Native spring flowers in Kentucky include plants such as bluebells, iris, phlox and poppies. These specific plants are also known as perennials because they return year after year, thrive throughout multiple growing seasons and help with building a lasting foundation for a garden.
Have you ever noticed the perennial reads table of books on display at your local library? Like the flowers mentioned above, the books you see on these tables have staying power. They're some of Kenton County Public Library's most popular titles, meaning they're always in demand and regularly getting checked out.
Books currently spotted on the perennial reads table at the Erlanger Branch include:
- "Parable of the Sower" by Octavia E. Butler
- "Every Summer After" by Carley Fortune
- "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
- "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
During your next library visit, take a closer look at this table display and see what your neighbors are consistently reading. You'll find both fiction and nonfiction titles, as well as graphic novels and manga. You can also check out this staff-created list, opens a new window to discover even more titles online. Odds are high that you might just find a new favorite book.

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