On the first Friday of the month, join us as we celebrate and launch a selection of the best debut novels published today. Be among the first to discover boundary-pushing and world-expanding work from exciting new voices in fiction.
Kick off the weekend with a happy hour at our cash bar for ticket holders in our Members Lounge starting at 6pm. Then, at 7pm, we’ll move to our auditorium for readings from the featured debut novelists, followed by a short moderated conversation. The party continues with book signings and signature cocktails to round out the night. Go home with something new—a book, a friend, a favorite Friday night tradition.
This month, we are pleased to welcome debut novelists Morgan Day (The Oldest Bitch Alive), Lisa Lee (American Han), and Giada Scodellaro (Ruins, Child). April’s novels ask what it means to stay, to leave, and to become someone new—within friendships, families, and the wider world. Joseph Earl Thomas, winner of The Center for Fiction 2024 First Novel Prize for God Bless You, Otis Spunkmeyer, will join us as the evening’s moderator. We hope you’ll support our featured authors by buying their books at the event (purchase all three for 15% off). Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!