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More Resources for Readers
Booklist
From the American Library Association. More than 30 years of book reviews. Includes the new monthly digital edition of Booklist magazine. Also available via Libby Magazines.
Booklist Reader
Booklist, this new magazine for library users features monthly themed issues, top 10 lists, author interviews and more. Includes recommendations from PBS Books and LibraryReads. Also available via Libby Magazines.
Illinois Reads Adult Book Picks
Illinois Reads is a statewide program aimed at promoting reading and literacy to all residents of the state. Their yearly recommendations for all age ranges focus on quality, variety, and prioritize Illinois authors.
Inkie.org
Inkie.org is a suite of resources, available to everyone in Illinois at no charge, that supports local authors with online creation and publishing tools and allows readers to access locally-produced content.
Library of Congress: Talking Books and Reading DIsabilities
An excellent starting point for information on reading disabilities and where to find resources, information, and more. Includes information on Talking Books and braille. Covers a variety of reading disabilities including dyslexia and auditory processing disorders.
Literary Reference Ultimate
Literary Reference Ultimate is the all-in-one database for English Language Arts. It includes an extensive full-text collection of popular literary magazines, journals, videos, e-books and literary works — including poems, short fiction and critical analyses — as well as resources for film studies, journalism and theater studies.
Literary Reference Source e-book Subscription
A full-text database with synopses, essays, reviews, journals, author bios, and full-text novels, short stories, and poems.
NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus is a book recommendation tool that considers unique interests, using story elements, and provides recommendations for titles, authors, series. Find fiction/nonfiction based on your interests.
WorldCat
Find and request library items from outside of SWAN. In-state materials can be requested by FPLD cardholders for free. Out-of-state materials have a $5 charge to cover shipping. If you need help requesting an item, call (815) 534-6173.