Book lovers + enthusiasts alike, this one's for you. The Wake County Public Libraries recently shared 2024's most popular books in the county. Last year was a busy time for the libraries of Wake County, and the proof is in the numbers.

Libraries aren't just a hub filled with books, they're centers filled with tools and resources aimed to support communities. In 2024 alone, Wake County Public Libraries welcomed over 3.1 million visitors that led to nearly 12 million checkouts. Additionally, the libraries hosted 10,000+ programs for the community and saw more than 300,000 program attendees.

But back to why we're here — the most popular books of 2024 in Wake County spanned many genres. Whether you're still building your TBR list or want to get more into reading, consider these titles:

Fantasy

"Fourth Wing" by Rebecca Yarros
"Iron Flame" by Rebecca Yarros

Fiction

"The Five-Star Weekend" by Elin Hilderbrand
"Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt

Historical Fiction

"Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus
"The Women" by Kristin Hannah

Mystery + Thriller

"Don't Believe It" by Charlie Donlea
"The Exchange: After The Firm" by John Grisham
"The Locked Door" by Freida McFadden
"The Teacher" by Freida McFadden
"You Shouldn't Have Come Here" by Jeneva Rose

Romance

"Happy Place" by Emily Henry
"Tom Lake" by Ann Patchett

If you’re looking for more titles, explore our City Guide featuring locally owned bookstores and books written by authors with Raleigh ties.