My Mother She Killed Me, My Father He Ate Me
Rags & Bones
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Inspired by Folklore: Reimagined Fairy Tales

  • Rebecca K.
  • Tuesday, April 09
Fairy tales aren't just for children. Check out these retellings of beloved classics, and see which magical tales will become your new favorites!
I, Robot
Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
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Robots in SciFi

  • Becky P.
  • Tuesday, April 02
I don't know what fascinates me about robots, maybe it was growing up watching CP3O and R2D2 in Star Wars or later watching Data in Star Trek Generations or reading Isaac Asimov's Robot Series books, but put a robot on the cover of a book or in a movie and I’m going to give it a chance. In the last year, I’ve noticed that I’ve read quite a few SciFi books with robot themes, so I’ve created a list of books that I have really enjoyed.
Radioactive!
The Madame Curie Complex
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Women in STEM

  • Rebecca K.
  • Saturday, March 09
Check out these stories of women who thrived in male-dominated STEM fields.
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Richland Library St. Andrews

Open Mic Night (March 2019)

  • Lindsey T.
  • Wednesday, March 20

  Check out the local teen talent from March's Open Mic Night at St. Andrews!

Captain Marvel
Captain Marvel. Vol. 01, Earth's Mightiest Hero. Vol. 1
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Flying Higher, Further, Faster With Captain Marvel

  • Thomas M.
  • Wednesday, March 06
Looking forward to the Captain Marvel movie? Take flight with Carol Danvers, noted air force pilot, cat lover, and superhero, across several of her comics adventures listed below.
Serpent King
His First Lady
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Celebrating Local African American Writers

  • Heather M.
  • Monday, March 04
Celebrate local African American writers by checking out some of these titles from Richland Library's Local Author Collection.  These authors offer something for everyone--from science fiction to cookbooks.  Discover a new favorite or get inspired to write your own story.   
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Richland Library Blythewood

Teens & Money

  • Crystal M.
  • Monday, February 25

 Over the past two months, teens attended our 3-part financial wellness series taught by a local financial literacy advocate, Shondy Monroe.

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Richland Library Main

The Coretta Scott King Book Awards Seal

  • Laura Bliss Morris
  • Friday, February 22

A quick, yet insightful breakdown of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards Seal designed in 1974 by the internationally known artist Lev Mills.

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Lettuce Celebrate

  • Lindsey T.
  • Wednesday, February 20

  Romaine calm y'all (pun intended), WIS TV was here. 

Portrait Photography
Fine Art Photography
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Photography 101

  • Kimberly Jones
  • Monday, February 18
Thinking about becoming a photographer and don’t know where to start. These books will teach you about the art of photography and help jump-start your creative career.  
Chainmail Bikini
Woke Gaming
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Level Up: Non-fiction for Gamers

  • Rebecca K.
  • Tuesday, February 12
Be at the top of your game with these books that celebrate the rich history, diversity, creativity, and evolution in video game culture. 
African-American Classics
Bingo Love. Volume 1
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Comics With Black Protagonists

  • Thomas M.
  • Tuesday, February 05
Check out the list below for print and digital comics featuring black protagonists, including superheroes, historical figures, and fiction of all sorts.
African-American Classics
Bingo Love. Vol. 01
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Comics With Black Protagonists

  • Thomas M.
  • Tuesday, February 05
Check out the list below for print and digital comics featuring black protagonists, including superheroes, historical figures, and fiction of all sorts.
Bingo Love. Vol. 01
Bingo Love. Volume 1
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Great Graphic Novels For Teens 2019

  • Thomas M.
  • Thursday, January 24
If you are between the ages of 12-18 or just looking for great comics, this list is for you. The latest Great Graphic Novels For Teens list, provided by the Young Adult Library Services Association, covers graphic novels of all genres, from science fiction and fantasy to realistic fiction and biography. Check out the titles below available for checkout in print and digitally through Hoopla.
The Zookeeper's Wife
The Crime and the Silence
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The Banality of Evil: Holocaust Nonfiction

