Before the Big Bang
The Seed Detective
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New in Science

  • Bland L.
  • Wednesday, December 14
Among the latest science titles are two from award-winning authors whose books regularly appear on the nonfiction best-seller lists.  Unlike most previous books on Covid-19, which have focused on the medical drama of the pandemic, David Quammen’s Breathless takes a purely scientific perspective on the struggle to understand the virus.  Siddhartha Mukherjee’s
What Happened to You?
Codependent No More
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Psychological Family Trauma: Non-Fiction

  • Ariel H.
  • Tuesday, November 01
Below you'll find a curated list on psychological trauma. If you're currently dealing with any domestic violence or in need of immediate assistance, you can speak with one of our social workers. Their contact information is provided below: Email: socialworker@richlandlibrary.com Phone: 803.509.8371 Text: 803.386.8506 Fax: 803.973.788
All This Could Be Different
When We Were Sisters
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2022 National Book Award Longlists

  • Bland L.
  • Friday, September 16
The 2022 National Book Award longlists have just been announced.  The finalists will be named on 4 October.  In the meantime, check out these contenders in the categories of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, young people's literature, and translated literature.
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Richland Library Sandhills

Compassion Fatigue: When Work Wears You Down

  • Emily Barber
  • Wednesday, September 14

Helping professionals – like nurses, teachers, or social workers – can get worn down by the nature of their jobs. Workplaces need structures to help employees care for themselves on their own terms.

Nickel and Dimed
Bait and Switch
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Remembering Barbara Ehrenreich

  • Bland L.
  • Tuesday, September 06
Barbara Ehrenreich, who for more than fifty years dissected American culture in a series of perceptive books (many of them best sellers), died on 1 Sept.
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Richland Library Main

On the Streets Where We Live

  • Bland L.
  • Wednesday, April 27

If you’ve ever walked or biked around downtown Columbia, you’ve probably encountered impatience from drivers waiting for you to clear a crosswalk or pedal through an intersection.  The unspoken assumption in this scenario is that streets are primarily for cars, and any other uses take a back seat (so to speak) to this imperative.

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Richland Library Main

How to Talk to Your Kids About COVID

  • Anika Thomas
  • Wednesday, May 25

When the 2020 lockdown began to lift and our new normal beckoned for us to finally leave our homes I didn’t know what to do or what to expect. Information changed so rapidly, it made it hard for me, as a parent, to create consistency in my approach to COVID-19 so I reverted to basics. Here are some things I learned. 

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Richland Library St. Andrews

Great Big Family Quarantine

  • Lindsey T.
  • Monday, March 28

Quarantine can be difficult if you're not a single-person household. Here are some answers to common questions about quarantining as a family. 

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Richland Library Main

Know Before You Share

  • Sara M.
  • Monday, March 14

These days we have access to more information than we've ever had before - which means we have access to more wrong information than we've ever had before. 

Super Volcanoes
The Best American Science and Nature Writing 2021
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New in Science

  • Bland L.
  • Tuesday, December 21
Check out the latest in science writing from our collection.  Notable titles include Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law, by best-selling author Mary Roach (dubbed "America's funniest science writer" by the WaPo) and Scientist: E. O.
Stress Relief for the Anxious Mind
Coping with Critical, Demanding, and Dysfunctional Parents
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Holiday Mental Health

  • Sarah C.
  • Tuesday, December 14
The holidays aren’t always the joyful experience they’re meant to be; in fact, they can exacerbate feelings of grief, anxiety, and depression.  If you or someone you love is dealing with holiday blues this year, check out some of the titles below for helpful tips to ease the struggle.  You are not alone! If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.  Help is always available.  
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Richland Library Main

Travelling During COVID-19

  • Megan M.
  • Monday, February 07

Travelling during COVID-19 can be scary and confusing. Here are some guidelines to help keep you safe.

Bicycling with Butterflies
Water
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Expand Your Knowledge of the World

  • Ariel H.
  • Wednesday, November 24
🌎Take a look at some titles that will continue to grow and challenge what you think you know about the world. Keep seeking to grow and learn more about the world you live in. These books will hopefully change how you see the world, and may encourage you to help build a better world for all (if you haven't already done so). Take a look below, and enjoy!
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Richland Library Main

Facing Difficult Family During the Holidays

  • Kate B.
  • Wednesday, December 08

The carols, commercials, and TV shows flooding the airwaves currently want us to believe that “it’s the most wonderful time of the year.” And yet for many people reality is drastically different. Expectations are high, individuals are stressed, loved ones yell, and blame, and spread guilt. Discover some titles to help you deal with difficult people and learn a breathing technique to manage anxiety. 

Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Ultimate Guide
The Aromatherapy Companion
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Aromatherapy Makes Sense

  • Lisa G.
  • Tuesday, November 09
aromatherapy: inhalation or bodily application (as by massage) of fragrant essential oils (as from flowers and fruits) for therapeutic purposes broadly : the use of aroma to enhance a feeling of well-being “Aromatherapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aromatherapy. Accessed 9 Nov. 2021. Check out these materials to get started with aromatherapy!
The Anxiety Survival Guide for Teens
Other Boys
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Anxiety is overwhelming. These books can help.

  • Thomas M.
  • Monday, October 11
Anxiety comes in many forms, all of them personal. Recognizing and describing anxiety is an important step in learning how to manage it. The books below include fictional stories where characters struggle with and confront their anxiety, as well as nonfiction books that deal directly with causes and solutions regarding anxiety.
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Richland Library North Main

DIY: Viruses Science Activity

  • Jocelyn T.
  • Wednesday, March 23

In this experiment, you will follow directions and learn how important it is to protect yourself from viruses by washing your hands.

Killing the Black Body
Four Hundred Souls
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National Wellness Month: Black Women's Health

  • Ariel H.
  • Thursday, August 05
August is National Wellness Month⚕️ Here is a list on systemic racism and the history on the battle for control of black women's health throughout the centuries. Also, included are some wellness guides promoting self-care and healing. 
The Arbornaut
Fear of a Black Universe
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New in Science

  • Bland L.
  • Thursday, July 15
New titles by best-selling authors Michael Pollan (This Is Your Mind on Plants),
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Richland Library Northeast

The Grilled Peaches You Didn't Know You Needed

  • Caroline B.
  • Thursday, July 22

This grilled peach with strawberry goat cheese recipe combines the sweetness of peak season peaches with the tanginess of goat cheese blended with strawberries.  Topped with toasted walnuts and honey, this quick low-fat dessert is a great finish to a summer meal. 

Herb Gardening for Dummies
The Integrative Guide to Good Health
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Herbal Guides from the Ground Up

  • Ariel H.
  • Friday, April 16
Great Weather!  Awesome Temperatures! Spring Cleaning! Now, How About Your Garden? Dig into These Books to Get Your Herbs Up and Growing.
What We Don't Talk About When We Talk About Fat
The (other) F Word
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Health at Every Size

  • Jennifer N.
  • Wednesday, April 14
A revolution in size acceptance is upon us.  The titles below explore the work of the Health at Every Size (HAES) movement and the concepts of fatphobia, weight discrimination, body image, disordered eating, radical self love, and weight inclusivity.  Challenging traditional notions of weight and health, these works may lead you to question what you thought you knew about wellness.
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Richland Library Southeast

Mini-Retreat: Play Birdsong Hero

  • Amy A.
  • Sunday, March 28

Wish you could identify birds by their songs? Try this simple game and turn "someday" into "today" for your bird watching bucket-list daydreams. 

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Richland Library Main

COVID-19 Resource Review

  • Ariel H.
  • Thursday, October 14

Do you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccines, but don't know where to look? Check out these resources!

45-love
55 Dynamic Agility & Conditioning Drills for Tennis
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Swing into Tennis (Game, Set, Match)

  • Ariel H.
  • Thursday, March 11
A list of Tennis related material has been compiled as you gear up for the courts. Lace up your shoes and tighten your strings, it's time to ace this year's season. 
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...
The Rabbit Listened
Captain Starfish
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Read All About It: Worry & Anxiety

  • Caitlin B.
  • Thursday, January 28
2021. We made it, but not without a heaping dose of anxiety and fear. If worry is affecting you, you can bet it’s also affecting your little one.
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. 
Already a Butterfly
Breathe and Be
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Read All About It: Being Mindful & Finding Calm

  • Heather M.
  • Wednesday, December 23
Being mindful, taking a breath and finding your calm can be challenging on a good day.  Add in busy schedules, family stresses, worries and world events, it can seem impossible--especially for children who haven't mastered self-regulation.  Even good changes like holidays or vacations can make children feel overwhelmed:  
Killing the Black Body
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.
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The Brutal History of Black Bodies & Medicine

  • Heather M.
  • Wednesday, October 21
As with so much of American history, the field of medicine made advancements at the expense of numerous Black lives.  Yet, this trauma did not end with emancipation.  The stereotypes and inhumane treatment persisted through Jim Crow.  The vestiges remain today and play out in racial health disparities that have come into even sharper focus with COVID-19.
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Richland Library Main

Healing the Black Body (and Mind)

  • Richland Library
  • Thursday, October 22

Find both national and local resources and initiatives that promote healing and health in the Black community.  

What to Eat when You're Pregnant
Nurture
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Educating and Preparing Yourself for Childbirth

  • Ariel H.
  • Wednesday, October 14
Congratulations on your new addition! Listed below are a few informative books for the expecting mother and family. These topics range from what to eat while you're pregnant to the various birthing types. It's always good to brush up on some of the latest advice from current moms, but during this season of COVID it's more important than ever. Hopefully, some of these titles can be useful for you, or a loved one.