untold Legends series edited by Zoraida Córdova and Natalie C. Parker – exploring mermaids like we’ve never seen them before!

A Hundred Vicious Turns by Lee Paige O’Brien
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The heir to an arcane bloodline must outwit their ambitious rival to stop a ruthless magical adversary in Lee Paige O’Brien’s A Hundred Vicious Turns, a YA fantasy debut—first in The Broken Tower series—perfect for fans of A Lesson in Vengeance and Hell Followed With Us.

All the Fighting Parts by Hannah V. Sawyerr
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In the vein of Grown and The Poet X, Hannah V. Sawyerr’s All the Fighting Parts is a searing and defiant young adult novel in verse about reclaiming agency after a sexual assault within the church community.

Everyone’s Thinking It by Aleema Omotoni
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Mean Girls meets Dear White People in this big-hearted, sharp-witted UK boarding school story about family, friendship, and belonging—with a propulsive mystery at its heart.

A British Girl’s Guide to Hurricanes and Heartbreak by Laura Taylor Namey
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In this highly anticipated companion to the New York Times bestseller and Reese Witherspoon x Hello Sunshine Book Club YA Pick A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow, Flora Maxwell heads to Miami to find a path for her future…and finds her heart along the way.

The Society For Soulless Girls by Laura Steven
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A sapphic enemies-to-lovers retelling of Jekyll & Hyde, this dark academia thriller follows two roommates who must solve an infamous cold case of serial murders on their campus after an arcane ritual gone wrong prompts another death.

There’s No Way I’d Die First by Lisa Springer
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A spine-tingling contemporary horror-comedy novel that follows a scary-movie buff as she hosts an elaborate Halloween bash but soon finds the festivities upended when she and her guests are forced to test their survival skills in a deadly game, from debut author Lisa Springer.

Cage of Dreams by Rebecca Schaeffer
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In this thrilling sequel and conclusion to the City of Nightmares duology, Ness is forced to make a twisted deal with the Nightmare Phantom—only to find herself embroiled in the explosive fallout of the agreement when a botched assassination attempt unleashes chaos into the City of Newham.

Thieves’ Gambit by Kayvion Lewis
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The Inheritance Games meets Ocean’s Eleven in this cinematic heist thriller where a cutthroat competition brings together the world’s best thieves and one thief is playing for the highest stakes of all: her mother’s life.

What YA books are you looking forward to picking up this month? Tell us in the comments below!

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“And tonight he was drinking to get drunk. One hundred days had passed since he had begun searching for Orion. One hundred days since he had delivered Rose and a comatose Quinlan back to Eradore.”

Despite the title of the first book, I think there was way more shadow world incorporated in this sequel. Eion is the god of the shadow kingdom and when Orion was sent there, my heart shattered. He was one of my favourite characters from the first book and having no idea about his fate was unbearable, so I was glad when this was addressed early on. Orion suffers memory loss and is basically coerced into a relationship with Eion, having no idea that he had already fallen for Harry, another character from the same world. I feel like their relationship was only beginning in Shadow Frost and it really ramped up near the end which only made this so much harder to read because I for one wanted them together. Harry makes this book stand out and he was present throughout the entire book and he works so hard to fix things.

“Do not make me repeat myself,’ she spoke, cold ire lacing her voice. ‘I am no murderer.’ She stepped closer to her aunt, her fists trembling at her sides. ‘I am no fool, nor am I ignorant. I am no weapon to be forged by anyone’s hand.”

Luna is a very controversial character. She has a complicated relationship with Asterin due to her mother and this only made things worse between her and Asterin when she chose Quinlan’s life over hers. Betrayal was all she could think of over and over again as she was stuck at her father’s kingdom in book two. She already felt like an outcast before having never been as skilled as Asterin and it was obvious that she could never measure up. This held her back and I feel like being apart helped her to grow. First of all, she stands up to her aunt and then she negotiates with the fearsome Eion, a literal God, all the while playing a dangerous game with a shadow being called Killian who is as ruthless as they come. My favourite part was when she managed to negotiate out of a death sentence from Eoin and turned it around to profit from it which made her stronger and feel like more of herself.

She and Harry are the ones with the most development in God Storm and I loved seeing the morally obtuse characters fighting back and standing up for what they want, despite the very real harm to themselves. They took a gamble with every action and decision and it was a hard to put down book because of them. Luna was very ballsy in her actions in this book and this time, she wasn’t being compared to Asterin at every turn and that helped her character shine.

“Mortals are so fragile, she thought to herself. And yet, what I wouldn’t give to be one of them.”

God Storm introduced several new characters and one of them was Killian, another member of the Shadow Kingdom and one who knew Harry from before he met Asterin and the others, and before he fell for Orion. She’s a vicious and calculating character and yet here you see her underbelly, what she truly wants. This is someone you don’t want to cross and her relationship with Luna is interesting. I’m curious how things develop from here and I wonder if she will get what she really wants by the end of this story.

