Nelson Mandela
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Black History In Comics

  • Thomas M.
  • Thursday, February 25
Black history is rich with fascinating people whose names and lives deserve to be celebrated. Some of those stories are included below, representing different eras and walks of life. The power of art in nonfiction comics comes from how artists choose to depict the world and people in it. Experience some of that power for yourself by checking out one of these graphic novels in print or online.
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Miles Morales
Falcon
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A Little Something Extra From Hoopla

  • Helene F.
  • Wednesday, February 24
When Ten Titles Is Not Enough Would you like to check out more graphic novels than 10 a month through Hoopla? For the month of February you are able to search for titles under More Bonus Borrows. Check back the first day of March for More Bonus Borrows. You can then search for only comics under the Format bar on the left side of the screen. Call your local librarian for more suggestions. (803) 799-9084.
The Windsor Knot
Wild Sign
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LibraryReads for March 2021

  • Sarah C.
  • Wednesday, February 24
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country. All these books will be published in March 2021, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!
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Richland Library North Main

Fatale: Movie Review

  • Hippie Torrales
  • Thursday, February 18
After a one-night stand, a successful married man finds himself entangled in a cunning police detective's latest investigation.
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Richland Library Main

Putting Research into Your Job Search

  • Bland L.
  • Thursday, February 18
One of the problems facing first-time job seekers, or those contemplating a career change, is that they may have a general idea of the kind of work they’d like to do but lack detailed knowledge about what this work involves.
The 5 AM Club
Getting Things Done
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Stay Motivated and Win this Year!

  • Ariel H.
  • Wednesday, February 17
A list of personal development books have been created to assist you on your journey to victory! 2020 is gone and over, but 2021 has 365 brand new ways for you to prove just how resilient you are. We already have a month in the hole, let's take advantage of the next few. You're only a decision away...
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Richland Library Blythewood

Storytelling: A Gift from the Motherland

  • Crystal M.
  • Monday, February 15
Storytelling is an African and African American tradition that dates back to well before the 18th century when Africans were brought to America through the Slave Trade.
Finlay Donovan is Killing It
The Echo Wife
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LibraryReads for February 2021

  • Sarah C.
  • Monday, February 08
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country. All these books will be published in February 2021, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!
My Best Friend's Exorcism
Magic Bites
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Ballentine Staff Picks

  • Kristin A.
  • Monday, February 08
Check out some of these great titles recommended by the Ballentine branch staff.
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Richland Library North Main

Faxing Online

  • Mahogany S.
  • Monday, February 08
Faxing can be done online or through a smart device!
The Black Flamingo
The Black Flamingo
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YA Book Recommendations for Black History Month

  • Kenyanah B.
  • Thursday, February 04
28 books that celebrate and explore black culture, communities, social dynamics, and identities. Find great Middle Grade #OwnVoices Black History Month Recommendations here.
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Richland Library Main

#OwnVoices: Bring On the Blessings (Book #1 of Blessings series)

  • Ariel H.
  • Thursday, June 23
When a post-Reconstruction African-American community succumbs to a desperate need for funds and purpose, its mayor puts the small town up for sale and finds a buyer in Bernardine Brown, who believes the town's sale to be a sign from God. 🏠🏠
Barracoon
The Best American Magazine Writing 2020
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Let's Talk Race: A Book List Inspired by 1619

  • Richland Library
  • Tuesday, February 02
Inspired by the New York Times' 1619 audio series hosted by Nikole Hannah-Jones, each title in this list corresponds to the thematic elements of an episode. For episode 3, listen to our curated playlist in Freegal.
Standing on Her Shoulders
Because I Was a Girl
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Women Making History for Tweens & Teens

  • Heather M.
  • Monday, February 01
From Vice President Kamala Harris to Michaela Goade, the first BIPOC woman to win a Caldecott medal, these are just a few of the women making history in 2021. Let's be clear. Women have always made history. Sadly, they have been overshadowed, overlooked or just plain erased from many history books. But no more.
Explorer
The History of Ancient Egypt.
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Booklist: Exploration for fun

  • Helene F.
  • Thursday, January 28
Exploration Generation Do you want to explore history and geography, whenever you want? Then welcome to a new way of thinking of generations. Ask your local librarian for even more suggestions!
The Self-care Solution
Badass Affirmations
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Inspired to Grow Your Relationships?!

