Debut Spotlight

The KYD Debut Spotlight is our way of shining a light on the many brilliant debut authors in this country. Each month we feature a fantastic new-release work of fiction or non-fiction, with author interviews and independent reviews from KYD contributors.

July Debut Spotlight: The Occupation by Chloe Adams
(Penguin Random House)

The Occupation is a moving and interrogative historical novel that explores the post-WWII occupation of Japan by the Allied forces, including the settlement of thousands of Australians.

Stay tuned for a video Q&A with Chloe, plus a book giveaway.

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Debut Spotlight is a paid partnership with Australian publishers designed to promote the discussion of new authors’ work to a wide audience. Titles are selected by KYD.

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