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Databases

Databases with the This icon indicates databases that can used remotely.image may be used from outside the Library.
All other databases are available in the Library only.

Books In Print This icon indicates databases that can used remotely.

Fiction ConnectionThis icon indicates databases that can used remotely.

Granger's World of Poetry OnlineThis icon indicates databases that can used remotely.
An annotated anthology and index, which includes 154,000 poems in full text and even more citations, in addition to features—commentaries, biographies, bibliographies, notes on form, and a glossary.

Literature Resource CenterThis icon indicates databases that can used remotely.
Search biographical information and critical essays on authors and principal works.

NovelistThis icon indicates databases that can used remotely.
Book information includes plot description and reviews.  The database is searchable by title, author, plot elements, or series name.

Novelist K-8This icon indicates databases that can used remotely.
With NoveList K-8, you can use your students' favorite books (or the books you use in your classes) to find more books to read and use.

Websites

Bestseller lists

General Sites

  • Morton Grove Public Library Reader's Services Includes a host of recommended book lists ("FictionL Booklists"), links to great Web sites for book lovers, and book discussion guides.
  • Overbooked This site offers recommendations for both literary and genre fiction. Annotated lists of fiction and mystery titles, hot new releases, links to author pages, publishers, and awards are just some of the features of this site. This is a very comprehensive and informative site for readers of all genres.
  • What's Next Lists the order of books in adult fiction series. Searches can be made by author, title, or series name.
  • Book Browser called"The Guide for Avid Readers," this site has over 7,400 book reviews, along with information about forthcoming books, and four different types of reading lists (Series and Sequels; If You Like, Try; Place & Time; and Best of.). Author information and interviews with authors are another feature of the site, which is now part of the Barnes and Noble Web site.
  • Reader's Robot This site lets you search for books by genre keywords or various "appeal factors." There are about 4,500 books in the database. The site is particularly good for Science Fiction and Fantasy fans, although other genres are represented.
  • FictionL Booklists Many many lists created by librarians from all over the U.S. via the FictionL listserv (an online discussion group).
  • Readers Advice Genre Index -- Lists arranged by genres and subgenres.
  • BookPage.com A monthly general interest book review magazine, BookPage covers the best in new releases.

Mysteries

Romance

  • Romantic Times The online version of the popular "Romantic Times Book Club" magazine includes hundreds of romance novel reviews.
  • All About Romance"The Back-Fence for Lovers of Romance Novels" was created by romance readers for romance readers. Contains author information, book reviews, discussion boards, and more.
  • The Romance Reader News and reviews of romance novels.
  • Romance Writers of America (RWA) Provides a variety of information for romance readers: a searchable database of romance novels, information about author appearances, links to authors' Web sites a guide to romance subgenres, and information about the organization's RITA awards.

Science Fiction and Fantasy

Horror Readers

Book Clubs

Other Sites of Interest

  • DearReader.com Join one or more online bookclubs and receive (via email) chapters of books to read each week to help find books you want to read.
  • Amazon.com online bookstore includes some reviews, links, and award lists.
  • Barnes and Noble's Web site includes some author interviews, links, and reviews.
  • All Readers Reviews by readers, one-click plot searches, and advanced searches to find the perfect read in Sci-Fi, Mystery/Thriller, Literature, Romance, History, and Biography genres.
  • Internet Public Library Literature Reference Great source for information about authors, awards, online texts, writing, and literary criticism.
  • Oprah's Books information about books seen on the show, Oprah's Book Club, books from O, The Oprah Magazine, and Oprah's favorite books.

Please Note:  These pages contain links to non-library sponsored remote services.  The Carol Stream Public Library and its employees are not responsible for the content, reliability or availability of these services.