Books
Search our collections of books, CDs, DVDs, and other physical materials across all Beaufort County Library branches. Need more? Expand to SCLENDS partner libraries statewide and have items delivered to your branch.
Use the SCLENDS catalog to search the collections of the Beaufort County Library system and partner libraries across the state to find what you're looking for and place it on hold. Items from SCLENDS libraries can be delivered to your branch.
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Lucky Day Collection
Our Lucky Day Collection features up-for-grabs copies of popular books. If it's on the shelf, it's yours—no holds, no waiting. These bonus copies can't be placed on hold, so stop by and see if it's your lucky day!
SCLENDS FAQ
What is SCLENDS?
SCLENDS is a consortium of more than 20 library systems across the state that has agreed to share their physical collections. All SCLENDS libraries share the same online catalog.
What does it mean to place an item 'on hold'?
When you place a book on hold, you request that it be delivered to your local branch library for you to pick up. The requested book may come from the shelves of your local library, from a different Beaufort County Library branch, or even from a library across the state!
I requested an item, but it's taking a while. Why is this?
If a book or DVD is popular, it may have a waitlist. If there is no waitlist, a requested item should arrive at the customer's home library within a few business days. There are various reasons why an item may take longer than anticipated. Please contact your local library, and our staff will investigate the delay.
How am I notified of my hold arriving?
Beaufort County Library cardholders receive automated email notifications when an item:
you've placed on hold is ready for pickup
is nearing its due date
has successfully auto-renewed
is overdue
Please note that you will not receive an email notification stating that an item did not auto-renew. To check the status of an item, please log in to your account.
I don't see a book I want. Can you help?
Please contact the library, and we'll be happy to help.
Books
Search our collections of books, CDs, DVDs, and other physical materials across all Beaufort County Library branches. Need more? Expand to SCLENDS partner libraries statewide and have items delivered to your branch.
Food
Discover delicious reads handpicked by the Beaufort County Library community. From cookbooks and culinary memoirs to food history and fiction where meals take center stage.
Celebrate Beaufort : Sophisticated Cuisine from the South Carolina Lowcountry
Debbi Covington
Recommended By
Grace Cordial
It must be stated for the record that I cook to sustain life. But when something festive is required my go-to source is Debbi Covington’s Celebrate Beaufort: Sophisticated Cuisine from the South Carolina Lowcountry (2018). I’m particularly fond of her Black-Eyed Pea Caviar (p. 28) and Broccoli Salad with Berries (p. 27) – mix and refrigerate. Another favorite is her “Deep South Peach Cake” from Dining under the Carolina Moon (2004).
The Secret of Orange Blossom Cake
Rachel Linden
Recommended By
Julie Bascom
Facing an impossible deadline for a vintage recipe cookbook , online cooking star Jules Costa returns to her family's olive farm on the Italian coast. She plans to gather inspiration by cooking with her beloved Nonna but she quickly learns that the family recipes have magical powers with irreversible consequences. Italian scenery, food, secrets, humor and a touch of magic combine for a very enjoyable read!
With the Fire on High
Elizabeth Acevedo
Recommended By
Alyssa Krob
I don't cook much, so I don't have a favorite cookbook to recommend. But, if you like to read fiction titles that feature cooking then you'll love With the Fire on High. It follows Emoni as she works to achieve her goal of becoming a chef after she graduates, despite any obstacles and tough decisions. It's a beautifully written story, and if you're a fan of audiobooks - the author narrates it!
The food lab: better home cooking through science
J. Kenji Lopez-Alt
Recommended By
Ryan Easterbrooks
If you could own only one cookbook, this is the one to get. It covers measurements, temperatures, techniques, and practical tips for nearly anything you’d cook at home. Kenji explains the science behind cooking in a clear, approachable way, making even complex concepts easy to understand. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced cook, this book gives you the knowledge and confidence to become a better home chef.
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Books
Search our collections of books, CDs, DVDs, and other physical materials across all Beaufort County Library branches. Need more? Expand to SCLENDS partner libraries statewide and have items delivered to your branch.
August 2026
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