Richland Library is proud to announce the release of Kids in Print 2026, the 31st edition of its award-winning literary magazine that celebrates the creativity, imagination, and artistic talents of children and teens throughout the Midlands.
This year’s publication features original poetry, stories, essays, short plays, drawings, and photography created by 69 young contributors between the ages of six and 18. Library staff reviewed more than 300 submissions before selecting the works that will appear in this year’s magazine.
For more than three decades, Kids in Print has provided young people with a platform to share their voices, tell their stories, and express their creativity with the community. The publication has become a cherished tradition that highlights the remarkable talent found in classrooms, homes, and communities across the Midlands. Featured contributors represent schools from across the Midlands, including A.C. Flora High School, Cardinal Newman School, Dreher High School, Ridge View High School, Spring Hill High School, Crayton Middle School, Dutch Fork Middle School, Irmo Middle School, White Knoll Middle School, Brockman Elementary School, Rosewood Elementary School, River Springs Elementary School, Lake Carolina Elementary School, and numerous homeschool programs.
To honor this year’s contributors, Richland Library hosted a special launch celebration featuring an original theatrical performance inspired by works published in the magazine and performed by professional actors. The event concluded with an autograph session, giving young authors and artists an opportunity to meet readers and celebrate their accomplishments.
In addition to the publication, artwork featured inKids in Print 2026 will be displayed in the community gallery at Richland Library Main through July 31, offering visitors an opportunity to experience the creativity of local youth firsthand.
Copies ofKids in Print 2026 will be available through Richland Library while supplies last.
For more information, please contact Tacara Carpenter at media@richlandlibrary.com or 803.351.5616.
