Some of my earliest memories are of the library—small hands flipping through picture books, the thrill of getting my first library card, and the comforting quiet of a space filled with stories waiting to be discovered. Growing up, the Letcher County Public Library wasn’t just a building; it was a second home.
As a child, it was where I found my favorite books—the ones that took me on adventures to faraway lands, taught me about dinosaurs, and let me dream bigger than ever before. As a teenager, it became a place of quiet study, of new discoveries, and of checking out books that challenged the way I saw the world. And now, as an adult, it’s still here—offering me endless stories, resources, and a sense of community.
There’s something special about knowing that the library is always there, no matter what stage of life you’re in. Whether you’re a child discovering books for the first time, a student researching for a school project, or an adult curling up with a good novel, the library remains a place of growth, imagination, and connection.
So if you haven’t visited in a while, come back. Find a new favorite book. Explore the digital collections. Attend a book club. The library is more than just shelves of books—it’s a place where stories, and lifelong readers, are made.
