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by Percival Everett

We are thrilled to announce James by Percival Everett as the B&N Book of the Year! A powerful story of family, home and freedom. Percival Everett has flipped the script on an American classic as Huck Finn steps to the side and Jim — James — takes center stage.

"Sharp, smart, funny and bold, this is a must-read." — Mike, Bookseller, Minneapolis, MN.

Learn more on Poured Over: The B&N Podcast.

by Katherine Rundell, Ashley Mackenzie (Illustrator)

We are very excited to announce Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell as our inaugural B&N Children’s Book of the Year. Impossible Creatures brings all your favorite mythical creatures into one deeply moving portal fantasy.

"Kids and their grown-ups will love to get lost in this magical adventure." – Isabelle, Bookseller, New York, NY.

Learn more on The B&N Blog and browse all the Book of the Year Winners and Finalists.

by Essie Chambers

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."

Learn more on Poured Over: The B&N Podcast, and browse all Discover Prize Winners & Finalists.