I loved how strong Quinlan’s familial bond was between his older brother, Taeron, and his cousin, Rose. His fight for survival was only possible with these two fighting alongside him and their relationship was genuinely written. You can feel their love for him and their teasing and constant criticism over him keeping important details to himself felt so real. Ma’s characters seem to carry this bond that unifies them together whether it be of blood or not and I really enjoy that feature to her story. Eadric and Asterin are still close in this book, which I loved, it’s subtle but undeniable. Orion still wants to be there for Luna despite everything she has done and that wasn’t just because she gifted him back his memories.

“The Queen of Axaria had crashed into his life like a meteorite—he had seen it all, right from the start, the attraction, the spark. He had expected her. Underestimated her. Braced himself for the collision, never guessing quite how much her impact would irrevocably change his world. It was the little things—the way she held herself, the way she fiddled with her hands when she paced, the way her eyes had sparkled after the first time they had kissed. And of course it was her strength, too. Her fierce loyalty, her bullheaded determination, and that stupid, irrational, unwavering bravery.”

This was such a tease! I wanted so badly to see more of this steamy romance that was so hot and heavy in Shadow Frost, but this passage really helped curb that opinion. This was so romantic and the fact that they were separated for most of this book made it devastating to read, but the emotional element was there, in full force. They liked to flirt and have witty banter which made their chemistry undeniable in book one and I missed that dialogue between them. I’m hopeful that things between them (as it did escalate but not in the way you guys are thinking!) will be fixed in a way that will make this hopeless romantic happy! I really hope these characters all get a happy ending in the conclusion!

Ma continues to bring humour and seriousness together and it has thrown her beloved characters through a hoop as there’s love and sadness, laughter and sorrow. I’m not sure which book I enjoyed more, but the plot is still going strong and I want to know what happens next. I hope we get to see more of Quinlan and hopefully his current situation is brief, but what I really want is to have them all okay in the end. Hopefully that isn’t asking too much! Harry and Orion are ENDGAME and I love them!

God Storm is available from Amazon, Book Depository, and other good book retailers, like your local bookstore.

Will you be picking up God Storm? Tell us in the comments below!

Synopsis | Goodreads

Everything has a price.

In the kingdom of Axaria, a darkness has fallen. After defeating the evil mother who summoned an immortal demon to kill her, newly coronated Queen Asterin Faelenhart should have every reason to celebrate. Her kingdom is safe, forbidden magic eradicated, and her friends are alive. Except Asterin’s triumph has come at a devastating cost – forced to choose between a lifelong friend and true love, she’s lost both. But the shadows in Axaria have begun to stir once again, and no one is more starved for vengeance than Asterin….

Yet it soon becomes clear that the shadows plaguing her kingdom are just the beginning. Another realm coexists with the mortal world – the beautiful, nightmarish Immortal Realm ruled by the wicked God of Shadow, King Eoin. When their paths entwine, Asterin realizes that Eoin possesses exactly what – and who – she seeks most. And the fates of all those that she holds dear – Orion, her missing Guardian; Luna, the friend she could not save; Harry, the demon who saved them all; and Quinlan, her beloved broken prince – ultimately rest in the god’s hands.

But in a world of magic, not everyone is always as they seem. When shocking discoveries threaten everything and everyone Asterin has sworn her life to protect, she won’t be the only person forced to make a choice…a choice that will change the mortal world forever.

And maybe even destroy it.

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Hi, Coco! Can you tell us a bit about yourself?

Hi, everyone! I was born on August 21st 2000 at 7:05 am in Toronto. At 7:06 am, I opened my eyes for the first time and immediately asked the nurse for a slice of cake. Just kidding, sorry. I would never ask for a mere slice of cake when I could ask for the whole thing! Anyway, I’m currently a third-year graduate student at Yale University, currently studying piano performance. Besides music, I enjoy longboarding,

Your latest novel, God Storm, is the sequel to Shadow Frost and it is set to release October 20th! Can you tell us about it?

For sure! God Storm picks up right after Shadow Frost. Just like the first book, we get different POV chapters from all of our favourite characters (as well as some new faces!), Six of-Crows style. Whereas Shadow Frost was very loosely based on Snow White, God Storm steals little bits of multiple fairytales here and there, so try and catch them all! As readers of the first book will know, most of the characters get separated at the end of Shadow Frost. I promise that they will be reunited in God Storm—just not in the ways that you might expect.

How was the writing process this time around? Was it similar to the first? Or different altogether?

It was quite different. Back when I was writing the first chapters of Shadow Frost, I had no idea where the story would eventually take me (i.e. a three-book publishing deal). So I went into God Storm with a very different, more organised approach. The biggest change was that I ended up making an outline for the book, which helped me plan the arc for the entire series. I definitely prefer the slightly more organised approach these days, since my life is already kind of crazy! Sometimes I don’t have time to write for a few days when university gets really busy, so having that outline helps me keep the pacing consistent throughout the book even when I feel like my life has veered off-track.

