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Biography Reference Source New!
Full-text biographies of notable people by occupation, nationality, gender, birthplace, and more.
BookBrowse
A book recommendation and review website.
Booklist Reader New!
Book and audiobook recommendation guide for all ages, with reviews and author interviews that highlight the month's best new titles.
hoopla
Stream or download eBooks, audiobooks, comics, music, movies, TV shows, magazines, and videos from The Great Courses to your computer or mobile device. Up to ten items per month, including 7-day unlimited access to magazines, Great Courses videos, or Curiosity Stream titles for just one borrow. All titles are immediately available – no holds!
Illinois Statewide Catalog
Catalog of materials for libraries throughout the state.
Libby, by OverDrive (Digital Library of Illinois)
Literary Reference Source New!
Full-text articles on literary topics, including critical essays, book reviews, author biographies, and synopses for literary works of all genres and time periods.
NoveList® Plus
Discover authors, titles, genres or read-alikes. Includes book recommendations, reviews, reading lists, and book club resources.
NoveList® Plus K-8
Reading recommendations for grades K-8. Contains Lexile reading level and reading tips for parents and teachers.
Tumble Book Library
WorldCat.org
Search for books and other materials in libraries throughout the world. App available.