One Book of Rutherford County

08/13/2026

Grab them while supplies last! 📚 The final boxes of this year's One Book of Rutherford County have been delivered to our friends at Rutherford County Library System. Thank you Friends of Smyrna Library for sponsoring our last round.
We hope you enjoy this wonderful book and please share your thoughts.

07/13/2026

We are so thankful for Friends of Linebaugh Library for sponsoring this round of "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt. You can grab yours today from Rutherford County Library System locations and Simply Pure Sweets.

Happy reading!!!

More free copies of the 2026 One Book of Rutherford County are available at community locations near you! 📚

Pick up your copy at any Rutherford County Library System location or Simply Pure Sweets in Murfreesboro. Thank you to the Friends of Linebaugh Library for sponsoring this round.

After you read the story, we encourage you to start a conversation, pass the book along to someone you know, and share your feedback here: readtosucceed.org/one-book/.

06/01/2026

Folks, we are working on getting a sponsor to purchase more books. Once one is secure, we will get books out in the community as soon as we can!

Meanwhile, here is what someone thought of the book. She picked it up at Rutherford County Library System Linebaugh branch.

05/26/2026

There’s still time to get a free copy of our 2026 One Book of Rutherford County, Remarkably Bright Creatures! The book is available now at Simply Pure Sweets in Murfreesboro. ✨

After you read the story, we’d love for you to share it with others and provide your feedback here: readtosucceed.org/one-book/

Happy reading! 📖

05/18/2026

We love hearing from folks in the community about this year's One Book One Community Read. Kristina Brown let us know she picked up her copy at Rutherford County Library System's Linebaugh branch.

Here is her take on the book. "Remarkably Bright Creatures is one of the best books I’ve read recently. The characters are so rich and fully developed with empathy and emotion. I didn’t expect a story with an octopus as a central character to be so powerful! It’s also a wonderful reminder that community and family are always evolving and their love and support can heal the deepest wounds. ❤🐙"

04/24/2026

Remarkably Bright Creatures, our 2026 One Book of Rutherford County selection, is a moving novel that explores relevant themes like loss, connection, and friendships.

The book is still available at select locations, and we invite you to pick up a free copy! Stop by the Rutherford County Library System (all branches) or Simply Pure Sweets in Murfreesboro to grab yours. 📖

When you’re done reading, pass it along, discuss it, and share your reflections with us at: readtosucceed.org/one-book/

03/23/2026

We LOVE hearing from our community after they’ve read this year’s One Book One Community selection!📚

Two recent readers shared:
“It’s proof that sometimes the best books are the ones you never planned to love.”

“I really enjoyed the characters & the story of them overcoming their struggles together. Marcellus inspired me to want to go to an aquarium!!”

There’s nothing better than seeing how one book can spark connection, conversation, and even a little inspiration. Have you read it yet? We’d love to hear what YOU think! 👇

02/10/2026

Our 2026 One Books are officially out in the community! 📚

This year’s selection, Remarkably Bright Creatures, is a heartwarming story that explores the impact of grief, friendship, and the power of community.

Pick up your free copy today at the Rutherford County Library System (all branches) or Simply Pure Sweets in Murfreesboro. After you read, we encourage you to share the book and start a discussion with others! 💬

You can also leave your feedback here: readtosucceed.org/one-book/

01/10/2026

We’re excited to announce our 2026 One Book of Rutherford County: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt! 📖

One Book is a partnership between Read To Succeed, Linebaugh Library, and other Middle Tennessee nonprofits/businesses to promote reading and unity in Rutherford County. Every year, one book is chosen to share throughout the community. 🤝

This year’s One Book will be available at Rutherford County Library System (all branches) and Simply Pure Sweets beginning this week.

We encourage you to pick up a free copy, read, and enjoy!