  • Sara M.
  • Monday, January 14
Take a wider view of the horrors of the Holocaust with these nonfiction books.  (A list of personal Holocaust survivor memoirs can be found here.) This list is part of the #BroaderBookshelf2019 reading challenge.  Find more lists here.
Flying Lessons & Other Stories
Booked
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Great Books for Ages 11-12-13

  • Morgan R.
  • Friday, January 11
Hand selected by the Children's Room staff, these books are perfect for any middle school student looking for a break from reality, a mirror in which to see themselves, or a window into someone else's life. Be sure to ask your local librarian to suggest even more titles. You can check out 60 books with your library card!
The Outlaw Youngers
Real Pirates
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True Crime - Outlaws

  • Sara M.
  • Thursday, January 10
Your money or your life!  These books are all about outlaws - highwaymen, pirates, and mutineers.  Be prepared to shiver your timbers and reach for the sky! This list is part of the #BroaderBookshelf2019 reading challenge.  Find more lists here.
The Nazi Officer's Wife
The Seamstress a Memoir of Survival
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Survivor Stories: The Holocaust in Memoir

  • Sara M.
  • Wednesday, January 09
The stories of Holocaust survivors give a personal perspective into the realities of the Shoah.  These memoirs and fictional books based on real life experiences are powerful, immediate, and unforgettable. This list is part of the #BroaderBookshelf2019 reading challenge.  Find more lists here.
People of the Book
Modern Girls
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Different from All Other Nights: Jewish Non-Holocaust Historical Fiction

  • Sara M.
  • Tuesday, January 01
There are many beautiful, moving historical fiction books about the Holocaust.  None of them are on this list!  If you'd like to read some fiction about the many other periods in Jewish history, this list is for you.  (Some of these may have characters with memories of the Holocaust or partially take place in World War II, but the Holocaust experience is not the main focus.)
Resistance. Vol. 01
Mike's Place
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Moving Pictures: The Jewish Experience in Graphic Novels

  • Sara M.
  • Monday, December 31
From Superman to Maus, comics wouldn't be the same without Jewish creators.  Enjoy this list of graphic novels about the Jewish experience and nonfiction books about Jewish contributions to sequential art. This list is part of the #BroaderBookshelf2019 reading challenge.  Find more lists here.
Pick-up Game
Booked
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If Your Teen Loves Sports, Try...

  • Thomas M.
  • Friday, December 28
A lot can happen on the field, rink, court, water, and/or track. Whether you're chasing a championship or sitting on the sidelines, check out some of these great athletic tales for teens.
Silver Spoon. Volume 1
Dead Dead Demon's Dededede Destruction. 1
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New Manga of 2018

  • Thomas M.
  • Thursday, December 27
With 2018 winding down, let's take a look back at all the new manga titles and series that came out in the past year. These debuts range from fantasy and science fiction to romance and drama. Every "Vol. 1" is an invitation to try something new.
Spider-Verse
Spider-Men
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If You Liked: Spider-Man Into The Spider-Verse

  • Thomas M.
  • Wednesday, December 26
If Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse made you want to add more Miles Morales, Spider-Gwen, and wider Spider-Verse stories to your reading web, we've got easy access to comics and readalikes. No wallcrawling required.
Lego DC Comics Super Heroes. Aquaman Rage of Atlantis
Aquaman. Vol. 01, The Drowning
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If You Liked: Aquaman

  • Thomas M.
  • Wednesday, December 26
Would you like to take a deep dive into the world of Aquaman, especially after seeing the new movie? Whether you're just dipping your toe into legends of Atlantis or looking to make a splash into all things Atlantean, Richland Library is your pipeline for good comics.
A Town of Empty Rooms
Hot Pursuit
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Kosher Cornbread: The Jewish Experience in the South

  • Sara M.
  • Saturday, December 22
Shalom, y'all!  The South has been home to vibrant Jewish communities for centuries.  Enjoy this list of fiction and non-fiction books about the Jewish experience south of the Mason-Dixon line. This list is part of the #BroaderBookshelf2019 reading challenge.  Find more lists here.
The Thrilling Adventure Hour. A Spirited Romance
The Book of Esther
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Wandering Star: Jewish Speculative Fiction

  • Sara M.
  • Friday, December 21
Rich traditions of Jewish folklore, culture, and history inform these science fiction and fantasy books.  They feature Jewish characters, themes, and stories. This list is part of the #BroaderBookshelf2019 reading challenge.  Find more lists here.
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Richland Library St. Andrews

Winter Is Coming...

