Daughters of Nri
Devil's Wake
Staff Picks

Black Speculative Fiction

  • Desire'e Thomas
  • Monday, February 03
Speculative fiction explores the "what if." This list features Speculative, Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror books written by Black Authors.
FIFA 20 [XBox One]
Hasbro Family Fun Pack [PlayStation 4]
Staff Picks

Party Games!

  • Bryan B.
  • Friday, January 31
Enjoy this collection of video games, each aimed at supporting a crowd!
The Tenant
How Quickly She Disappears
Staff Picks

12 Best Psychological Thrillers of January 2020

  • Mona Verma
  • Thursday, January 30
If you are addicted to Psychological Thrillers, here are 12 brand new titles published in January 2020. All of these books are gripping page turners which will keep you at the edge of your seat till the very end.
2001, a Space Odyssey
I, Robot
Staff Picks

Classic Sci-Fi

  • Bryan B.
  • Tuesday, January 28
Enjoy this classic selection of science fiction works: From the macabre visions of Mary Shelley and H. P. Lovecraft, to the contemporary works of Andy Weir and James S. A. Corey, these pieces are a great start for anyone looking to get into Science Fiction, or to round out their bibliography as an existing fan.
Black Enough
With the Fire on High
Staff Picks

AF AM Teen & YA Reads

  • Rachel
  • Thursday, January 23
Explore coming of age with these compelling novels centered around being young and black-- ranging from romance, psych thrillers, fantasy, and much more.
The Stargazer's Sister
A Clockwork Orange
Staff Picks

#BroaderBookshelf 2020: Covers Only

  • Mahogany S.
  • Wednesday, January 22
Fulfill the "Choose a book based on its cover and read it prompt" by picking a title from this list that looks interesting. Or come in to a branch, browse, and pick a book strictly based on it's cover. This list is part of the #BroaderBookshelf 2020 reading challenge. Find more lists here.
The Night Tiger
The Tenth Muse
Staff Picks

20 Best Multicultural Fiction Books of 2019

  • Mona Verma
  • Wednesday, January 22
Multicultural fiction books are interesting as they take you on incredible journeys to exotic new lands and immerse you into different cultures. However, the human emotions are universal and one can relate with the stories despite the different races and backgrounds of the characters. Do browse and checkout some of the best multicultural fiction titles published in 2019.
What is the Bible?
Out of Sorts Making Peace with an Evolving Faith
Staff Picks

Christian Living Ebooks

  • Rachel
  • Wednesday, January 22
In these ebooks authors share their wisdom on how to understand scripture for what it is--not what we want it to be. Tag along on a journey of navigating spiritual life and overcoming the doubts that keep us from living a devoted Christian life.
88 Heroes [PlayStation 4]
Abzû [Xbox One]
Staff Picks

Indie Games for Everyone

  • Bryan B.
  • Wednesday, January 22
Enjoy this diverse collection of games from smaller developers and publishers. Just because these games are made by small studios (or even just one person!), it doesn't mean they're any less great. From well-known crafting sims to isolating space adventures, to living a small-town farming life, these games offer something for every game.
BlazBlue
Blazblue :chrono Phantasma [Playstation 3]
Staff Picks

Fight with Your Friends!

  • Bryan B.
  • Tuesday, January 21
Beat up your friends in this assortment of Fighting Game titles!
The Smoke Thief
The Smoke Thief
Staff Picks

Fantasy in Your Fantasy - Part 2

  • Mahogany S.
  • Friday, January 17
If you'd like to spice up your Romance reading with a few ghosts, vampires, werewolves and others, check out these paranormal romance titles. Part 2 of 2
Edge of Darkness
Crave the Night a Midnight Breed Novel
Staff Picks

Fantasy in Your Fantasy - Part 1

  • Mahogany S.
  • Friday, January 17
If you'd like to spice up your Romance reading with a few ghosts, vampires, werewolves and others, check out these paranormal romance titles. Part 1 of 2
Stop Doing That Sh*t
Mentors
Staff Picks

New Year, New You - Be Happy

  • Mahogany S.
  • Friday, January 17
It's a new year! Check out some titles that will inspire you to live your best life!
The Latte Factor
Smart Couples Finish Rich
Staff Picks

New Year, New You - Finances

  • Mahogany S.
  • Friday, January 17
It's 2020! Look at some of these titles to get your new financial house in order.
Weathering
The 1619 Project
Staff Picks

