Autumn Peltier, Water Warrior
No World Too Big
Staff Picks

Celebrate Earth Day With These Children's Titles

  • Ashley S.
  • Monday, April 22
Happy Earth Day! On April 22nd, people from all over the world demonstrate their support for environmental protection. If you want to learn more about how you can protect the Earth, check out these children's titles.

Aug 28 6:30 p.m.

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Richland Library Ballentine

Bookin' It in Ballentine

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, Prisoners of the Castle: An Epic Story of Survival and Escape from Colditz, the Nazis' Fortress Prison, by Ben Macintyre.

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Clubs and Groups

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Adults

Jun 26 6:30 p.m.

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Richland Library Ballentine

Bookin' It in Ballentine

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, The Spy Who Came in From The Cold by John le Carré.

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Clubs and Groups

Audience(s):

Adults

May 29 6:30 p.m.

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Richland Library Ballentine

Bookin' It in Ballentine

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, Hanging Mary: A Reimagining of Lincoln's Assassination by Susan Higginbotham.

Event Type(s):

Clubs and Groups

Audience(s):

Adults
The Last Days of the Dinosaurs
The Complete Dinosaur
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Dinosaur Books for Grown Ups

  • Sara M.
  • Thursday, April 18
Kids love dinosaurs, and there are lots of great books for kids about them.  But what about the rest of us?  Check out some of these fantastic books about thunder lizards for adults - there are memoirs, histories of paleontology, art books, and up to date science on what dinosaurs looked like, how they behaved, and how we know.  If you haven't been keeping up with modern discoveries in paleontology, pick up a book from this list and you may be surprised at how much things have changed!
The Last Murder at the End of the World
Summers at the Saint
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LibraryReads for May 2024

  • Sarah C.
  • Tuesday, April 16
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country.  All these books will be published in May 2024, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!    
Why Does He Do That?
Not That Bad
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Resources on Intimate Partner Violence

  • Sara M.
  • Saturday, April 13
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is abuse or aggression that occurs in a romantic relationship. “Intimate partner” refers to both current and former spouses and dating partners. IPV can vary in how often it happens and how severe it is. It can range from one episode of violence that could have lasting impact to chronic and severe episodes over multiple years. IPV can include any of the following types of behavior:
A Caribbean Heiress in Paris
The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie
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Ready for Bridgerton?

  • Sara M.
  • Thursday, April 11
Are you ready for Season 3 of Netflix's Bridgerton adaptation?  The first half releases May 16, so you've got plenty of time to pregame with these readalikes!
The Hive and the Honey
The King is Always Above the People
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20th Anniversary of The Story Prize

  • Savannah G.
  • Friday, April 05
The Story Prize is an annual book award that honors the author of an outstanding collection of short fiction. 2024 marks 20 years of (something). This year's winner is The Hive and the Honey by Paul Yoon.
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Richland Library Main

The Trans Rights Readathon

  • Savannah G.
  • Friday, March 29

The Trans Rights Readathon is an annual call to action to all readers and book lovers! During the readathon readers are encouraged to read and uplift titles centered around trans stories.

The Husbands
The Rule Book
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LibraryReads for April 2024

  • Sarah C.
  • Monday, March 25
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country.  All these books will be published in April 2024, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!    
Sing Me to Sleep
Sing Me to Sleep
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Sight-Reading: Music-Inspired YA

  • Alex B.
  • Monday, March 18
Music is an essential aspect of teen culture for any generation so it makes sense there's a lot of books about music-lovers! Check out these music-inspired reads for a harmonious experience. 
Shuna's Journey
Nightwing. Volume 1, Issue 78-83, Leaping into the Light
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2023 Eisner Award Winners

  • Thomas M.
  • Saturday, March 16
Check out the winners of the 2023 Eisner Awards, announced each year at San Diego Comic-Con. You can see a full list of categories, nominees, and winners here. Keep in mind that Eisner categories span across various creative roles, formats, and target age ranges. Digital copies of the 2023 Eisner Award winners can also be found on Hoopla.
The Mimicking of Known Successes
Barbie
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2023 Nebula Awards Finalists

  • Sara M.
  • Friday, March 15
Each year, the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA) votes on the Nebula Awards for outstanding novel, novella, novelette, game writing, and short stories eligible for that year’s award.
Hangman
And then She Fell
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The 2024 Women's Prize for Fiction

