As an avid reader, I am always on the lookout for new and exciting books to add to my collection. One of the things I love most is discovering debut authors and their unique perspectives and storytelling abilities. With 2023 just around the corner, I have compiled a list of the top ten books by debut authors that I am most excited about.

1. “The Weight of Our Sky” by Hanna Alkaf- This historical fiction novel follows a young girl in 1969 Malaysia during the race riots, as she navigates both inner and outer turmoil.

2. “Concrete Rose” by Angie Thomas- A prequel to her bestselling novel “The Hate U Give,” this book explores the origins of a beloved character, Maverick Carter.

3. “Once There Were Wolves” by Charlotte McConaghy- A blend of literary fiction and environmental thriller, this novel follows a biologist on a mission to reintroduce wolves to the Scottish Highlands.

4. “The Push” by Ashley Audrain- A psychological thriller about motherhood and the dark secrets that can lie within a family.

5. “The Love Hypothesis” by Ali Hazelwood- A romantic comedy about a fake relationship between two scientists that leads to real feelings.

6. “She Who Became the Sun” by Shelley Parker-Chan- A sweeping historical fantasy novel set in Ming dynasty China, following a gender-swapping heroine who seizes power and destiny.

7. “The Book of Cold Cases” by Simone St. James- A mystery novel about a journalist investigating a decades-old murder with the help of a ghost.

8. “The Girls I’ve Been” by Tess Sharpe- A YA thriller about a girl forced to confront her past as a con artist to save herself and her friends.

9. “Falling” by T.J. Newman- A high-octane thriller set on a hijacked plane, where a flight attendant must make impossible choices to save her loved ones.

10. “The Forest of Stolen Girls” by June Hur- A mystery novel set in 1426 Korea, where two sisters search for their missing father amidst dark secrets and treachery.

These ten books by debut authors cover a wide range of genres and styles, from historical fiction to thrillers to romance. I cannot wait to dive into each of these novels and discover new voices and stories that will captivate and inspire me. 2023 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for books, and these debut authors are definitely ones to watch.