Looking for your next great read? Explore locally owned bookstores across Iredell County and the Lake Norman region! From independent bookstores in Statesville and Mooresville to new and used bookshops in Davidson and Cornelius, discover local bookshops, book clubs, coffee and books, and unique literary finds. Support local businesses and find your next favorite read with this guide to bookstores in the Lake Norman area and North Carolina.

This month's Written Here spotlight is Marie Davis, from Salisbury, NC with her new poetry book "Unforgettable Memories: A Journey Through Life."

UNC Wilmington graduate Kennedy Cole turns a college writing project into her debut novel, There Used to Be People Here, and begins her journey as a published author.

Discover a Statesville, NC author’s journey from Dungeons & Dragons to indie publishing, fantasy novels, Apocalypse Rising and a new book coming soon.

Explore our review of Death Rattle, an urban fantasy novel set in Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. Follow Clarke through a gripping story of murder, friendship, self-discovery and the supernatural while discovering what makes this local fantasy read stand out.

Meet the Charlotte author behind Death Rattle, an urban fantasy series blending magic, mystery and real-life experiences. Discover Carter Pugh's journey as an indie author, her connection to Charlotte and what readers can expect from the upcoming final book, Death Knell.

Welcome to Written Here, a space for local authors and bookish news to come alive around you. As a reader and advocate for promoting local authors, literature and local arts, Written Here is a new section within Lake Norman Record to do said platforming.

Write Local & Support Local Authors: Iredell County Local Author Fair takes place on Oct. 3, 2026.