The Barnes & Noble Discover Prize
Celebrating New Writers
The Artist and the Feast
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Get enamored by the landscapes of Provence in this deliciously crafted slow-burn romance between a curious journalist and the unexpected artist who emerges from the kitchen.
Great Black Hope
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Urgent, unique and utterly thrilling, this story about identity, home and hope is a triumphant introduction to a fresh voice in fiction.
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Kaplan's Plot
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Buried secrets. Healing. Reflection. When his business fails, Elijah returns home where past and present collide and a riveting family mystery unravels. Delving into generational trauma and Chicago’s dark history, this is a suspenseful and haunting read.
Lonely Crowds
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Friendship. Ambition. Art. Desire. This is a thought-provoking exploration that captures the ups and downs of a lifelong bond between two women. Tethering love, obsession and the pressures of coming of age, this is a heart-stirring meditation on the passage of time.
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Maggie; or, A Man and a Woman Walk Into a Bar
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When life throws her lemons, one woman chooses to find humor in heartbreak. Witty, full of heart and beautiful poetic prose — with a side of Chinese folklore — this refreshing novel is perfect for fans of short literary fiction.
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Tilt
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What would you do if the world started crumbling around you? Emma Pattee explores humanity, desperation, love and survival in this breathtaking read.
2024 Winner: Swift River
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The 2024 Barnes & Noble Discover Prize winner is Swift River by Essie Chambers!
Here's what our booksellers are saying: "A warm, uplifting novel that stole my heart" … "All the emotion and insecurity of any good coming-of-age tale" … "I found myself being pulled into Diamond's story, her family history and mythology" … "Combines the confusion, humor, and heartbreak of finding out who you are."
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2023 Winner: The Berry Pickers
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The 2023 Barnes & Noble Discover Prize winner is The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters!
Here's what our booksellers are saying: "Fabulously compelling" … "Begins as a tragic mystery and blossoms into a story of resilient hope" … "This poignant debut reaches deep into your emotional core" … "A powerfully heartbreaking, yet ultimately hopeful debut."
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