DEAD WAKE

Erik Larson has written another exciting book.  His previous book, "Devil in the White City" and "Isaac's Storm" have been bestsellers and are still popular.  "Devil in the White City" tells the story of a serial killer during the time of the World's Fair, and "Isaac's Storm" is about the devastating hurricane in Galveston, Texas. 
Try his latest book "Dead Wake", the story of the sinking of the Lusitania during World War I. Larson has a talent for making his readers feel as if they are part of the events.

Dead wake : the last crossing of the Lusitania / Erik Larson

 

Visit our website to place this title on hold.  While you're waiting for your copy try some of his other books.

 

Thanks for reading and we hope you're enjoying your summer.  Don't forget all of our Summer Reading programs!

 

BIOGRAPHIES

How about a biography or autobiography for your summer reading?  Here are two you might enjoy:

 

 

 

 

 

 

American wife : love, war, faith, and renewal / Taya Kyle with Jim DeFelice.

 

American sniper : the autobiography of the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history / Chris Kyle, with Scott McEwen and Jim DeFelice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL STORYTELLER

JULY TOP TEN BOOKS

Here are the top books that librarians have chosen for July 2015.  Check our catalog or call 843-849-6161 to check availability.
Thanks for reading.

JULY CALENDAR

We've been incredibly busy this summer with lots of programs for children.  Come enjoy the library and get out of the heat.  See our calendar for our activities for children, young adults and adults.

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SUMMER READING

Summer Reading: June 1-August 10

Summer Reading begins June 1. Don't miss out on the great prizes.

This summer, from June 1 through August 10, Charleston County Public Library is rewarding everyone for simply reading. Starting Saturday, June 1, sign up at any of our 16 branch locations absolutely free. Don't Fall Behind: Why Summer Reading Is Important Watch this short video to see how reading over the summer keeps children moving forward with their learning. If children do not read over the summer, by the time school starts in the fall, they are two months behind those who did read. By fifth grade, the gap between summer readers and non-readers can range as high as 2.5 - 3 years. Mind the gap - visit your public library, and read!

Every Hero Has a Story is for ages 11 and younger. Children receive prizes for reading or listening to stories at levels of 5, 15 and 30 hours. Awards include the S.C. Reading Medal, passes to local attractions, karate lessons and branch grand prizes. Enjoy nearly 700 programs that include magicians, storytellers, live theatre and other exciting events. Every Baby Needs a Story is for pre-readers with activity sheets designed for caregivers and babies. Turn it in to win a board book for baby and a free tote bag for baby's grown up. Check out the fun events and prizes.

Unmask! Reading Contest is for students entering grades 6-12. Read anything you like, and win cool prizes, free food, passes to local attractions and gift cards. There will be bi-weekly prize drawings, grand prize drawings and rewards for reaching your reading goal. The more you read, the more you can win!       Teens earn cool reading rewards.

Designed for readers age 18 and older, Reading Wave rewards adults for reading with bi-weekly prizes and a grand prize drawing. Read along with Charleston County's youth and cash in - you deserve it!  Adults can win big with Summer Reading.