What was your favourite scene? Do you have a favourite character?

My favourite scenes to write involve our beloved Luna Evovich, who we discover possesses a secret identity in Shadow Frost, and her bodyguard, a brand new character by the name of Lady Eirene Killian. Lady Killian, too, hides a mysterious past and many dark secrets. She’s full of cunning, and her wits are sharper than the knives she wields. I’m sure her magical abilities will also interest a lot of readers—she’s got powers that we’ve never quite seen before.

What was the hardest part to write?

Honestly, I think it might have been the beginning. Between the querying and publishing process, it had been two years since I’d finished the first draft of Shadow Frost, and it took me a while to ease back into the swing of things. I usually don’t do a lot of rewriting, but I ended up cutting off a good chunk of the first few chapters and starting from scratch. On the other hand, I had spent the extra time between books envisioning the plot for God Storm so much so that the rest of the book practically wrote itself. I only wish I could say the same for the third book!

What’s in store for your beloved characters in the third and final book? Can you give us any hints?

God Storm explores the Immortal Realm quite a bit, but I’m thrilled to say that the characters in the third book will get to explore some of the other magical kingdoms in the Mortal Realm that we haven’t had a chance to visit yet, such as Volterra and Lethos, the kingdoms of earth and fire! Obviously, it’s kind of hard to talk about the third book without some major spoilers, but let’s just say that when Asterin and company must face the oncoming darkness, they will be joined by some very powerful allies—the most powerful beings, in fact, that this trilogy has ever seen.

What’s next for you? Are there any secret projects you’re working on?

Mwahaha, yes! I’m halfway through drafting my next big project. It’s a fantasy novel set in modern-day NYC and it’s filled with monsters and magic and kickass characters. I can’t wait to share more about it!!!

Do you have a favourite book? If so, what is it and why?

I recently read the Red Rising series by Pierce Brown and was absolutely floored by it. I cannot believe that man did not plot the first book out. It was so complex and intricate and fast-paced. That’s a superpower, if you ask me!

Since I last interviewed you, I took up your advice and watched Sex Education on Netflix and it was so good! Do you have any other TV recommendations for us?

UH, YEAH. FLEABAG. I binged both seasons in a single sitting. It’s fanTASTIC. Brilliant. Absolutely wicked. I wish I could say that I’ve found something like it since, but nothing has come close.

And of course, do you have any book recommendations for our readers?

I have a strange feeling that my recommendation is the same as last year, but the author had only just announced the book. Now it’s finally out—The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab!

Will you be picking up God Storm? Tell us in the comments below!

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While there have been many debut novels released this year, we round up some of the most buzzed about 2019 debuts!

Descendant of the Crane by Joan He
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In this shimmering Chinese-inspired fantasy, debut author Joan He introduces a determined and vulnerable young heroine struggling to do right in a world brimming with deception.

Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore
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A stunning debut for author Evie Dunmore and her Oxford Rebels, in which a fiercely independent vicar’s daughter takes on a powerful duke in a love story that threatens to upend the British social order.

The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow
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In the early 1900s, a young woman searches for her place in the world after finding a mysterious book in this captivating and lyrical debut.

We Hunt The Flame by Hafsah Faizal
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Set in a richly detailed world inspired by ancient Arabia, We Hunt the Flame is a gripping debut of discovery, conquering fear, and taking identity into your own hands.

Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin
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Set in a world of powerful women, dark magic, and off-the-charts romance, book one of this stunning fantasy duology will leave readers burning for more.

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
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A shocking psychological thriller of a woman’s act of violence against her husband—and of the therapist obsessed with uncovering her motive…

Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams
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Bridget Jones’s Diary meets Americanah in this disarmingly honest, boldly political, and truly inclusive novel that will speak to anyone who has gone looking for love and found something very different in its place.

The Perfect Son by Lauren North
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A disturbing and shocking debut novel of psychological suspense about a recently widowed mother, her young son, and the lengths she’ll go to in order to keep him safe.

The Storm Crow by Kalyn Josephson
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Eragon meets And I Darken in this thrilling new fantasy debut that follows a fallen princess as she ignites a rebellion to bring back the magical elemental crows that were taken from her people.

A Cosmology of Monsters by Shaun Hamill
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A tender and terrifying literary horror novel–the author’s debut–that tells the story of a family (creators of a haunted house attraction called the Wandering Dark) and the hereditary monsters–both metaphorical and all-too-real–that haunt them.

Fireborne by Rosaria Munda
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Seraphina meets Red Rising in a debut young adult fantasy that’s full of rivalry, romance… and dragons.

Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
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Tamsyn Muir’s Gideon the Ninth unveils a solar system of swordplay, cut-throat politics, and lesbian necromancers. Her characters leap off the page, as skilfully animated as necromantic skeletons. The result is a heart-pounding epic science fantasy.

