When someone you love is incarcerated, staying connected becomes a vital source of hope and encouragement. In Virginia, one of the most meaningful and approved ways to maintain that connection is by sending books. Books offer knowledge, emotional support, spiritual growth, and opportunities for education — all crucial for personal development behind bars.
At Corrections Bookstore Publishing LLC, we make it easy for families and friends to send inmate-approved, facility-compliant books to correctional institutions across the state. Whether you’re sending educational resources, religious materials, or fiction to inspire and entertain, we ensure your books arrive safely and according to Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) guidelines.
Here’s a complete guide on how to send books to inmates in Virginia the right way.
Why Sending Books to Virginia Inmates Matters
For incarcerated individuals, books represent far more than entertainment. They are:
- 📖 Educational tools that support GED prep, vocational training, and personal learning
- ✝️ Spiritual resources that provide strength, reflection, and inner peace
- 🧠 Mental stimulation to combat boredom and anxiety
- ⚖️ Legal empowerment through knowledge of rights and reentry planning
- 🔄 Pathways to rehabilitation and self-improvement
In Virginia, sending a book can mean sending opportunity, hope, and change.
Virginia Correctional Facilities We Ship To
Corrections Bookstore ships directly to all facilities operated by the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC), including:
- Greensville Correctional Center – Jarratt, VA
- Red Onion State Prison – Pound, VA
- Wallens Ridge State Prison – Big Stone Gap, VA
- Augusta Correctional Center – Craigsville, VA
- Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women – Troy, VA
- Sussex I and Sussex II State Prisons – Waverly, VA
- State Farm Correctional Center – State Farm, VA
- Lunenburg Correctional Center – Victoria, VA
- Baskerville Correctional Center – Baskerville, VA
- Deerfield Correctional Center – Capron, VA
- Virginia Correctional Center for Women – Goochland, VA
We also ship to county jails, detention centers, and federal facilities in Virginia that accept packages from authorized vendors.
Step-by-Step: How to Send Books to Inmates in Virginia
✅ Step 1: Gather the Inmate’s Information
Before placing an order, you will need:
- Inmate’s full legal name
- VADOC ID number (Offender ID)
- The full name of the facility
- The complete facility mailing address
You can verify this information using the Virginia Inmate Search Tool.
✅ Step 2: Order from an Authorized Vendor
Virginia DOC only accepts books shipped directly from a publisher, bookstore, or approved vendor. Books sent from individuals, families, or unauthorized third parties (e.g., Amazon Marketplace sellers) will be rejected.
Corrections Bookstore Publishing LLC is an approved vendor. We ship directly from our publishing warehouse, ensuring full compliance with VADOC regulations.
✅ Step 3: Select Inmate-Approved Books
At www.correctionsbookstore.com, you’ll find a large selection of new, softcover-only books, carefully reviewed for prison compliance, including:
- 📘 GED prep, educational books, and vocational training guides
- 📗 Faith-based and religious materials — Bibles, Qur’ans, devotionals
- 📙 Self-help, motivational, and personal development books
- 📕 Legal rights and reentry planning resources
- 📓 Urban fiction and culturally diverse literature
- 📚 General fiction, nonfiction, biographies, and memoirs
All books are new, paperback, and pre-screened to meet VADOC’s mailroom rules.
✅ Step 4: Place Your Order and Track It
When placing your order:
- Enter the inmate’s full name, VADOC ID number, and facility address
- Choose USPS Media Mail (standard shipping) or Priority Mail (faster delivery)
- Receive a tracking number and email confirmation
- Orders are processed and shipped within 24–48 hours
We ensure every package is properly labeled, documented, and prepared for easy acceptance by the prison mailroom.
Virginia DOC Book Rules: What’s Allowed and What’s Not
VADOC has very specific rules regarding what inmates can and cannot receive through the mail.
✅ Allowed:
- New, softcover (paperback) books only
- Shipped directly from an authorized bookstore or publisher
- Content that is educational, religious, motivational, or recreational
- Usually up to 2–3 books per shipment (confirm limits with the facility)
🚫 Not Allowed:
- Hardcover books
- Used, secondhand, spiral-bound, or damaged books
- Publications containing:
- Nudity or sexually explicit material
- Violence, gang symbols, or coded language
- Instructions for weapon-making, drug production, or escape plans
- Inflammatory content that threatens institutional security
Corrections Bookstore carefully reviews every order before shipping to ensure full compliance.
Most Popular Books Requested by Virginia Inmates
Not sure what to send? Here are some of the most requested and approved titles:
- 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 books from Kaplan, Princeton Review, and Barron’s
- The Bible, The Qur’an, and other devotional literature
- Urban fiction by Sister Souljah, Wahida Clark, and K’wan
Need more help selecting the right book? Call us at 201.559.0592 — we’re happy to assist you!
Sample Mailing Format for Virginia Inmates
Use this format when submitting the address information:
Inmate Full Name, VADOC#
Facility Name
Facility Mailing Address
City, State ZIP Code
Example:
David Thompson, VADOC#1234567
Greensville Correctional Center
901 Corrections Way
Jarratt, VA 23870
Always double-check inmate and facility information before placing an order.
Shipping Options
Corrections Bookstore offers two secure USPS shipping options:
USPS Media Mail
- Budget-friendly
- 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
- Best for urgent or holiday shipments
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: Sending Support One Page at a Time
Incarcerated individuals face daily struggles, and your act of sending a book can be a powerful reminder that change, learning, and hope are still possible. Whether you're helping your loved one grow spiritually, prepare for education, or simply stay mentally strong, a book offers an opportunity to thrive.
At Corrections Bookstore, we ensure that sending books to inmates in Virginia is easy, fast, and fully compliant with all correctional facility policies. You pick the titles — we handle the logistics.
Visit www.correctionsbookstore.com today to start sending books to your loved one and help them turn a new page toward a better future.