  • Ariel H.
  • Thursday, January 28
We have just the books to help you develop those relationships that matter to you. We've got you covered whether it's with a significant other, yourself, friends and/or family.
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Richland Library North Main

#OwnVoices: The Women of Brewster Place - A Review

  • Mahogany S.
  • Thursday, June 23
Weaving together the truths and the myths of their lives, Gloria Naylor creates a powerful, moving portrait of the strengths, struggles, and hopes of black women in today's America. - Penguin Publishing
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Richland Library Main

Learning About Investing

  • Thomas M.
  • Tuesday, September 21
Learn the basics, develop a personal plan and avoid the pitfalls of trying to get your money to work for you.
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Richland Library Main

2021 Career Makeover Tips!

  • Sylvie G.
  • Wednesday, February 03
A results oriented (and dare I say, fun) approach to addressing four key career development areas.
Unsinkable
Britain at Bay
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283,755 Books and Counting

  • Bland L.
  • Thursday, January 14
With 283,755 English-language books published to date on World War II, you might think the subject, great and multifaceted as it is, had been thoroughly mined and exhausted by now. Instead, the war, a perennial favorite topic for nonfiction fans, continues to receive fresh treatment at the hands of historians with new insights gleaned from access to previously unexamined primary sources and archival material.
Jonny Appleseed
New Poets of Native Nations
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#OwnVoices: Native American Authors

  • Kristin A.
  • Wednesday, January 13
Looking for a new great read? Try a book by a Native American author. Some of their works will shed light on activism, culture, and history while others expose the challenges of living on reservations or establishing an identity in the modern world.
Tokyo Ghoul
Vampire Knight
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Light Novels: Like Anime and Manga, But Books

  • Thomas M.
  • Friday, January 08
Light novels tend to make for light reading - quick, fun page-turners that are easily adapted into and from manga and anime. We have a growing collection of light novels in print and online, listed below.
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Richland Library Main

Who is Wonder Woman?

  • Thomas M.
  • Friday, January 08
Magic lassos, invisible planes, and twirling transformations do not a wonder woman make.
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Richland Library Main

Most Popular Historic Images in December 2020

  • Margaret D.
  • Tuesday, January 05
With over 7,000 images in the Local History Digital Collections it can be hard to find those hidden gems. Take a look at what your neighbors found interesting in December, 2020.
A Night to Surrender
Romancing the Duke
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It's All About the Bridgertons, Baby

  • Morgan R.
  • Monday, January 04
Let's face it, we all loved Bridgerton on Netflix, based on Julia Quinn's book series of the same name. Maybe you loved it because of the regency romance, or maybe it was the costumes, the fake relationship, or the witty banter. Whatever it was, we've got some historical romance novels to fill the void that the brief series left.
Adnan's Story
Welcome to Night Vale
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7 Books Based on Podcasts You Love

  • Alex B.
  • Friday, January 01
Love these podcasts, but desperate for more content? You and me both! Check out these titles to support your favorite podcasts.
The Other Bennet Sister
Longbourn
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Books Inspired by Jane Austen

  • Kristin A.
  • Wednesday, December 30
It has been over 200 years since Jane Austen's first novel, Sense and Sensibility, was published in 1811, and though her works were all published anonymously, her name is now known all around the world. Her works have been translated into over 40 languages and have been republished and retold countless times. Many film and tv adaptations have also been produced (although no one can beat Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy). These are just a few of the amazing works inspired by Jane Austen.
The Push
The Children's Blizzard
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LibraryReads for January 2021