Four Dead Queens by Astrid Scholte
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Four Queens. A divided nation. A ruthless pickpocket. A noble messenger. And the murders that unite them. An enthralling fast-paced murder mystery where competing agendas collide with deadly consequences.

Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
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A big-hearted romantic comedy in which First Son Alex falls in love with Prince Henry of Wales after an incident of international proportions forces them to pretend to be best friends…

There Will Come A Darkness by Katy Rose Pool
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Leigh Bardugo’s Six of Crows meets Kristin Cashore’s Graceling, with a dash of Winter is Coming, in this showstopping debut YA fantasy!

Shadow Frost by Coco Ma
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From young author Coco Ma comes a dazzling new tale of adventure, power, and betrayal, weaving together a stunning world of magic with a killer cast in an explosive, unforgettable debut.

Here and Now and Then by Mike Chen
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A uniquely emotional genre-bending debut, Here and Now and Then captures the perfect balance of heart, playfulness, and imagination, offering an intimate glimpse into the crevices of a father’s heart, and its capacity to stretch across both space and time to protect the people that mean the most.

The Good Luck Girls by Charlotte Nicole Davis
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Westworld meets The Handmaid’s Tale in this stunning fantasy adventure from debut author Charlotte Nicole Davis.

House of Salt and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig
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As one by one her beautiful sisters mysteriously die on their isolated island estate, Annaleigh must unravel the curse that haunts her family. Be careful who you dance with. . . .

Hollow Kingdom by Kira Jane Buxton
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One pet crow fights to save humanity from an apocalypse in this uniquely hilarious debut from a genre-bending literary author.

Do you have any new favourite authors from 2019? Tell us in the comments below!

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We’re excited to bring you the list of our most anticipated debut releases for this month! First thing first, there are a lot of debut releases this month, so you can imagine how hard it is to narrow it down into these 16 titles! Regardless, we hope you find something to be added from this list to your overflowing TBR.

I Hope You Get This Message by Farah Naz Rishi
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When the news about Earth that might end in seven days spread, the paths of three high-schoolers crossed each other. Struggling with each of their own problems, getting to know one another while trying to survive the end of the world might not what they were expected to do during their last week on Earth.

Tarnished Are the Stars by Rosiee Thor
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Three strangers must overcome their differences in the game of lies and twists and work together to put an end to a deadly epidemic in this queer #OwnVoices science-fantasy novel from debut author, Rosiee Thor.

The Light at the Bottom of the World by London Shah
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At the end of the twenty-first century, life continues one thousand feet below the ocean’s surface after an asteroid hit the Earth. When her father captured by the authority with vague reasoning, Leyla McQueen realized that she will risk everything to bring her father back, including joining a deadly sub-race or getting out of London illegally and explore the wild ocean for the very first time.

Shadow Frost by Coco Ma
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Going on a demon hunt to protect her kingdom, Asterin never imagined that she will unearth a plot to assassinate herself, The Princess, instead. Asterin and her companions begin to wonder how much of their lives have been lies, especially when they realize that the center of the web of deceit might very well be themselves.

A River of Royal Blood by Amanda Joy
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A River of Royal Blood is an enthralling debut set in a lush North African inspired fantasy world that subtly but powerfully challenges our notions of power, history, and identity.

Crier’s War by Nina Varela
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An impossible love between two girls—one human, one Made—whose romance could be the beginning of a revolution in this epic fantasy duology from debut author, Nina Varela.

The Good Luck Girls by Charlotte Nicole Davis
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Following the escape trip of five enslaved girls in their journey of finding freedom in the vicious land of Arketta, where people divided into ones with shadow and ones without one and demonic creatures and spirits wandered around.

The Memory Thief by Lauren Mansy
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In the city of Craewick, memories are the currency, citizens are divided by ability, and Gifted individuals can take memories from others through touch as they please. Trying to save her threatened mother, Etta will do whatever it takes, even if it means rejoining the rebel group she swore off in the wake of the accident years earlier and steal a map of prison created by the bloodthirsty ruler of a neighboring Realm.

Fireborne by Rosaria Munda
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When two childhood friends grow up together and the war is just over the edge, they must choose between the families they were born into or the one that they founded in each other.

Gravemaidens by Kelly Coon
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Gravemaidens is the start of a fierce fantasy duology about three maidens who are chosen for their land’s greatest honor…and one girl determined to save her sister from the grave.

The Last True Poets of the Sea by Julia Drake
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Epic, funny, and sweepingly romantic, The Last True Poets of the Sea is an astonishing debut about a missing piece of family history,  weathering the storms of life, and the strength it takes to swim up from a wreck.

The Library Of The Unwritten by A.J. Hackwith
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In the first book in a brilliant new fantasy series, books that aren’t finished by their authors reside in the Library of the Unwritten in Hell, and it is up to the Librarian to track down any restless characters who emerge from those unfinished stories.

