1.   His first novel drew breathless superlatives from critics.

2.   He is currently working on his first novel.

3.   His first novel received high praise.

4.   Peter Mayle has just completed his first novel.

5.   Alina Reyes shot to fame a few years ago with her extraordinary first novel.

6.   ...the posthumous publication of his first novel.

7.   She has published her first sci-fi novel and hopes to write more such novels.

8.   Her first novel was inspired by her early childhood.

9.   His acclaimed first novel was an auspicious debut.

10.   Her first novel was a family saga set in Iowa.