Spark a Conversation

  • Morgan R.
  • Thursday, January 16
As Americans continue to confront the inequities that plague our community when it comes to race and diversity, we continue to become more aware of innate biases and prejudices, and are looking for ways to change the stranglehold that racism has on our society. Whether we get there by looking deeper within ourselves to make changes to the way we think and act, or search outside our bubbles to create a positive impact in the broader sense- these books will help move the conversation forward. Audiobooks, ebooks, eaudio, and book club sets may be available.
Blog
Richland Library Main

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Columbia

  • Margaret D.
  • Wednesday, January 15
The city of Columbia has felt the impact of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in countless ways. We are lucky to have some photographs of the great man in our local newspaper archive.
Atelier Firis. The Alchemist of the Mysterious Journey [PlayStation 4].
Atelier Lulua. The Scion of Arland [PlayStation 4].
Staff Picks

Role-Playing Games That Will Keep You Gaming

  • Bryan B.
  • Monday, January 13
These RPGs are long and immersive experiences, each with their own rich world and characters. Ranging from delightful reimaginings of well-known video game icons, to notoriously difficult and dark Action-RPGs, this list has something for everyone.
A Long Petal of the Sea
Followers
Staff Picks

10 Best New Books of January 2020

  • Mona Verma
  • Sunday, January 12
Are you looking for new books to read in the new year? Do browse these titles published in January 2020. All of them are interesting and popular reads with great reviews from critics and readers.
Heaven and Hell
Paranoid
Staff Picks

Essential Metal Albums

  • Bryan B.
  • Saturday, January 11
Enjoy some of the best heavy metal that Richland Library has to offer! From the very beginnings with Black Sabbath, to the contemporary albums of Mastodon and Dragonforce, this cross-section of notable metal albums should be more than enough to satisfy any headbanger.
Afterlife with Archie. Vol. 01, Escape from Riverdale
Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
Staff Picks

These Graphic Novels Will Shock and Horrify You!

  • Bryan B.
  • Saturday, January 11
These works are not for the faint of heart! These are some of the best of the best of horror comics and manga, each one more horrifying than the last. Readers, beware! CN: Blood, Gore, Language, Nudity (They're not for kids!)
The Aviator's Wife a Novel
A Fine Imitation
Staff Picks

The New Roaring Twenties

  • Kristin A.
  • Wednesday, January 08
Get out your flapper dresses and bob your hair! The 20's are back! Celebrate the start of the new decade by checking out some of these Jazz Age inspired reads. They'll have you doing the Charleston in no time! Ask your local librarian for even more suggestions!
The Cove an FBI Thriller
Labyrinth
Staff Picks

I've Read Everything by Heather Graham...

  • Kristin A.
  • Wednesday, January 08
Read everything by Heather Graham and don't know what to read next? Check out some of these read-alike authors and titles to find your new favorite! Ask your local librarian for even more suggestions!
Crown
The Stuff of Stars
Staff Picks

Contemplative Picture Books

  • Bryan B.
  • Tuesday, January 07
These picture books feature introspective characters and themes, allowing young and developing readers to explore not only their thoughts, but the world around them. These range from simple poems on top of beautiful photographs and illustrations, to wordless expressions of art and narrative.
Blog
Richland Library Main

Most Checked-Out Movies (2019)

  • Emily Stoll
  • Saturday, January 04
Richland Library is recapping what caught the attention of our customers in 2019. It's your access to the most checked-out items over the last year.
Blog
Richland Library Main

Most Checked-Out Music (2019)

  • Emily Stoll
  • Friday, January 03
Richland Library is recapping what caught the attention of our customers in 2019. It's your access to the most checked-out items over the last year.
Blog
Richland Library Main

2019's Most Checked-Out Children's Books

  • Emily Stoll
  • Monday, January 13
Richland Library is recapping what caught the attention of our customers in 2019. It's your access to the most checked-out items over the last year.
Blog
Richland Library Main

2019's Most Checked-Out Adult Books

  • Emily Stoll
  • Thursday, January 02
Richland Library is recapping what caught the attention of our customers in 2019. It's your access to the most checked-out items over the last year.
Baker King
The Beauty Inside
Staff Picks

K-Dramas at Richland Library!

  • Desire'e Thomas
  • Monday, December 30
K-Dramas? What is that? K-Dramas are Korean TV shows. If you are looking for a new show to binge watch or to help you in your journey of learning the Korean language, give these awesome shows and movies a try.
Ody-C. Vol. 01, Off to Far Ithicaa
The Wicked + the Divine. Vol. 01, The Faust Act
Staff Picks

If You Liked Saga, Then Try...