  • Adele C.
  • Thursday, March 14
The Women's Prize for Fiction is an annual award that celebrates outstanding, original full-length fiction written by women in English from around the world. Established in 1996, the prize aims to promote diversity and excellence in literature, offering a platform for women's voices to be heard and recognized. It not only highlights the literary achievements of women writers but also encourages a wider readership for their work.
Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky
The Ruins of Gorlan
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Naruto Readalikes for Teens

  • Alex B.
  • Wednesday, March 06
The Naruto manga series has long been popular with teens--and for good reason! It's got magic, friendship, action, and it's a coming of age story. While manga reading still counts as reading, here are some novels with similar themes for fans ready to branch out.  Believe it!
Arden High. Vol. 01 Twelfth Grade Night
Saving Hamlet
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Shake it Up: YA Adaptations of Shakespeare

  • Alex B.
  • Monday, March 04
Adaptations and remixes of the Western canon are super trendy in teen literature these days! Here's a closer look at shaken-up Shakespeare retellings. 
Tom Lake
Blood Debts
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The Southern Book Prize 2024

  • Sarah C.
  • Friday, March 01
Each February, the Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance awards the Southern Book Prize to the best Southern books of the year.  Titles are nominated by indie booksellers and voted on by their customers.  This year's winners are:Fiction - Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
All That She Carried
Vulture Capitalism
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The 2024 Women's Prize for Non-Fiction

  • Adele C.
  • Friday, March 01
Just as the Women’s Prize for Fiction celebrates and honors exceptional fiction written by women, so too does the inaugural Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction platform the very best in non-fiction by women. This celebration of women’s voices, resilience, and creativity identifies compelling, thought-provoking, and beautifully crafted non-fiction works.
But Will You Love Me Tomorrow?
What God is Honored Here?
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Women's History Month 2024

  • Megan M.
  • Friday, March 01
March is Women's History Month!The 2024 theme is "Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion."
Static
Hardware, Season One
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Black Comics & Creators

  • Thomas M.
  • Wednesday, February 28
Every year brings new and returning black comics creators, and all of them are opportunities to experience great and eye-opening stories. Previous years have seen lists about Black Superheroes, Comics With Black Protagonists, and Black History In Comics.
How to Solve Your Own Murder
The Princess of Las Vegas
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LibraryReads for March 2024

  • Sarah C.
  • Monday, February 26
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country.  All these books will be published in March 2024, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!    
Of Time and Turtles
The Underworld
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Smithsonian Magazine Best Science Books of 2023

  • Bland L.
  • Tuesday, February 20
Check out these recently published science titles that Smithsonian Magazine has singled out for praise.  The list includes Of Time and Turtles, by best-selling author Sy Montgomery, and the thought-provoking Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of O
Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute
Together, Apart
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2024 New Year, New Me: Middle Grade and Teen Books

  • Richland Library
  • Monday, February 19
Recommended by Richland Library staff, this list is what happens when we decide to kick-off the new year with a challenge--reading outside of our comfort zones.  From nonfiction to manga, romance to historical fiction, we stretched ourselves and our reading habits to explore new genres and authors.  
Goodbye Earl
The Brittanys
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Galentines Day Reads

  • Savannah G.
  • Tuesday, February 13
Happy Galentine’s Day! Show your girlfriends you really care by sharing a good book with them. From thrilling mysteries to heart-warming comings of age tales, this list is all about the power of female friendships.

May 28 6:00 p.m.

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Richland Library North Main

Page Turners Book Group

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, Down the River, Unto the Sea by Walter Mosley.

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Clubs and Groups

Audience(s):

Adults
We Were Once a Family
Tremor
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2023 National Book Critics Circle Award Winners

  • Megan M.
  • Friday, January 26
This year's winners include:Fiction: I Am Homeless if This Is Not My Home by Lorrie Moore Nonfiction: We Were Once a Family by Roxanna Asgarian Biography: Winnie and Nelson by Jonny Steinberg How to Say Babylon by Safiya Sinclair

May 14 10:00 a.m.

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Richland Library Ballentine

All Booked Up

Join us for a book group discussion of this month’s title, The Kingdoms of Savannah: A Novel, by George Dawes Green.

