Long Island’s Top Reads: “The Women” Reigns Supreme
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- 1. Long Island’s Top Reads: “The Women” Reigns Supreme
- 2. Fiction Reigns Supreme Both Zuena and Samantha Alberts,administrator for member services at the Suffolk Cooperative Library System,noted that the top 10 most borrowed books were all novels.With the exception of Prince Harry’s memoir “Spare” appearing on nassau’s top 10 in 2023, fiction remains the dominant genre. However, both library systems have observed a surge in the popularity of a flourishing genre: “romantasy,” a captivating blend of romance and fantasy. This trend is particularly evident in the realm of e-books. “Our patrons are engaging with the story, but in different formats,” alberts observed. Rebecca Yarros’ “Fourth Wing,” published in 2023, exemplifies this trend, appearing on both 2024 lists and boasting higher e-book checkouts than print copies. As of Monday, “Fourth Wing” had 1,019 print checkouts in Suffolk, but 6,306 in e-book format and 3,558 in audiobooks. this propelled it into Suffolk’s top five most checked-out books.Its sequel, “Iron Flame,” also made a splash, ranking eighth fifth in e-books, and tenth in audiobooks. “Fourth Wing” wasn’t quite as popular in Nassau, ranking 56th with just over 1,000 print checkouts. However, its e-book version, with over 7,000 checkouts, catapulted it to seventh place on Nassau’s overall list. Sarah J. Maas’ “A Court of Thorns and Roses,” published in 2015, also resonated with Suffolk readers, ranking fifth among the most requested audiobooks. A Rise in Demand for E-books and Audiobooks Other novels appearing on both lists included “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride, “None of This Is True,” by Lisa Jewell and “first Lie Wins,” by Ashley Elston. Alberts noted a surge in the demand for e-books and audiobooks, which almost matches the demand for print books. This presents a challenge for libraries as e-books require licensing and aren’t as readily accessible as print. “Not all books are always available in those different formats,” Alberts explained. “It’s not because the library won’t do it, it’s a lot of times because they can’t get those same e-books that you can buy personally.” With the third book in the “Fourth Wing” series scheduled for publication in January, Zuena anticipates a notable increase in checkouts for sequels next year. Whether your favorite format is an e-book or a classic print novel, don’t forget to reserve your copy! “Definately get your hold on it,” recommends Zuena. Long Island Readers Embrace “The Women” as Top Borrowed Book readers across Nassau and Suffolk counties have spoken, and Kristin Hannah’s “The Women” has emerged as the most popular borrowed book of the year. The historical fiction novel, which tells the story of a nurse during the Vietnam War, secured the top spot in both library systems. In Nassau, “The Women” garnered a staggering 19,686 checkouts, surpassing last year’s most popular book, “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus, by nearly 5,300 checkouts.Lisa zuena, Nassau Library System communications and marketing specialist, expressed her surprise at the significant number, stating, “Seeing that number, I pulled the stats a second time. I was convinced it was wrong. It was just so high.But no, it’s correct.” Suffolk Cooperative Library System also reported “The Women” as their most borrowed book, with a remarkable 25,018 checkouts. This trend underscores the widespread appeal of Hannah’s work, known for its captivating storytelling and historical depth. Both Nassau and suffolk library systems observed a distinct preference for novels among their top ten most borrowed books. Samantha alberts, administrator for member services at the Suffolk Cooperative Library System, remarked, “It was no surprise that the top 10 books were all novels.” Zuena echoed this sentiment, noting that fiction generally dominates the borrowing lists. Interestingly, both library systems have witnessed a surge in the popularity of “romantasy” – a genre blending romance and fantasy elements.This trend is particularly evident in e-book borrowing. As an example, Rebecca Yarros’ “Fourth Wing,” published in 2023, achieved high rankings across print, ebook, and audiobook formats on both library systems’ lists. Alberts highlighted the growing demand for e-books and audiobooks,stating,”Our patrons are engaging with the story,but in different formats.” This shift presents a unique challenge for libraries, as acquiring digital licenses for e-books can be more complex than procuring physical copies.”Not all books are always available in those different formats,” Alberts acknowledged. “It’s not because the library won’t do it, it’s a lot of times because they can’t get those same e-books that you can buy personally.” Looking ahead, Zuena anticipates strong borrowing numbers for sequels in the coming year. “I expect to see a significant number of checkouts for sequels next year, as the third book in the ‘Fourth Wing’ series is set to be published in january.” With ongoing popularity of both established and emerging authors, Long Island readers have a wealth of captivating stories at their fingertips. Whether you choose a physical copy or delve into the digital realm, be sure to place your holds soon to ensure you don’t miss out on your next literary adventure. “Definitely get your hold on it,” Zuena advised. Top 10 Most Borrowed Books in Nassau County
- 3. Long Island’s Most Popular Reads Revealed
- 4. Top 10 Library Picks
