When a loved one is incarcerated, finding ways to stay connected is crucial. One of the most thoughtful, approved, and impactful ways to offer support is by sending books. Books provide knowledge, comfort, spiritual growth, and a positive outlet for incarcerated individuals.
If your loved one is in a South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) facility, it’s important to understand the rules and proper procedures to ensure your shipment is accepted. At Corrections Bookstore Publishing LLC, we make sending inmate-approved, compliant books simple and stress-free.
Here’s your complete guide to how to send books to inmates in South Carolina the right way.
Why Sending Books to South Carolina Inmates Matters
For people behind bars, a book can mean so much more than just reading material. Books:
- 🧠 Provide mental stimulation and escape from daily stress
- 📖 Offer opportunities for education and GED preparation
- ✝️ Support spiritual and emotional healing
- ⚖️ Teach legal rights and provide reentry resources
- 🔁 Serve as tools for rehabilitation and growth
In South Carolina facilities, books are one of the few personal items inmates are allowed to receive regularly, making them an incredibly meaningful gift.
South Carolina Correctional Facilities We Ship To
Corrections Bookstore ships directly to all South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) facilities, including:
- Broad River Correctional Institution – Columbia, SC
- Lee Correctional Institution – Bishopville, SC
- Perry Correctional Institution – Pelzer, SC
- Kirkland Correctional Institution – Columbia, SC
- McCormick Correctional Institution – McCormick, SC
- Ridgeland Correctional Institution – Ridgeland, SC
- Allendale Correctional Institution – Fairfax, SC
- Turbeville Correctional Institution – Turbeville, SC
- Tyger River Correctional Institution – Enoree, SC
- Leath Correctional Institution (Women's Facility) – Greenwood, SC
We also ship to county jails, federal facilities, and reentry programs in South Carolina that accept packages from authorized vendors.
Step-by-Step: How to Send Books to Inmates in South Carolina
✅ Step 1: Gather the Inmate’s Information
Before placing an order, make sure you have:
- Inmate’s full name
- Inmate’s SCDC ID number
- The facility name and full mailing address
You can verify an inmate’s information using the South Carolina Inmate Search Tool.
✅ Step 2: Order From an Authorized Vendor
South Carolina DOC requires that all books be shipped directly from an approved publisher or bookstore. Books sent from individuals or non-approved third-party sellers will be rejected.
Corrections Bookstore Publishing LLC is an approved vendor, which means your shipment will come directly from our publishing warehouse, prepared and packaged to meet SCDC standards.
✅ Step 3: Select Inmate-Approved Books
Visit www.correctionsbookstore.com and choose from a wide selection of softcover-only, prison-approved books, including:
- 📘 GED prep and educational study guides
- 📗 Religious texts (The Bible, The Qur’an, devotionals)
- 📙 Self-help and motivational books
- 📕 Legal rights and prisoners’ law guides
- 📓 Urban fiction and African-American literature
- 📚 Reentry planning and addiction recovery workbooks
- 📖 General fiction, biographies, and nonfiction
We ensure that all books are new, paperback, and reviewed to meet South Carolina DOC’s content regulations.
✅ Step 4: Place Your Order and Track It
At checkout:
- Enter the inmate’s full name, SCDC ID number, and facility address
- Choose your shipping option: USPS Media Mail (standard) or Priority Mail (faster)
- Receive a tracking number and email confirmation
- Orders are processed and shipped within 24–48 hours
We take care of compliance so you can focus on staying connected with your loved one.
South Carolina DOC Book Rules: What’s Allowed and What’s Not
SCDC has strict mailroom guidelines designed to ensure the safety and security of their facilities.
✅ What’s Allowed:
- New, softcover (paperback) books only
- Shipped directly from an approved bookstore or publisher
- Educational, spiritual, self-help, legal, and recreational reading
- Generally, up to 2–3 books per shipment (depending on facility rules)
🚫 What’s Not Allowed:
- Hardcover books
- Used, secondhand, spiral-bound, or loose-leaf books
- Books containing:
- Sexual content or nudity
- Graphic violence or gang-related themes
- Escape instructions, facility blueprints, or weapons guides
- Hate speech, coded messages, or inflammatory language
Corrections Bookstore pre-screens every order to ensure it meets all SCDC content guidelines.
Popular Books Requested by South Carolina Inmates
Need ideas on what to send? Here are some of the most requested and approved books by inmates in South Carolina:
- 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
- Soledad Brother by George Jackson
- GED prep guides from Barron’s and Kaplan
- The Bible, The Qur’an, and faith-based devotional books
- Urban novels by Sister Souljah, Wahida Clark, and K’wan
If you need help selecting the right book, feel free to call us at 201.559.0592 for recommendations!
Example Mailing Address Format (South Carolina)
Always use the correct mailing format to avoid delivery issues:
Inmate Full Name, SCDC#
Facility Name
Facility Mailing Address
City, State ZIP Code
Example:
John Smith, SCDC#123456
Broad River Correctional Institution
4460 Broad River Road
Columbia, SC 29210
Confirm all information before placing your order!
Shipping Options
We offer two shipping methods approved by correctional facilities:
USPS Media Mail
- Affordable
- Delivery in 5–12 business days
- Tracking included
- Ideal for standard shipments
📦 USPS Priority Mail
- Faster delivery: 3–7 business days
- Includes tracking and insurance
- Recommended for urgent or holiday 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: Small Package, Huge Impact
When you send a book to an incarcerated loved one in South Carolina, you are offering more than just a few pages of reading material — you are offering hope, opportunity, and encouragement. A good book can be the first step toward personal growth, education, and even a better future.
At Corrections Bookstore, we take pride in helping families support their loved ones with ease, compliance, and compassion. You pick the books — we handle everything else.
Order today at www.correctionsbookstore.com and send a powerful reminder to your loved one that brighter days lie ahead — one page at a time.