Full Disclosure by Camryn Garrett
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In a community that isn’t always understanding, an HIV-positive teen must navigate fear, disclosure, and radical self-acceptance when she falls in love–and lust–for the first time.

Michigan vs. the Boys by Carrie S. Allen
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Michigan Manning lives and breathes hockey and her future depends on it, but when the girl’s team dismissed due to the budget cut, she was determined to find a way to keep playing, even if it means joining the boy’s team. Facing a culture of toxic masculinity, Michigan must weigh the consequences of speaking up – even if it means putting her future on the line.

Scars Like Wings by Erin Stewart
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Relatable, heartbreaking, and real, this is a story of Ava Lee who has lost everything there is to lose: Her parents. Her best friend. Her home. Even her face. But when Ava meets a fellow survivor named Piper, she begins to feel like maybe she doesn’t have to face the nightmare alone.

The Library of Lost Things by Laura Taylor Namey
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Darcy Wells has spent most of her time living in the worlds of her books. But when her only home suddenly hangs in the balance and her mother’s compulsive shopping habit pressure her even more, Asher Fleet, a former teen pilot with an unexpectedly shattered future, walks into the bookstore where she works… and straight into her heart.

Will you be checking out any of these debut authors? Tell us in the comments below!

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October also sees many authors releasing their debut novel including Rosaria Munda’s dragon-filled Fireborne, Farah Naz Rishi’s YA contemporary I Hope You Get This Message, and Amanda Joy’s A River of Royal Blood, which is set in a North African-inspired fantasy world. But that’s not all! Kelly Coon, Camryn Garrett, Coco Ma, London Shah, and Rosiee Thor will also be releasing their debut novels!

Read on to discover our picks and tell us in the comments below if you will be picking up one (or several) of these YA releases!

Fireborne by Rosaria Munda
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Seraphina meets Red Rising in a debut young adult fantasy that’s full of rivalry, romance… and dragons.

Gravemaidens by Kelly Coon
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The start of a fierce fantasy duology about three maidens who are chosen for their land’s greatest honor…and one girl determined to save her sister from the grave.

The Never Tilting World by Rin Chupeco
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Frozen meets Mad Max in this epic teen fantasy duology bursting with star-crossed romance, immortal heroines, and elemental magic, perfect for fans of Furyborn.

Full Disclosure by Camryn Garrett
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In a community that isn’t always understanding, an HIV-positive teen must navigate fear, disclosure, and radical self-acceptance when she falls in love–and lust–for the first time. Powerful and uplifting, Full Disclosure will speak to fans of Angie Thomas and Nicola Yoon.

Shadow Frost by Coco Ma
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From young author Coco Ma comes a dazzling new tale of adventure, power, and betrayal, weaving together a stunning world of magic with a killer cast in an explosive, unforgettable debut.

Tarnished Are the Stars by Rosiee Thor
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The Lunar Chronicles meets Rook in this queer #OwnVoices science-fantasy novel, perfect for fans of Marissa Meyer and Sharon Cameron.

A River of Royal Blood by Amanda Joy
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An enthralling debut perfect for fans of Children of Blood and Bone set in a North African-inspired fantasy world where two sisters must fight to the death to win the crown.

10 Blind Dates by Ashley Elston
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A light-hearted and romantic contemporary novel set during the holiday season and full of humor, heart and heartbreak.

The Burning Shadow by Jennifer L. Armentrout
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#1 New York Times, USA Today, and internationally bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout returns to the world of the Lux with The Burning Shadow, the steamy, shocking second installment of the Origin series that will leave readers reeling.

The Light at the Bottom of the World by London Shah
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In the last days of the twenty-first century, sea creatures swim through the ruins of London. Trapped in the abyss, humankind wavers between fear and hope–fear of what lurks in the depths around them, and hope that they might one day find a way back to the surface.

I Hope You Get This Message by Farah Naz Rishi
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In this high concept YA novel debut that’s We All Looked Up meets The Sun Is Also a Star, three teens must face down the mistakes of their past after they learn that life on Earth might end in less than a week.

The Fountains of Silence by Ruta Sepetys
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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Salt to the Sea and Between Shades of Gray comes a gripping, unforgettable portrait of love, silence, and secrets amidst a Spanish dictatorship.

Will you be picking up any of these young adult releases? Tell us in the comments below!

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I had the pleasure of chatting to Coco about all things Shadow Frost, along with writing, recommendations, and more!

Hi Coco! Could you tell us a little about yourself?

Hello, lovelies! I’m currently a grad student at Yale University, and I love eating cake, skateboarding around campus, red pandas, Billie Eilish, strawberry-flavoured Pocky, Studio Ghibli, eating cake, dogs, Boba Guys, Kingsman: The Secret Service, and eating cake, in no particular order. I turned 19 last month and I’m still using that as an excuse to eat cake, so yeah, I really love cake. Sorry, every time I’m asked to introduce myself, I usually just try to veer the conversation to cake. Also, someone once asked me to tell me their life story and I answered with: “I was born.” And then I ran away.

