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National Book Lovers Day

Calling all book lovers — did you know that there’s a day meant entirely for you? Yep, August 9 is National Book Lovers Day and it’s dedicated to bibliophiles. There’s no better way to celebrate than to grab a book, kindle or tablet and find a cozy place to read the day away. Just make sure you take some time to recognize this astonishing holiday. If you need help picking out your next great read, have a look at the top 10 most checked out adult fiction and nonfiction books at Lexington County Public Library so far this year. If you’re looking for more personalized reading recommendations, we can help with that, too. Simply fill out the form — What Should I Read Next?

Book List | Top 10 Fiction

The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah
The Sentinel by Lee Child
Daylight by David Baldacci
A Time for Mercy by John Grisham
The Return by Nicholas Sparks
Deadly Cross by James Patterson

Book List | Top 10 Nonfiction

Book List | Library Staff Favorite Reads

Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Good Omens by Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett
Crazy is My Superpower by A.J. Brooks
Ready Player Two by Ernest Cline
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