Berkeley Public Library's central branch revealed that James McBride’s The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store topped adult fiction checkouts in 2024, showcasing the community's reading preferences.
In adult nonfiction, David Grann's The Wager edged out Hua Hsu’s Stay True for the most checkouts, illustrating a strong interest in gripping historical narratives among patrons.
Surprisingly, the most checked-out item overall was not a book but the Windows 10 laptops, with over 9,500 checkouts, highlighting a blend of digital needs and reading.
The usage of technology, like library laptops, alongside traditional lending indicates a shift in how libraries serve their communities in the digital age.
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