The votes are in, and not only did Uncle Rick win for our favorite book of the year, he broke a record! With this year’s win for The Tower of Nero, he is officially Goodreads Choice Awards Champion with 10 wins, more than any other writer, including Stephen King!

See below for a few words from Rick about the win.

I am humbled and honored to win a Goodreads Choice Award 2020 for The Tower of Nero! This has been such a difficult year for everyone, but one thing that always makes me feel better is discovering new favorite books. I am so glad The Tower of Nero was one of yours! —Rick Riordan

Read the full list of winners here.