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      Most popular authors for adults 2015

      What are the most popular items at Christchurch City Libraries in 2014? In an attempt to find out the answer, our staff have compiled reports on the most popular adult, children’s and young adult titles.

      1. Cover of Cross Justice by James PattersonJames Patterson
      2. Nora Roberts
      3. Danielle Steel
      4. J. D. Robb
      5. Lee Child
      6. Clive Cussler
      7. David Baldacci
      8. Anna Jacobs
      9. Janet Evanovic
      10. Agatha Christie
      11. Michael Connelly
      12. Carole Matthews
      13. Debbie Macomber
      14. Jodi Picoult
      15. M. C. Beaton
      16. John Sandford
      17. Harlan Coben
      18. Susan Lewis
      19. John Grisham
      20. Katie Fforde

      See more annual lists of popular titles.

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