In this blog, titled “Best Debut Authors of the Month (November 2023),” we spotlight a diverse array of writers who have made their impressive entry into the realms of fiction, non-fiction, and everything in between.
Born in Taiwan and influenced by her experiences across cultures, Cheng’s background enriches her storytelling with vivid detail and depth.
Linda Cheng’s debut novel weaves a mesmerizing tale set in the glamorous yet cutthroat world of K-pop, blending speculative fiction with thriller elements.
Transitioning from academia, where she studied cults and new religious movements, to a university archivist, Turner channels her unique background into her writing.
A former TV sports reporter, Elise Hart Kipness makes a striking debut in the thriller genre with her novel set in the adrenaline-charged world of sports journalism.
Celebrated for her Emmy and James Beard Award-nominated culinary show and cookbooks, Ali Rosen debuts in romantic fiction with “Recipe for Second Chances.”
Award-winning author Michelle Porter debuts in fiction with “A Grandmother Begins the Story,” a novel deeply rooted in her Métis heritage.
Transitioning from a career in medical imaging to a fantasy author on New Zealand’s Kapiti Coast, Katharine J. Adams debuts with a novel rich in dark magic and intricate world-building.