Other than that, I’ve been playing the piano for about fourteen years and graduated from Juilliard a while ago.

Your debut novel, Shadow Frost, is set to release on October 1^st! Can you tell us what it’s about?

Well, for starters, Shadow Frost is a YA-fantasy novel. It follows the story of a princess who volunteers to kill an immortal demon. Obviously, a lot of foreseeable problems in that sentence alone! The world of Shadow Frost is flush with magic—specifically, elemental magic. Everyone has these powers called affinities. Some have ice affinities, or fire affinities, or illusion affinities. Some have only one affinity, and some, like Princess Asterin, have multiple. Early on, Asterin discovers that a seemingly unconquerable demon is wreaking havoc in her kingdom. When she realizes that her powers may hold the key to defeating it, she and her badass magical warrior companions set off to hunt it down in the mysterious forest where it supposedly dwells. But darker forces are at work, and in a world of magic, nothing is ever as it seems… ( •̀ᴗ•́ )

What was one thing you knew you just had to include going into this story? Was there something you wanted to avoid?

I’ve always loved fairy tales, especially the originals, which tend to be a little more grim. So I knew that I wanted to interweave fairy tale elements into my writing, and though there is one particular story I drew a lot of inspiration from for Shadow Frost, the sequel includes a plethora of more. Even so, I tried to keep it subtle, and I love it when people suddenly realize halfway through the book or later that they’ve been in this alternate version of a familiar fairy tale all along. In terms of characters, it was really interesting for me to write teenagers as a teenager myself. When I was writing Shadow Frost, I knew it would be YA. Asterin, the protagonist, is a very headstrong, independent female character, but she’s young. She makes a lot of mistakes and faces the consequences. And personally, giving her room to make those mistakes, as well as to develop and grow up, has been pretty therapeutic for me, because it’s helped me shape myself into the person I am now.

Other features include alternating POVs of a huge cast (*cough cough thank you Six of Crows I love you cough*), and characters that look like they could kill you but are actually cinnamon rolls. Or characters that look like cinnamon rolls but could actually kill you.

What inspired you to write Shadow Frost?

Honestly, I didn’t know I was writing Shadow Frost until I was about halfway through the story and I suddenly realized that I was apparently writing a book! But so many things have inspired me to write in general. Authors include VE Schwab, Leigh Bardugo, Holly Black, Laini Taylor, and a boatload of others. I read so many books before I fell in love with writing. I used to read books while I practiced piano. Like, at the same time. Obviously, that habit was A Bit Not Good, and I knew it, but I couldn’t seem to stop myself. So I had a bunch of pre-planned hiding places for my books in the vicinity of the piano in case my parents walked by, which included inside the piano itself (sorry, piano), under my sweater, in the hood of my sweater, propped against the inside ledge of an oil painting canvas beside the piano (one of my proudest hiding spots), and even fixed to the underside of my piano bench with string. The secrets are all out now!!! @Juilliard please don’t rescind my diploma!

What did you find to be the easiest to write? Hardest? Favourite?

I used to love writing dialogue the most because I just pretended to be all of the characters at once. You know when you recall a conversation you had while you’re in the shower? And you think of a really good comeback that you totally should have used? Yeah, I did that a lot, and it usually ended up in the dialogue, some way or another. I like to believe that I’ve diverged from that rather questionable writing tactic, but I remember that writing dialogue was a lot of fun for me in Shadow Frost. The most difficult scenes for me to write are generally those that involve innocents suffering or getting hurt. Unfortunately, however, that is a reality in our real world, and often leaders leap into action only in the aftermath of a catastrophe or tragedy. On that note, my favourite parts to write are character arc tipping points, which do tend to occur in the face of life-changing circumstances. And of course, I adore writing scenes focused on the characters and their relationships to one another!

You started writing this when you were 15. How did you manage to balance your writing with school?

When I was in high school, I had a lot more opportunity to write my book while I was actually in class. Like, most teachers didn’t allow random laptop usage, but I would print out the entire manuscript and edit on paper. No one questioned it! That is definitely not possible nowadays, laptop or not. If you drop your pen and bend down during a Yale lecture, you miss like 10% of the material on the final exam. Just kidding, but seriously. Anyway, I’ve gotten a lot better at time management over the years, but I think the whole balancing act requires a lot of flexibility. Some days, it takes me like an hour to write 300 words because I’m super distracted. I’ve learned to accept that those days are better spent doing other things, whether that means studying or taking a quick skateboarding breather around campus. I think I’m really lucky, because people always say, “take a break to do the things you love,” and… gosh, I really love writing. Like, a lot. So it never really feels like I’m forcing myself to do it, you know? That’s really important, I think.

I’ve always said that characters are what make or break a story and in Shadow Frost, you did an excellent job at making each person unique and bursting with character. You even built in backstories for many of them. How did you go about fleshing out your characters like that?

