When someone you love is incarcerated, it’s natural to want to stay connected and show support. One of the most impactful — and approved — ways to do this in Massachusetts correctional facilities is by sending books. Whether your loved one is seeking spiritual healing, educational advancement, or a mental escape through literature, books offer a sense of comfort, growth, and empowerment.
At Corrections Bookstore Publishing LLC, we help families and friends send books to inmates in Massachusetts safely, securely, and in full compliance with the Massachusetts Department of Correction (MADOC) regulations. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of sending books — the right way — so your package reaches your loved one without delays or rejections.
Why Sending Books to Massachusetts Inmates Matters
Books behind bars are more than a luxury — they’re a necessity. Inmates in Massachusetts use books to:
- Study for the GED or college exams
- Learn new skills that can help post-release
- Read religious texts for spiritual growth
- Understand the law and their legal rights
- Reduce stress and find peace of mind
- Stay mentally stimulated in a restrictive environment
By sending books, you're giving your loved one more than a gift — you're offering them an opportunity to change, grow, and succeed.
Massachusetts Correctional Facilities We Ship To
Corrections Bookstore ships to all state-run correctional institutions under the Massachusetts Department of Correction, including:
- MCI-Cedar Junction – Walpole, MA
- MCI-Norfolk – Norfolk, MA
- MCI-Shirley (Medium and Minimum Units) – Shirley, MA
- MCI-Framingham (Women’s Facility) – Framingham, MA
- Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center – Shirley, MA
- Old Colony Correctional Center – Bridgewater, MA
- Massachusetts Treatment Center – Bridgewater, MA
- Boston Pre-Release Center – Roslindale, MA
- Northeast Correctional Center – Concord, MA
- Pondville Correctional Center – Norfolk, MA
We also ship to county jails, reentry programs, and transitional housing units that allow shipments from verified vendors.
Step-by-Step: How to Send Books to Inmates in Massachusetts
✅ Step 1: Gather Inmate Information
Before you place your order, collect the following:
- The inmate’s full legal name
- Their Massachusetts DOC ID number
- The name of the facility
- The correct mailing address of the institution
You can use the Massachusetts Inmate Locator Tool to verify this information.
✅ Step 2: Use an Approved Vendor
Massachusetts correctional institutions do not allow books to be sent by individuals or purchased from unauthorized third-party sellers like Amazon, eBay, or local bookstores. Instead, all books must come directly from a verified publisher or vendor — like Corrections Bookstore Publishing LLC.
We ship directly from our publishing facility and are fully compliant with MADOC shipping and content policies.
✅ Step 3: Choose Approved Books from Corrections Bookstore
Visit www.correctionsbookstore.com to browse our selection of new, paperback-only, inmate-approved books. Popular categories include:
- 📘 GED prep and academic resources
- 📗 Religious and spiritual books (Bible, Qur’an, devotionals)
- 📕 Motivational and self-help books
- 📙 Legal rights and law guides
- 📓 Urban fiction and African-American literature
- 📖 Reentry preparation and addiction recovery
- 📚 Fiction and nonfiction for leisure reading
Every book we ship is reviewed for compliance with correctional facility rules and shipped in secure, DOC-approved packaging.
✅ Step 4: Place Your Order & Track It
Once you’ve selected your titles:
- Enter the correct inmate and facility information at checkout
- Select your shipping method: USPS Media Mail or Priority Mail
- Receive email confirmation and tracking information
- Our team processes and ships orders within 24–48 hours
You’ll be notified when the books ship and can follow them to the facility using your tracking number.
Massachusetts DOC Book Delivery Policies
The Massachusetts Department of Correction has specific guidelines for sending publications to inmates. Corrections Bookstore stays up to date with these regulations to help ensure your books arrive without issue.
✅ What’s Allowed:
- New, softcover books only
- Books must be shipped directly from an authorized vendor or publisher
- Educational, religious, and self-help materials
- Legal reference books
- Fiction and nonfiction books for leisure
🚫 What’s Not Allowed:
- Hardcover books
- Used, damaged, or annotated books
- Spiral-bound or stapled books
- Books that contain:
- Nudity or sexually explicit content
- Graphic violence or gang-related imagery
- Escape plans, coded messages, or weapon-making instructions
- Hate speech or racially charged language
Our team reviews all orders before shipment to ensure full compliance with these restrictions.
Popular Books Requested by Massachusetts Inmates
If you’re not sure what to send, here are some top requested books by inmates in Massachusetts correctional facilities:
- The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene
- The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
- Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
- The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander
- As a Man Thinketh by James Allen
- GED Prep books by Barron’s or Kaplan
- Soledad Brother by George Jackson
- The Bible, The Qur’an, and Daily Devotionals
- Urban novels by Sister Souljah, Wahida Clark, and K’wan
Need help selecting books? Give us a call at 201.559.0592 — we’re happy to assist you.
Sample Mailing Address Format (Massachusetts)
When placing an order, be sure to format the inmate’s address like this:
Inmate Full Name, DOC ID#
Facility Name
Facility Mailing Address
City, State ZIP Code
Example:
John Smith, DOC#123456
MCI-Norfolk
2 Clark Street
Norfolk, MA 02056
Shipping Options
Corrections Bookstore offers two shipping methods for Massachusetts correctional facilities:
USPS Media Mail
- Affordable and DOC-approved
- Delivery in 5–12 business days
- Tracking included
USPS Priority Mail
- Faster delivery: 3–7 business days
- Includes tracking and insurance
- Ideal for holidays or urgent orders
Contact Corrections Bookstore
Corrections Bookstore Publishing LLC
560 Sylvan Ave
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
📞 Phone: 201.559.0592
🌐 Website: www.correctionsbookstore.com
📧 Email: info@correctionsbookstore.com
Final Thoughts: Support Beyond Bars
When someone is incarcerated, a book can become their greatest source of peace, purpose, and potential. Whether it’s a spiritual text, a legal guide, or just a good story, a book brings connection — and reminds them they’re not forgotten.
At Corrections Bookstore, we make it easy, reliable, and fully compliant to send books to Massachusetts inmates. Our fast turnaround, approved inventory, and friendly service mean your loved one gets exactly what they need — without the stress.
Place your order today at www.correctionsbookstore.com and help your loved one turn the page — toward a better chapter.