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.

March Debut Spotlight: An Onslaught of Light by Natasha Rai
(Pantera Press)

An Onslaught of Light is a luminous, beautifully observed novel about migration, diaspora and queer identity. Indian-Australian writer Natasha Rai explores these themes, the people we once were, and the people we can become—if only we’re brave enough to try. Stay tuned later this month for a video Q&A with Josie, plus a book review in KYD.

Debut Spotlight is a paid partnership with Australian publishers designed to promote the critical discussion of new authors’ work to a wide audience. Titles are selected by KYD, and all reviews have editorial independence.

Find all our Debut Spotlight content below, or browse our First Book Club archive.