*blushes* Aww, thank you! Well, I definitely need to mention here that Six of Crows is one of my favourite books ever. Of course, it goes without saying that Leigh did a spectacular job with all of the POV juggling. And in general, I prefer the relationship dynamics of  a team of characters over a lead with supporting characters. So I was very invested right from the start, and I love a good backstory. Sarah J Maas did one reveal in Heir of Fire, I think, and it left me shooketh for days. My editor suggested pretty early on that I make a chart of all the characters and list out their characteristics, strengths, weaknesses, and motivations, and though it seemed kind of boring to do at the time (sorry, Scott), it actually really provided me a much clearer insight into the inner workings of every character. 11/10 would recommend.

What can we expect in the sequel? And how many books do you hope will be in the series? Any hints?

Shadow Frost is going to be a trilogy, I believe, with the potential of a standalone collection of legends about the nine elemental gods and goddesses featured in the series. I know a lot of people wish they could know more about the Immortals in Shadow Frost, but there are so many of them! I’d definitely be down to actually publish those legends since they already lurk in the back of my mind, but we’ll see.

For the sequel, you can expect… pain. And triumph. And suffering. Lots of suffering. And character development. And cake, of course. It’s a pretty wild ride. In all seriousness, though, the sequel will introduce a few new high stakes players as well as explore the Immortal Realm on a much deeper level. I think the pacing is quite different because every character is facing the imminent threat of running out of time… in every sense of the expression.

Do you have any advice for aspiring novelists?

You know the phrase, don’t work hard, work smart? Hot take: work hard and work smart. That’s how I approach everything in life. And also, never stop being ambitious.

I’ve also heard that you’re somewhat of a Netflix fiend, have any recommendations?

SEX EDUCATION JUST WRAPPED SEASON 2.

That is all I’m going to say.

Lastly, do you have any book or author recommendations for us?

Oh, yeah. Just look in the acknowledgments of Shadow Frost. Pick any of the authors that I mention in there. Spoiler alert: VE Schwab is at the top of that list.

Will you be picking up Shadow Frost? Tell us in the comments below!

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Read on to discover the authors who will be releasing their debut novels and tell us in the comments below what you’re looking forward to!

JULY

Wilder Girls by Rory Power
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A feminist Lord of the Flies about three best friends living in quarantine at their island boarding school, and the lengths they go to uncover the truth of their confinement when one disappears. This fresh, new debut is a mind-bending novel unlike anything you’ve read before.

The Other Mrs. Miller by Allison Dickson
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In this unputdownable domestic suspense debut, a lonely suburban housewife finds her life entangled with the family that moves in across the street at the same time that she becomes convinced someone is watching her–perfect for fans of The Couple Next Door and The Last Mrs. Parrish.

Spin The Dawn by Elizabeth Lim
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Project Runway meets Mulan in this sweeping YA fantasy about a young girl who poses as a boy to compete for the role of imperial tailor and embarks on an impossible journey to sew three magic dresses, from the sun, the moon, and the stars.

Tell Me Everything by Cambria Brockman
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A murder at an elite New England college tears apart a group of friends – and one of them is playing a dangerous game – in this electrifying debut in the tradition of In a Dark, Dark Wood and The Couple Next Door.

The Last Book Party by Karen Dukess
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A page-turning, coming-of-age story, written with a lyrical sense of place and a profound appreciation for the sustaining power of books, The Last Book Party shows what happens when youth and experience collide and what it takes to find your own voice.

The Expectations by Alexander Tilney
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In the tradition of Prep and Old School, a sharp and evocative portrait of insiders–and outsiders–at an elite boarding school who must face a reality very different from the one they imagined.

AUGUST

Beasts of the Frozen Sun by Jill Criswell
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Every child of Glasnith learns the last words of Aillira, the god-gifted mortal whose doomed love affair sparked a war of gods and men, and Lira of clan Stone knows the story better than most. As a descendant of Aillira and god-gifted in her own right, she has the power to read people’s souls, to see someone’s true essence with only a touch of her hand.

Nottingham by Nathan Makaryk
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Both a gripping historical epic and fascinating deconstruction of the Robin Hood legend, Nathan Makaryk’s Nottingham mixes history and myth into a complex study of power–one that twists and turns far beyond the traditional tale of Sherwood Forest’s iconic thief.

A Dress for the Wicked by Autumn Krause
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The high-stakes fashion scene of a reimagined nineteenth century Europe takes center stage in this YA debut perfect for fans of The Belles and The Luxe.

Hollow Kingdom by Kira Jane Buxton
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One pet crow fights to save humanity from an apocalypse in this uniquely hilarious debut from a genre-bending literary author.

Campusland by Scott Johnston
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A tumultuous and often hilarious first novel about one year of insanity at the Ivy-like Devon University, a blissful bubble of elite students and the adults at their mercy.