  • Sarah C.
  • Wednesday, December 30
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country. All these books will be published in January 2021, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!
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Richland Library Main

Get Your News with U.S. Newsstream

  • Bland L.
  • Tuesday, January 05
If you have grown weary of paywalls impeding your access to reliable news (or of “free” subscriptions that offer only limited access, at the cost of surrendering some personal information), consider using U.S. Newsstream to essentially bypass paywalls and find the latest on US politics, COVID-19 vaccines, and world news.
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Richland Library Main

Take a Reading Challenge

  • Morgan R.
  • Tuesday, December 28
Break out of your reading comfort zone with these book-focused challenges for the new year.
Leviathan Wakes
This is How You Lose the Time War
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Fans of THE EXPANSE Series Should Try These

  • Ariel H.
  • Monday, December 28
Are you a huge fan of Amazon Prime's hit SYFY series, The Expanse?! The show is based off of 9 novels plus 7 short stories and novellas written by James S A Corey (a joint pen name for the authors Ty Franck and Daniel Abraham).
A Blade So Black
Children of Blood and Bone
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YA Reads: 1st in a Series

  • Ariel H.
  • Wednesday, December 23
A new year is upon us, which means it's time to stock up on some more books. How about stocking up on a new series? Listed below are the 1st books in a YA series. Beware! Some of the series are not completed yet, and others are on their way to becoming a tv series and/or feature film. Enjoy!
The Queen of Katwe
The Joy Luck Club.
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Books similar to "The Queen's Gambit"

  • Ariel H.
  • Monday, December 21
So, you enjoyed the Netflix show The Queen's Gambit, and now you're ready to conquer the world of chess! Okay, maybe not. Maybe you're just looking to be captivated and entertained by something chess-themed. Here are a few selections to get you started. Happy reading!
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Richland Library Main

New Year, New Reads

  • Emily Stoll
  • Thursday, January 21
Expand on your reading list with the 2021 Broader Bookshelf Reading Challenge.
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Richland Library Main

#OWNVOICES: Royal Holiday by Jasmine Guillory

  • Ariel H.
  • Wednesday, October 12
Vivian couldn’t decide what appealed to her more, hot coffee and fresh scones, or that man in the corner who looked like a tall mug of hot chocolate. ☕📚 Why choose?
Best American Food Writing 2018
The Best American Food Writing 2019
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Food Writing (and Watching)

  • Bryan B.
  • Thursday, December 17
These passionate works are not just about the foods, but the science behind them as well as the lives of the people who create, consume, and make their living through it.
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U.S. Newsstream

US Newsstream provides access to news resources from around the nation including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, and The Los Angeles Time

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Agent Running in the Field
The Little Drummer Girl
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Remembering John le Carré

  • Bland L.
  • Tuesday, December 15
British writer John le Carré, who died on 12 December, leaves behind a legacy of some of the most highly regarded spy novels of the Cold War era and beyond. Born David Cornwell in 1931, le Carré worked for the British domestic and foreign intelligence agencies (MI5 and MI6) in the 1950s before turning full-time to writing after the international success of his third novel, The Spy Who Came in From the Cold, published in 1963.
Yoshi No Zuikara 1
Perfect World 1.
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New Manga Series of 2020

  • Thomas M.
  • Saturday, December 12
Here are series that launched or received new editions in 2020, expanding manga shelves for readers to escape into a number of genres.
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Richland Library Main

The Five Stages of Batman Fandom

  • Thomas M.
  • Friday, December 18
No fan ever reads through the same franchise twice, for it's not the same franchise and they're not the same fan.
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Richland Library Main

Great BIPOC Graphic Novels

  • Thomas M.
  • Monday, December 14
BIPOC, an acronym representing People Of Color with an emphasis on Black and Indigenous people, is a category of special significance in American culture.