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Clubs and Groups

Audience(s):

Adults
Christmas and Other Horrors
Never Whistle at Night
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2023 Bram Stoker Awards

  • Megan M.
  • Wednesday, January 24
The Stoker Awards have been presented by the Horror Writers Association since 1987.Check out this year's ballot...
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Richland Library Main

Celebrity Book Club Picks

  • Megan M.
  • Thursday, April 04

Whether you’ve been on the Book Club wagon since Oprah or are just looking for a new book and not sure where to start, these celebrity book clubs are great resources for choosing your next read! 

The Peacock and the Sparrow
Perplexing Plots
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2024 Edgar Award Nominees

  • Megan M.
  • Thursday, January 18
The Edgar Awards honor the best in mystery fiction and nonfiction.Check out the nominees...
A Fate Inked in Blood
The Warm Hands of Ghosts
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LibraryReads for February 2024

  • Sarah C.
  • Thursday, January 18
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country.  All these books will be published in February 2024, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!
Lost and Found
The Break-up Diaries. Vol. 1
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"Where are your drama books?"

  • Wednesday, January 17
What makes a "drama" book? The Teen Center is used to this question, but the answer shifts from person to person. As best we can tell, "drama" as a teen fiction category includes some combination of the following:contemporary settingflawed main characterbullyinggossipmysterycrimecharacters who are put through a series of ordealsreal consequencesThe list below represents teen fiction that fits these descriptors. One thing's for sure: these books are made to be shared like hot gossip.
Paths of Dissent
The Drone Eats with Me
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BroaderBookshelf 2024: War in Nonfiction

  • Megan M.
  • Monday, January 15
Fulfill the "read a book about war" prompt with these titles.This list is part of the BroaderBookshelf 2024 reading challenge. Find more lists here.
Song for Night
Green on Blue
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BroaderBookshelf 2024: War in Fiction

  • Megan M.
  • Monday, January 15
Fulfill the "read a book about war" prompt with these titles.This list is part of the BroaderBookshelf 2024 reading challenge. Find more lists here.
Notes on Grief
Have a Little Faith
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BroaderBookshelf 2024: Death in Nonfiction

  • Megan M.
  • Monday, January 08
Fulfill the "read a fiction or nonfiction title that confronts the topic of aging or death" prompt with these titles.This list is part of the BroaderBookshelf 2024 reading challenge. Find more lists here. 
A Death in the Family
The Five People You Meet in Heaven
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BroaderBookshelf 2024: Death in Fiction

  • Megan M.
  • Monday, January 08
Fulfill the "read a fiction or nonfiction title that confronts the topic of aging or death" prompt with these titles.This list is part of the BroaderBookshelf 2024 reading challenge. Find more lists here.
How We Age
The End of Old Age
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BroaderBookshelf 2024: Aging in Nonfiction

  • Megan M.
  • Monday, January 01
Fulfill the "read a fiction or nonfiction title that confronts the topic of aging or death" prompt with these titles.This list is part of the BroaderBookshelf 2024 reading challenge. Find more lists here.
A God in Ruins
Old Babes in the Wood
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BroaderBookshelf 2024: Aging in Fiction

  • Megan M.
  • Monday, January 01
Fulfill the "read a fiction or nonfiction title that confronts the topic of aging or death" prompt with these titles.This list is part of the BroaderBookshelf 2024 reading challenge. Find more lists here.
Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands
Who Owns This Sentence?
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LibraryReads for January 2024

  • Sarah C.
  • Saturday, December 16
Each month, LibraryReads lists the top upcoming titles recommended by librarians across the country.  All these books will be published in January 2024, so stay ahead of the curve and get on the holds list now!
Your Face Belongs to Us
Power and Progress
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Financial Times Best Business Books of 2023

  • Bland L.
  • Monday, December 11
London’s Financial Times has released a list of the year’s best business titles.  It includes books treating such timely topics as AI (The Coming Wave), cryptocurrency (
Black Cranes
Mojo
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Diverse Voices in Horror

  • Sarah C.
  • Wednesday, December 06
Check out these titles for terrifying tales from a wide array of voices!  
The Last White Man
On Girlhood
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Quick Reads

  • Morgan R.
  • Thursday, November 30
Love to read but short on time? Trying to complete a yearly reading goal like the #BroaderBookshelf Reading Challenge? In a reading slump? Check out one of these quick reads to get you back on track and feel accomplished! Need more inspiration? Try our Personalized Reading Recommendations.