Color Me In by Natasha Diaz
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Debut YA author Natasha Díaz pulls from her personal experience to inform this powerful coming-of-age novel about the meaning of friendship, the joyful beginnings of romance, and the racism and religious intolerance that can both strain a family to the breaking point and strengthen its bonds.

SEPTEMBER

Frankly in Love by David Yoon
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In this moving novel, debut author David Yoon takes on the question of who am I? with a result that is humorous, heartfelt, and ultimately unforgettable.

Cold Storage by David Koepp
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For readers of Andy Weir and Noah Hawley comes an astonishing debut by the screenwriter of Jurassic Park: a wild and terrifying adventure about three strangers who must work together to contain a highly contagious, deadly organism

Tinfoil Butterfly by Rachel Eve Moulton
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The Shining meets About a Boy in this electrifying debut about a troubled young woman and a lonely boy facing their demons in the frozen Black Hills.

The Tenth Girl by Sara Faring
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Simmering in Patagonian myth, The Tenth Girl is a gothic psychological thriller with a haunting twist.

Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin
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Set in a world of powerful women, dark magic, and off-the-charts romance, book one of this stunning fantasy duology will leave readers burning for more.

A Cosmology of Monsters by Shaun Hamill
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A tender and terrifying literary horror novel–the author’s debut–that tells the story of a family (creators of a haunted house attraction called the Wandering Dark) and the hereditary monsters–both metaphorical and all-too-real–that haunt them.

OCTOBER

A River of Royal Blood by Amanda Joy
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An enthralling debut perfect for fans of Children of Blood and Bone set in a North African-inspired fantasy world where two sisters must fight to the death to win the crown.

Fireborne by Rosaria Munda
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Seraphina meets Red Rising in a debut young adult fantasy that’s full of rivalry, romance… and dragons.

Gravemaidens by Kelly Coon
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The start of a fierce fantasy duology about three maidens who are chosen for their land’s greatest honor…and one girl determined to save her sister from the grave. 

How Fires End by Marco Rafala
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A dark secret born out of World War II lies at the heart of a Sicilian American family in this emotional and sweeping saga of guilt, revenge, and, ultimately, redemption.

Shadow Frost by Coco Ma
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From young author Coco Ma comes a dazzling new tale of adventure, power, and betrayal, weaving together a stunning world of magic with a killer cast in an explosive, unforgettable debut.

Tarnished Are the Stars by Rosiee Thor
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The Lunar Chronicles meets Rook in this queer #OwnVoices science-fantasy novel, perfect for fans of Marissa Meyer and Sharon Cameron.

NOVEMBER

Her Crown of Fire by Renee April
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In the dull, everyday world, seventeen-year-old Rose Evermore struggles to plan beyond her final year of high school. But when fire suddenly obeys her every command and her dreams predict the future, she becomes hungry for more of this strange power.

A Thousand Fires by Shannon Price
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Shannon Price’s A Thousand Fires is a breakout contemporary debut―think The Outsiders meets The Iliad―that’s perfect for fans of Courtney Summers and Veronica Roth.

On Swift Horses by Shannon Pufahl
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A lonely newlywed and her wayward brother-in-law follow divergent and dangerous paths through the postwar American West.

Songs from the Deep by Kelly Powell
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A girl searches for a killer on an island where deadly sirens lurk just beneath the waves in this gripping, atmospheric debut novel.

When The Stars Lead To You by Ronni Davis
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Nicola Yoon meets Jenny Han in a heated first-love romance about two teens who are torn apart one summer by prejudice and mental illness, and find each other once again.

My Sister Is Missing by Julia Barrett
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Stephanie Henderson gazes at her newborn daughter and wonders if husband Adam will notice the lack of resemblance. But when her lover demands a paternity test, Stephanie tells Adam a string of lies—lies that lead the two men to a dramatic confrontation.

DECEMBER

Dangerous Alliance by Jennieke Cohen
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The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue meets Jane Austen in this witty, winking historical romance with a dash of mystery!

Would Like To Meet by Rachel Winters
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A cynical assistant at a screenwriting agency must reenact the meet-cute scenes from classic romantic comedy movies in order to help her #1 client get his scriptwriting mojo back–but can a real-life meet-cute be in store for someone who doesn’t believe in happily ever after?

All That’s Bright and Gone by Eliza Nellums
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Fans of Jodi Picoult and Fredrik Backman will fall for this tenderhearted debut mystery following a young girl on a quest to save her family.

The Network by L.C. Shaw
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A pulse-pounding, page-turning thriller involving corruption, secrets, and lies at the very deepest levels of government and media.

The Dating Charade by Melissa Ferguson
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Melissa Ferguson’s hilarious and warmhearted debut reminds us that love can come in very small packages—and that sometimes our best-laid plans aren’t nearly as rewarding and fun as the surprises that come our way.

Holly Banks Full of Angst by Julie Valerie
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A laugh-out-loud debut novel for anyone who’s tried to live the perfect life—and learned the hard way there’s no such thing.

Will you be reading any of these debuts? Tell us in the comments below!

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