December 19, 2011

Applications Now Available for SC First Novel Prize

If you are 18 years of age or older, a resident of South Carolina, and have never been published before, you may be eligible to win the S.C First Novel Prize.

Charleston novelist Josephine Humphries will be the final judge from among the finalists.

For more information: SC First Novel Prive


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December 18, 2011

New Training Manual for Charleston Tour Guides

The Historic Charleston Foundation has recently rewritten The City of Charleston Tour Guide Training Manual. This is the first re-write since 1984 and incorporates many new historical findings about Charleston as well as some very useful myth-busting.

Copies are available at the City Tourism Management Office


More on the story from ABC NEWS: Charleston History Rewritten


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December 11, 2011

Civil War Novel Wins Multiple Awards

Self-published author, Jessica James has recently won the highly regarded John Esten Cooke Award for Southern Fiction for her novel, Noble Cause.

Both an epic love story and engaging historical fiction, Noble Cause was released on the 150th anniversary of the firing on Ft. Sumter.

Additional Awards:
Winner, Next Generation Indie Award for Regional Fiction
Finalist, Historical Fiction category in the USA “Best Books of 2011″ Awards











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November 24, 2011

New Animated e-Book a Unique Gift for Young Readers

Light Sleeper Studios recently released a new animated e-storybook for young readers titled "Koto Go Silence."

Koto is a young dog who has a series of exciting adventures that are sure to entertain kids. The story app features original animation and includes an audio narration option that adds to the story's appeal.

"Koto Go Silence" is available for download for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.

For 3 bucks, we think it's worth checking out!






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November 18, 2011

Charleston Columnist Pens New Book of Southern Perspectives

Ken Burger, beloved former columnist at the Post & Courier has recently released a new collection of articles entitled Baptized in Sweet Tea: A Collection of Ken Burger's Columns Celebrating the South

Post & Courier Review: "New Ken Burger book celebrates South"

From Evening Post Books:
Baptized in Sweet Tea

At Amazon:
Swallow Savannah by Ken Burger
Sister Santee by Ken Burger

Ken Burger's Blog:
KenBurgerBlog.com


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October 24, 2011

New Nonprofit Providing Books to Charleston Students

Book Worm Angels, a literacy organization based in Chicago, has recently launched a local branch in Charleston and already has started distributing books to needy students.

Hallelujah!


Nonprofit Gives Books to Needy Schools [Post & Courier Story]

Gift of Books [Post & Courier Story]

BookWormAngels.org





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October 14, 2011

New Kids Book from Charleston Author Kelly Dougherty

Charleston parents, Kelly Dougherty (author) and Justin Walling (illustrator), recently celebrated the publishing of the family's second book, The Story of Che.

This is a heartwarming personal story about how a young Guatemalan boy becomes a part of a new loving family. The story touches on issues of adoption and multiracial families at a time when getting along with one another despite our differences has never been more important.

TheStoryofChe.com














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October 4, 2011

Stephen Colbert Bio Coming Oct. 11

Charleston native, Stephen Colbert, is the subject of a new biography to be available October 11, 2011!


And Nothing but the Truthiness: The Rise (and Further Rise) of Stephen Colbert
By Lisa Rogak



Stephen Colbert is a funny and fascinating guy. For an inside look at the real Stephen Colbert and hise rise to fame, author Lisa Rogak's in depth biography should be a real pleasure.


More about Lisa Rogak: LisaRogak.com

Amazon Review: And Nothing but the Truthiness: The Rise (and Further Rise) of Stephen Colbert



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October 3, 2011

P & C Review: Comprehensive look at 9/11

Check out this timely review from the Post & Courier.

THE ELEVENTH DAY: The Full Story of 9/11 and Osama bin Laden
By Anthony Summers and Robbyn Swan





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Charleston Library Adds Free eBooks

Charleston library patrons can download ebooks for free. There are thousands to choose from and it is really easy.

Read the story: at TheDigital

Start downloading ebooks: at www.CCPL.org



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YALLFest 2011 Coming November 11-12

Fans of Young Adult books and authors will not want to miss YALLfest 2011.

Hosted by Blue Bicycle Books, the festival will feature over twenty top young adult writers for two days of seminars and panels.

This is your chance to get up close and personal with some of your favorite YA authors.

For more information:YALLfest 2011



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October 2, 2011

New Bookstore to Open in North Charleston

Mr K's Used Books, Music and More is in the final stages of renovation and expects to open at their new location in North Charleston by the end of October or early in November.

Mr' K's currently has branches in TN, NC, and Greenville, SC.


Mr K's Used Books, Music and More
5070 International Blvd
North Charleston, SC 29418



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October 1, 2011

Big Book Event: That BIG Book Sale

Yes, it's that time of year again!
Our favorite book sale event of the year is here.


That BIG Book Sale
October 7 - 9, 2011

Friends of the Charleston County Library
Gaillard Auditorium, 77 Calhoun Street

Over 60,000 items, including books, DVDs and CDs,
at prices starting at just $1! Bring your own bag.
Cash, credit and checks accepted.


For those who have never attended, our advice is to get there early!







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September 30, 2011

Great Books Discussion Group 2011-2012

CHARLESTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
GREAT BOOKS DISCUSSION - 2011-2012

Second Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Main Library, Meeting Room B

October 12- Envy
KRAKATAU - Jim Shepard
WEEKEND - Fay Weldon

November 9- Anger
TORCH SONG - John Cheever
MY FIRST TWO WOMEN - Nadine Gordimer

December 14- Sloth
BABYLON REVISITED - F. Scott Fitzgerald
THE CUSTARD HEART - Dorothy Parker

January 11 (2012)- Greed
A WOMAN OF FIFTY - W. Somerset Maugham
MY WIFE IS A WHITE RUSSIAN - Rose Tremain

February 8- Gluttony
THEFT IN A PASTRY SHOP - Italo Calvino
FAT PEOPLE - Alison Lurie

March 14- Lust
NUNS AT LUNCHEON - Aldous Huxley
COWBOYS ARE MY WEAKNESS - Pam Houston

Books may be picked up at the main library fiction desk or by contacting Sara Breibart at breibarts@ccpl.org

September 21, 2011

Girls Literacy Explosion!

In the news...

Junior Girls Day Out Community Project, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting the development of Tri-county girls ages 7-12, has announced a new after-school literacy program.

Read the Story: Girls Literacy Explosion!

Meet the Organization: Junior Girls Day Out Community Project