  • Desire'e Thomas
  • Monday, December 30
End the Decade with some great Image Comics! If you like quirkiness, beautiful art, and/or a little bit of moral ambiguity, give these comics a try.
2001 a Space Odyssey.
Arrival
Staff Picks

Movies That Make You Feel Smart

  • Bryan B.
  • Monday, December 30
These works are cerebral and often deceptive. They feature brilliant characters in fantastic situations who either outsmart or are outsmarted in extreme, life-or-death situations. These movies are often heavy, and require all your attention to make sure you keep up with the twists and turns throughout.
Blog
Richland Library Sandhills

Let the Light Shine with Yule

  • Emily Barber
  • Thursday, December 15
Looking for another way to celebrate the turn to a new year? Consider Yule, a 12-day festival beginning with the winter solstice that celebrates light, prosperity, and joy.
Blog
Richland Library Main

Ninth House: A Book Review

  • Sarah C.
  • Thursday, December 19
Leigh Bardugo’s latest release, Ninth House, is a thrilling mix of fantasy, horror, and mystery with dark academic overtones – the sort of story that grips you in its teeth and won’t let go until you’ve untangled every last snarled knot.
Blog
Richland Library Main

Awkward Christmas Photos

  • Margaret D.
  • Thursday, December 19
From quirky to cute, Christmas photographs in the Local History Digital Collections can help put you in the holiday spirit. Here is a selection of some of the more unusual sights of Christmases past.
Unbreakable
Parisian Lives
Staff Picks

Holiday Reads: New Biographies

  • Bland L.
  • Wednesday, December 18
Treat yourself to a free gift this holiday season by reading one of these new biographies recently added to Richland Library's collection. A few already have holds lists, but most are immediately available or coming soon.
A Long Petal of the Sea
Followers
Staff Picks

LibraryReads for January 2020

  • Sarah C.
  • Tuesday, December 17
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country. All these books will be published in January 2020, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!
My Sister, the Serial Killer
Evvie Drake Starts over
Staff Picks

LibraryReads Best of 2019

  • Sarah C.
  • Tuesday, December 17
Every December, LibraryReads shares their top ten favorites for the whole year. How many of these librarian favorites have you read?
Husband Material
Africaville
Staff Picks

LibraryReads for December 2019

  • Sarah C.
  • Tuesday, December 17
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country. All these books will be published in December 2019, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now! This month's LibraryReads features our own Rebecca K.! She reviewed The Dead Girls Club by Damien Angelica Walters, saying:
What Riley Wore
Worm Loves Worm
Staff Picks

LGBTQ+ Picture Books

  • Bryan B.
  • Monday, December 16
Enjoy these diverse and wholesome books, each sharing a message of inclusiveness and acceptance. Subjects range from non-traditional families to a child's budding gender identity, and even a true story about a family of penguins.
The Tale of Despereaux
Hatchet
Staff Picks

Children's Books for Adults

  • Bryan B.
  • Saturday, December 14
These works might have been written with children in mind, but there's something for everyone in these classics.
Cooking for Picasso
Gourmet Rhapsody
Staff Picks

Fiction for Foodies 🍴

  • Rebecca K.
  • Wednesday, December 11
Feast your eyes on these delicious books! If you crave stories that focus on food and how it affects our relationships with our selves and others, dig in . . . and come back for seconds!
Last Witnesses
Silver, Sword, and Stone
Staff Picks

Washington Post's Best Nonfiction of 2019

  • Bland L.
  • Tuesday, December 10
The Washington Post recently published a comprehensive list of their book reviewers' favorite nonfiction of 2019. Established authors such as Nobel laureate Svetlana Aleksievich and the prolific Bill Bryson show up on the list, but also new and notable writers such as The New Yorker's Jia Tolentino and memoirist Adrienne Brodeur. Check out any of the following titles from our collection.
Dracula Vs. Hitler
Blood Oath
Staff Picks

Historical Turn of the Strange

  • Helene F.
  • Monday, December 09
Historical twists and turns Ever felt there were things unseen? Do you enjoy mixing history with the unusual? Then soar to your local library or personal electronic device to check them out. Ask your local librarian for even more suggestions.
The Adventures of Tintin
Anomalisa
Staff Picks

Award-Winning Animation

  • Bryan B.
  • Thursday, December 05
Animation isn't just for kids! This wide assortment of animated works are aimed at all sorts of audiences, with all sorts of themes as well. Enjoy 25 award-winning animated films from across the past two decades.
Blog
Richland Library Lower Richland

