April's most borrowed books
Spanning metropolitan centres, regional towns, and remote communities, readers checked out more than 53,000 titles last month alone. The ever-captivating genre of fiction made up 75% of those checkouts. What does this tell us? Our readers are knee-deep in the fiction realm and don’t plan on stepping away anytime soon, not that I blame any of you. I love a good escape just as much as the next person!
While there’s a plethora of titles in those checkout stats, let’s take a look at the top trending fiction and non-fiction reads. You might’ve already read a handful of them, and if not, you know what to do: add them to your TBR! See why these titles are topping their genres on the Libby app.
Top 4 Fiction Titles:
Dear Debbie
by Freida McFadden
This subversive thriller follows the life of columnist Debbie Mullen, who’s losing it. After years of providing countless neglected women with sympathy and advice, she decides it’s time she takes her own. The results? Killer.
The Housemaid
by Freida McFadden
The Winchesters don’t know what Millie is capable of, but they soon find out as chaos begins to unfold, exposing the façade of their flawless life.
Rites of the Starling
by Devney Perry
Princess Calandra’s story continues as she journeys through a cursed realm, battling monsters and uncovering hidden truths, with her kingdom’s destruction on the line.
Pride and Prejudice
by Jane Austen
Elizabeth navigates romance, the social hierarchy of Regency England, and her evolving relationship with the wealthy and infuriating Mr. Darcy.
Top 4 Non-Fiction Titles:
The Let Them Theory
by Mel Robbins
The key to happiness and success could be as simple as two words. Mel Robbins explores how to create a life readers will love by putting the power they give to other people back into their own hands.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
by Mark Manson
Manson doesn’t sugarcoat or beat around the bush. In The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, he shares his antidote to the “always positive” approach that’s spread through modern society, teaching readers how to better stomach the uncertainties and fears we often try to hide from.
A Different Kind of Power
by Jacinda Ardern
This memoir follows Jacinda’s journey, the 40th Prime Minister of New Zealand, from an urban upbringing to becoming the world’s youngest female head of government.
Atomic Habits
by James Clear
Clear explores how small, seemingly minuscule changes can produce life-altering effects in both your professional and personal life.
*Title availability may vary.
Readers! Keep browsing, borrowing, and reading with Libby all month long!
Published May 27, 2026
Kiki Faison
Kiki Faison has dreamed of being a writer for as long as she can remember, and today she’s living that dream. When she's not working or volunteering locally, she enjoys exploring nature with her daughter and pup, getting lost in suspense novels, and hunting for treasures while thrifting.