Most-set authors
Genres
literary fiction (8) · mystery & crime (3) · thriller & suspense (3) · historical fiction (2) · romance (2) · horror (1)
When the stories are set
Mid-20th century (2) · Late 20th century (1)
Publication span
1929 (Look Homeward, Angel) to 2025 (Oathbound)
Award winners
Ender's Game (Hugo Award for Best Novel)
Adapted for screen or stage
Books
Quick answers
What books are set in North Carolina?
The Dogear maps 23 books set in North Carolina, including Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card, Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens, Death du Jour by Kathy Reichs, Heart the Lover by Lily King and People Like Us by Jason Mott.
Which authors have set the most books in North Carolina?
Ron Rash (2 books) and Jason Mott (2 books).
Which award-winning books are set in North Carolina?
Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card (Hugo Award for Best Novel, 1986).
Which books set in North Carolina have been adapted for film or TV?
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens (adapted as Where the Crawdads Sing, 2022) and Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card (adapted as Ender's Game, 2013).