Mind-Bending Fiction

  • Bryan B.
  • Thursday, December 05
These tales of extreme circumstances and games of death lead you to wonder what exactly is going on...
Anthony Bourdain Remembered
The Testaments
Staff Picks

Sandhills Staff Picks of 2019

  • Morgan R.
  • Monday, December 02
It's that time of year again when "Best Of" lists are everywhere you turn. Well, we are jumping on the bandwagon here at Richland Library Sandhills and have curated a very special list just for you of our favorites reads this year (with just a few from last year!)
The Joy of Missing out
Own Your Everyday
Staff Picks

15 Best Self-Help Books of 2019

  • Mona Verma
  • Sunday, December 01
With 2020 around the horizon, its time to shed whats holding you back and work towards being a better and a happier person. Browse these empowering books published in 2019 which will help you introspect, take charge and move forward with your life.
Taduno's Song
A Bit of Difference
Staff Picks

#ReadAfricaWeek

  • Sara M.
  • Sunday, December 01
This first week of December, readers, publishers, and educators will celebrate Read Africa Week. Join in by reading books by African authors representing the diversity and breadth of African literature!
Little Women or Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy
Peter Pan
Staff Picks

Classic Children's Books

  • Laura Rogers
  • Saturday, November 30
Classic books are a part of our society's literary heritage. For good or for ill, they have shaped the world we live in and inform our present while opening windows into our past. Classic books add a rich layer to a child's reading experience and can give teachable moments in the context of a story. Classic titles are also a great choice for advanced readers who are ready for longer books and more complex language. Choose one of these titles to read together or independently.
Pirates & Pompons
Playful Learning
Staff Picks

Toys, toys, and more toys!

  • Laura Rogers
  • Wednesday, November 27
“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” – Fred Rogers Explore titles about making toys, the importance of play, and great picture books that show the magic of simple playthings.
Blog
Richland Library Main

Faces at the Carillon Parade

  • Margaret D.
  • Monday, November 25
Columbia has hosted the Carillon Parade annually since 1953, both to usher in the holiday season and to showcase the area’s bands and talent. The library’s Local History Digital Collections allows us to see the evolution of the parade and to catch a glimpse of the smiling faces it inspired.
Bastard out of Carolina
The Lords of Discipline
Staff Picks

15 Novels Set in The Carolinas

  • Mona Verma
  • Saturday, November 23
You can specially relate to novels set in the Carolinas if you grew up in this part of the world. Browse through these best selling novels which have local and nostalgic backdrops such as the low country, the Citadel, beaches in Charleston, North Carolina marshlands, mountains and much more.
Brooklyn
City of God
Staff Picks

Southeast Staff Picks Pt. 3

  • Brittany S.
  • Thursday, November 21
Have you ever wondered what we're checking out? Take a look at what titles Richland Library Southeast and Lower Richland's staff have picked as their faves. There's definitely a variety to choose from!
The Modern Vegetarian Kitchen
How to Cook Everything Vegetarian
Staff Picks

Cookbooks Sin Carne: Vegetarian Cooking

  • Sara M.
  • Friday, November 15
Whether you've been a vegetarian for years, just started Meatless Mondays, or want to learn a few tricks to increase the variety of green things on your plate, there's something here for you in these cookbooks.
Blog
Richland Library Main

Handmade Holiday: Festive Finishes

  • Laura Bliss Morris
  • Friday, November 15
Instead of run-of-the-mill holiday packaging, I thought I’d try my luck at some more decorative finishes this year. I’ve got time, right?
Blog
Richland Library Main

Pachinko - A Book Review

  • Mona Verma
  • Thursday, December 05
The reason why Pachinko has resonated so deeply with its readers is that the seemingly simple themes of family, faith, fate, and identity are also profoundly universal.
The New Best Recipe
The Cake Bible
Staff Picks

Essential Cookbooks

  • Sara M.
  • Friday, November 08
These are the essential cookbooks every home cook needs close at hand - classics you can reach for and depend on for a variety of cuisines. From Madhur Jaffrey to Julia Child, try cooking a new favorite today!
The Age of Adaline
Django Unchained
Staff Picks

Southeast Staff Picks Pt. 2

  • Brittany S.
  • Thursday, November 07
Have you ever wondered what we're checking out? Take a look at what titles Richland Library Southeast and Lower Richland's staff have picked as their faves. There's definitely a variety to choose from!
The Living Dead
Children of Blood and Bone
Staff Picks