- 5. Bestsellers Beyond Suffolk
Table of Contents
- 1. Long Island’s Top Reads: “The Women” Reigns Supreme
- 2. Fiction Reigns Supreme Both Zuena and Samantha Alberts,administrator for member services at the Suffolk Cooperative Library System,noted that the top 10 most borrowed books were all novels.With the exception of Prince Harry’s memoir “Spare” appearing on nassau’s top 10 in 2023, fiction remains the dominant genre. However, both library systems have observed a surge in the popularity of a flourishing genre: “romantasy,” a captivating blend of romance and fantasy. This trend is particularly evident in the realm of e-books. “Our patrons are engaging with the story, but in different formats,” alberts observed. Rebecca Yarros’ “Fourth Wing,” published in 2023, exemplifies this trend, appearing on both 2024 lists and boasting higher e-book checkouts than print copies. As of Monday, “Fourth Wing” had 1,019 print checkouts in Suffolk, but 6,306 in e-book format and 3,558 in audiobooks. this propelled it into Suffolk’s top five most checked-out books.Its sequel, “Iron Flame,” also made a splash, ranking eighth fifth in e-books, and tenth in audiobooks. “Fourth Wing” wasn’t quite as popular in Nassau, ranking 56th with just over 1,000 print checkouts. However, its e-book version, with over 7,000 checkouts, catapulted it to seventh place on Nassau’s overall list. Sarah J. Maas’ “A Court of Thorns and Roses,” published in 2015, also resonated with Suffolk readers, ranking fifth among the most requested audiobooks. A Rise in Demand for E-books and Audiobooks Other novels appearing on both lists included “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride, “None of This Is True,” by Lisa Jewell and “first Lie Wins,” by Ashley Elston. Alberts noted a surge in the demand for e-books and audiobooks, which almost matches the demand for print books. This presents a challenge for libraries as e-books require licensing and aren’t as readily accessible as print. “Not all books are always available in those different formats,” Alberts explained. “It’s not because the library won’t do it, it’s a lot of times because they can’t get those same e-books that you can buy personally.” With the third book in the “Fourth Wing” series scheduled for publication in January, Zuena anticipates a notable increase in checkouts for sequels next year. Whether your favorite format is an e-book or a classic print novel, don’t forget to reserve your copy! “Definately get your hold on it,” recommends Zuena. Long Island Readers Embrace “The Women” as Top Borrowed Book readers across Nassau and Suffolk counties have spoken, and Kristin Hannah’s “The Women” has emerged as the most popular borrowed book of the year. The historical fiction novel, which tells the story of a nurse during the Vietnam War, secured the top spot in both library systems. In Nassau, “The Women” garnered a staggering 19,686 checkouts, surpassing last year’s most popular book, “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus, by nearly 5,300 checkouts.Lisa zuena, Nassau Library System communications and marketing specialist, expressed her surprise at the significant number, stating, “Seeing that number, I pulled the stats a second time. I was convinced it was wrong. It was just so high.But no, it’s correct.” Suffolk Cooperative Library System also reported “The Women” as their most borrowed book, with a remarkable 25,018 checkouts. This trend underscores the widespread appeal of Hannah’s work, known for its captivating storytelling and historical depth. Both Nassau and suffolk library systems observed a distinct preference for novels among their top ten most borrowed books. Samantha alberts, administrator for member services at the Suffolk Cooperative Library System, remarked, “It was no surprise that the top 10 books were all novels.” Zuena echoed this sentiment, noting that fiction generally dominates the borrowing lists. Interestingly, both library systems have witnessed a surge in the popularity of “romantasy” – a genre blending romance and fantasy elements.This trend is particularly evident in e-book borrowing. As an example, Rebecca Yarros’ “Fourth Wing,” published in 2023, achieved high rankings across print, ebook, and audiobook formats on both library systems’ lists. Alberts highlighted the growing demand for e-books and audiobooks,stating,”Our patrons are engaging with the story,but in different formats.” This shift presents a unique challenge for libraries, as acquiring digital licenses for e-books can be more complex than procuring physical copies.”Not all books are always available in those different formats,” Alberts acknowledged. “It’s not because the library won’t do it, it’s a lot of times because they can’t get those same e-books that you can buy personally.” Looking ahead, Zuena anticipates strong borrowing numbers for sequels in the coming year. “I expect to see a significant number of checkouts for sequels next year, as the third book in the ‘Fourth Wing’ series is set to be published in january.” With ongoing popularity of both established and emerging authors, Long Island readers have a wealth of captivating stories at their fingertips. Whether you choose a physical copy or delve into the digital realm, be sure to place your holds soon to ensure you don’t miss out on your next literary adventure. “Definitely get your hold on it,” Zuena advised. Top 10 Most Borrowed Books in Nassau County
- 3. Long Island’s Most Popular Reads Revealed
- 4. Top 10 Library Picks
- 5. Bestsellers Beyond Suffolk