  • Lindsey T.
  • Tuesday, December 11

  Provide frost tunnel battlements to help your garden fight the cold!

Watership Down
Skellig
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Good Books for 12 & 13 Year Olds

  • Children's Room
  • Thursday, November 29
The tween years are full of excitement, change and looking forward to the future. Leaving childhood behind can be a scary prospect, but there are some wonderful books to take along on this journey. Check out these great reads for tweens.
The 5th Wave
Divergent. Insurgent
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Love Maze Runner? Check out that book to movie and more!

  • Helene F.
  • Monday, November 05
6 Books and Their Movies Just in Time For Holiday Travel!  Hurry to your local library and check out these futuristic titles to read and then watch the movie.  Also, ask your local librarian for even more suggestions!
The Maze Runner
The House of the Scorpion
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Love Percy Jackson? Read these five books!

  • Helene F.
  • Monday, November 05
5 books to read if you love Percy Jackson! Join these new characters in their adventures and coming of age stories.  Ask your local librarian for even more suggestions! 
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Richland Library Main

DIY Wine Cork Pumpkins

  • Laura Bliss Morris
  • Monday, November 26

Create the perfect Thanksgiving centerpiece with these easy, DIY Wine Cork Pumpkins! 

Monday's Not Coming
Allegedly
Staff Picks

If You Liked: The Hate U Give

  • Kimberly Jones
  • Wednesday, October 10
Have you read the Hate U Give by Angie Thomas yet? Or maybe you’ve seen the movie. If you enjoyed reading or watching then you will surely like these books too.
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Ferguson's Career Guidance Center

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TOPICsearch

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Academic Search Premier

Search here for full-text journal articles in biology, chemistry, engineering, physics, psychology, religion & theology, and many more topics.

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NewsBank

NewsBank provides access to hundreds of newspapers from around the country and within South Carolina, including The State and The Post and Courier.

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Gale in Context: Science

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Gale in Context: World History

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Gale in Context: U.S. History

Discover American history from pre-colonial times to the present by reading historical documents and articles about the famous individuals in American history and about historical events.

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Literature Resource Center

Contains author biographies, literary criticism, bibliographies, Internet sites, genre searches, reference book entries (such as literary dictionaries) and more.

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Explora for Public Libraries

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Tutor.com

Real-Time Tutoring: 24 hours a day, seven days a week for English and Spanish speakers. Connect with a tutor on a variety of subjects, test prep assistance, or parent coaching.

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CultureGrams

CultureGrams provides quick cultural and statistical snapshots of the over 200 countries recognized by the United Nations.

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Bloom's Literature

Explore the great works of world literature though author biographies, and analysis and criticism of major works and characters.

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Explora for High Schools

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Explora for Middle Schools

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4 Manga About Beginning A New Life

  • Thomas M.
  • Friday, May 25
Reincarnation. Rebirth. 1-Up. When it comes to these manga, starting over is the name of the game. Check out the manga series listed below to get lost in a story about characters also getting lost in a story. Whether it's a new life as a dungeon spider, a shape-shifting slime, or an immortal avatar, you and the main character are starting on the same page!
Famous Last Words
The Crossover
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Great Books for Middle School Teens

  • Richland Library
  • Thursday, May 03
Looking for a great book for your teen? From historical adventures across the country to fantasy worlds beyond imagination, Richland Library has it all. Check out the list below to find some of our favorites! Don't see what you're looking for? Stop by any Richland Library location for more recommendations.