Southeast Staff Picks Pt. 1

  • Brittany S.
  • Thursday, November 07
Have you ever wondered what we're reading? Check out titles that Richland Library Southeast and Lower Richland's staff have had on their reading list. There's definitely a variety to choose from!
Clothes, Clothes, Clothes
Slow Days, Fast Company
Staff Picks

50 Years of Great Memoirs

  • Bland L.
  • Friday, November 01
Earlier this year The New York Times Book Review's critics compiled a list of their 50 favorite memoirs published in the last 50 years. (Upon close examination, the list is actually heavily weighted toward more-recent releases, but no matter....) Most of them are available from Richland Library's collection - check out the titles below.
100 Things Every Homeowner Must Know
Mayo Clinic Family Health Book
Staff Picks

Adulting is Hard

  • Sara M.
  • Friday, November 01
Adulting is hard - make it easier on yourself by learning how to cook, fix your car, wash your clothes, keep an eye on your money, and more - all for free at the library!
Table Style
Great Balls of Cheese
Staff Picks

Celebrate!

  • Rebecca K.
  • Friday, November 01
If you need a little inspiration when you're planning holiday parties and family gatherings, these books are full of good tips for entertaining like a pro!
Blog
Richland Library Main

Handmade Holiday: Gift Ideas

  • Laura Bliss Morris
  • Tuesday, November 12
This year, instead of spending a fortune on a last-minute run to the store, I thought I’d try my luck at some handmade gifts—something with a little more Hygge vibe.
A Man Called Ove
My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry
Staff Picks

I Like My Characters Quirky

  • Kristin A.
  • Tuesday, October 29
Do you prefer interesting, unique characters? Check out this curated list of quirky, likeable, and relateable characters. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll want to read them over and over. Not finding what you are looking for? Ask your local librarian for even more suggestions!
The Bromance Book Club
The Confession Club
Staff Picks

LibraryReads for November 2019

  • Sarah C.
  • Tuesday, October 29
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country. All these books will be published in November 2019, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!
Submerged. Vol. 01
Anthony Bourdain's Hungry Ghosts
Staff Picks

Ten Terrifying Comics

  • Thomas M.
  • Saturday, October 26
Fans of the grotesque, gory, and macabre will feel right at home in these comics for mature readers, while regular readers will quickly feel squeamish.
My Reading Life
The Stone Necklace
Staff Picks

Community Wide Reads

  • Mona Verma
  • Saturday, October 26
Its wonderful when diverse people connect by shared reading. One Book One Community is a book selected to be read by the whole community. Its the biggest and best local book club. The 2019 book selection is Pachinko by Min Jin Lee. The reading culminates in an author event at Richland Library Main.
10 Things I Hate About You
10 Things I Hate About You
Staff Picks

Like it's 1999

  • Keith B.
  • Friday, October 25
Travel back to 1999, one of the great years in movie history. Witness the imaginative flights and dramatic heights of the end of the second millennium with fresh perspective. Revisit beloved blockbusters. Join the cult of a favorite you might have missed.
Adventures of Omanakuttan
Apur Sansar
Staff Picks

Passport to Cinema: India

  • Keith B.
  • Monday, October 21
From Bollywood to Tollywood India produces over 1,000 films a year, in Hindi, Bengali and several other languages. Take a journey into the subcontinent, home of many epic musicals and the work of legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray.
Blog
Richland Library Main

What We're Reading 📚: October 2019

  • Chantal W.
  • Tuesday, October 29
Look what we've been reading! You should totally check these titles 📘 out to read in print📖, ebook📱, or audio book🎧
Blog
Richland Library North Main

Blood Sugar - A Review

  • Mahogany S.
  • Monday, October 28
"This book will sit heavy with you and leave you wondering about your sense of humor and the need to watch bad things happen."
Z Zombie Stories
ZombieWorld
Staff Picks

Books with Bite - Zombie Edition

  • Mahogany S.
  • Wednesday, October 16
Some romance included *shudder*. Fast zombies, slow zombies, partial zombies - we got 'em. Enjoy the books that bite!
Blood Song
Let the Right One in
Staff Picks

Books with Bite - Vampire Edition

  • Mahogany S.
  • Wednesday, October 16
No romance included. All scary beasts, all the time. Enjoy the terror that comes with a bite.
Six of Crows
Burglars Can't Be Choosers
Staff Picks

Caper & Heists

  • Megan M.
  • Monday, October 14
Like your crime fiction with a dash of audacity? Check out these high jinks...