Clayton's Top Reads: Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library shares most read books of 2024

Submitted by Town of Clayton

CLAYTON — As we say goodbye to 2024, the Town of Clayton looks back at the books that captivated the attention of nearly 10,000 library cardholders over the past year.

Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library is excited to share the most-circulated books from its physical and digital collections, spanning a variety of genres and interests that have captured the attention of readers of all ages and reflect the library’s vibrant and diverse community.

Top reads include New York Times bestsellers, award-winning titles and even books that have been adapted into popular television shows or movies. Whether it’s a gripping thriller, a heartfelt drama, or a timeless children’s classic, these selections have made a lasting impact on local readers.

Here’s a glimpse at the top 10 most-circulated books in the adult, teen, juvenile and picture book collections for 2024:

Adult

1. “Someone Else’s Shoes,” by Jojo Moyes

2. “Transcendent Kingdom,” by Yaa Gyasi

3. “The Women,” by Kristin Hannah

4. “Still See You Everywhere,” by Lisa Gardner

5. “The Measure,” by Nikki Erlick

6. “Reminders of Him,” by Colleen Hoover

7. “Verity,” by Colleen Hoover

8. “Fourth Wing,” by Rebecca Yarros

9. “The Housemaid,” by Freida McFadden

10. “Summers at the Saint,” by Mary Kay Andrews

Teen

1. “Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief,” by Rick Riordan

2. “A Court of Frost and Starlight,” by Sarah J. Maas

3. “The Book Thief,” by Markus Zusak

4. “A Court of Thorns and Rose,” by Sarah J. Maas

5. “Crown of Midnight,” by Sarah J. Maas

6. “The Sea of Monsters,” by Rick Riordan

7. “A Court of Wings and Ruin,” by Sarah J. Maas

8. “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” by Suzanne Collins

9. “The Cruel Prince,” by Holly Black

10. “The Sword of Summer,” by Rick Riordan

Juvenile

1. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck,” by Jeff Kinney

2. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Greg Heffley's Journal,” by Jeff Kinney

3. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown,” by Jeff Kinney

4. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel,” by Jeff Kinney

5. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down,” by Jeff Kinney

6. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End,” by Jeff Kinney

7. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days,” by Jeff Kinney

8. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul,” by Jeff Kinney

9. “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw,” by Jeff Kinney

10. “Tales from a Not-So-Happy Heartbreaker,” by Rachel Renée Russell

Children

1. “I Love My New Toy,” by Mo Willems

2. “I Am Invited to a Party!” by Mo Willems

3. “Happy Pig Day!” by Mo Willems

4. “My New Friend Is So Fun!” by Mo Willems

5. “Let’s Go for a Drive!” by Mo Willems

6. “The Berenstain Bears and Too Much TV,” by Stan Berenstain

7. “Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses,” by James Dean

8. “Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed,” by Eileen Christelow

9. “Creepy Carrots!” by Aaron Reynolds

10. “Strawberries are Red,” by Petr Horáček

Circulation of the library’s physical collection exceeded 140,000 items and its digital collection reached nearly 30,000 items this year, a testament to the community’s deep love for reading.

For those who have yet to sign up for a library card, it’s free for all Johnston County residents. Visit claytonlibrarync.org to get started today.