| Can’t decide what to read next? Pick up a novel set in the Old North State! Whether you’re seeking a setting in the mountains, on the coast, in a bustling Piedmont urban area, or on a quiet farm in the Coastal Plain, there is a North Carolina novel for you.
If you have a favorite North Carolina novelist or just want to see what's out there, browse by author through the entire list.
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Wait, there's more! The books listed here are just the tip of the iceberg. Learn how to find still more North Carolina novels. |
Literary characters abound in our state, and this guide will help you track down one in your neighborhood.
You can't find it on a map. North Carolina novels are often set in fictional towns.
When one book isn't enough, try reading one of the many series set in North Carolina.
Have we missed something? If you know of a recent novel set in North Carolina that you do not see on this page, please contact the North Carolina Collection and let us know about it.
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