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General Reference ebooks

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Access to high-quality e-books covering a wide range of topics such as self-help, fitness, games, hobbies, and cooking. This general reference e-book collection features titles for both adults and juveniles.

Literary Reference eBooks

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Contains a broad range of literary-related subjects with selections including literary criticism, study guides, and classics such as Emma, Dracula, and Frankenstein.

Literary Reference Source

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Full-text literary database covering all genres and time periods. It includes thousands of synopses, critical essays, book reviews, literary journals, and author biographies, plus full-text classic novels, short stories, and poems.

Nonfiction eBook Collection

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Designed for public libraries, thousands of books cover core subject areas as well as information on careers, health, sports, adventure, technology, life skills and more.

NoveList K-8

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Find just the right book by subject, age, awards won, books made into movies, and much more. Read reviews and learn about the author. Create your own reading wish list. Includes tools for teachers such as Lexile levels and Common Core standards.

Novelist Plus

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Contains reader's advisory aids, such as, author read-alike suggestions, book discussion guides, awards lists, genre lists, and author bibliographies.

Wowbrary

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Wowbrary is a catalog service that informs patrons by weekly emails and through the library website about the newest books, movies and music that have been added to the collection. It is now easy to browse through the latest additions and even place new items on hold.

Business eBooks

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Equip students and faculty with access to thousands of e-books dedicated to the study of business.

Business Source Elite

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This database provides full-text coverage of top business, management and economics journals and periodicals. These valuable publications cover topics such as accounting, banking, finance, international business, marketing, sales and more.

Legal Information Source

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Thousands of legal forms by topic including Bankruptcy, Divorce, Name Changes, Wills & Estate Planning and more. Most of the full text legal reference books provided through NOLO.

Legal Source

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A scholarly resource of current issues, studies, and trends of the legal world. For attorneys, educators, businesspeople, law librarians, students, and paralegals.

Small Business Source

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Covers all aspects of starting and operating a business. Includes information on accounting, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more. State-specific information included.

Consumer Reports

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Consumer Reports is a well-respected publication that provides unbiased product reviews and consumer information, assisting individuals in making informed purchasing decisions.

Auto Repair Source

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Powered by the automotive experts at MOTOR, Auto Repair Source provides the most accurate, authoritative and up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles.

Home Improvement Source

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Includes maintenance, remodeling, electrical work, plumbing, wood projects, outdoor improvements, decorating, home & garden, etc. Includes more than 130 reference books.

Small Engine Repair Source

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Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service, etc.). Also includes guides on extensive repairs such as engine and transmission disassembly. Coverage includes lawn mowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles. Information on more than 25 years of engine models, with new and updated content added regularly.

Biography Reference eBook Collection

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A companion to the Biography Reference Source database, this encompasses a rich selection of biographic titles, covering popular and important figures in business, film, history, music, politics, sports and more.

cloudLibrary

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cloudLibrary allows users to browse, download, and transfer eBooks and eAudiobooks directly from the library catalog, with features like genre filtering, note-taking, and bookmark creation for a personalized reading experience.

Cricket Media ebooks (pre-K to 8th grade)

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Build strong literacy skills in students from pre-K to 8th grade by offering digital access to award-winning, short-form fiction and nonfiction titles.

Diversity & Ethnic Studies eBooks

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This groundbreaking collection includes over 6,000 high-quality e-books on the topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

General Reference ebooks

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Access to high-quality e-books covering a wide range of topics such as self-help, fitness, games, hobbies, and cooking. This general reference e-book collection features titles for both adults and juveniles.

High School eBooks

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Give students, educators, and administrators on-the-go access to popular e-books. This robust collection includes a selection of classic literary works, important historical documents, and general reference materials.

History Reference eBook

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A companion to the History Reference Source database, this contains a rich selection of historical titles, covering global topics from the ancient world through today.

hoopla

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hoopla provides free access to streaming movies, popular music, bestselling audiobooks, and more – with no wait! Content is available from PBS, The Great Courses, DC, Marvel, Acorn, A&E, and more.

K-8 eBooks

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This e-book collection supports a quality learning experience for K-8 students across all subject areas taught in elementary and middle schools.

Libby (web version)

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Libby offers eBooks and eAudiobooks to stream or download as well as electronic movies to stream and is compatible with most ereaders, tablets, and smartphones. Access Libby by using this link or downloading the Libby app. We are part of the Rolling Prairie Digital Consortium. Use your library card number and PIN to sign in.

MAS Reference eBook Subscription

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This encompasses a rich selection of titles covering a broad range of general reference subjects, including biography, careers, language arts, literature, government, math, science, current events, and social-emotional health.

Middle Search Reference eBooks

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A broad range of general reference subject coverage for middle school students, with topics including social studies, math, history, language arts, technology, geography, culture, and science.

Nonfiction eBook Collection

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Designed for public libraries, thousands of books cover core subject areas as well as information on careers, health, sports, adventure, technology, life skills and more.

Primary Search Reference eBooks

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A range of general reference subject coverage for primary school students, with topics like social studies, history, language arts, geography, culture, math, and science.

Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection

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Covers a broad range of subjects in the fields of psychology, behavioral sciences, and related disciplines. For psychologists, counselors, researchers, and students.

Religion & Philosophy Collection

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Hundreds of full-text journals and magazines covering many religious and philosophical topics, including world religions, religious history, political philosophy, and philosophy of language.

Salem Press ebooks

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Selected ebooks available are: "Principles of Anatomy," "Forensic Science," "Milestone Documents in American History."

For a limited time, these ebooks are also available: "Pandemics: The Invisible Enemy," "Civil Disobedience, Social Justice, Nationalism * Populism, Violent Demonstrations and Race Relations," and "Treaties in the News."

Science Reference eBooks

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This encompasses a rich selection of titles covering science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Biography Reference eBook Collection

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A companion to the Biography Reference Source database, this encompasses a rich selection of biographic titles, covering popular and important figures in business, film, history, music, politics, sports and more.

Fold3

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Fold3 features premier collections of original military records. These records include the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served in the military. 

High School eBooks

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Give students, educators, and administrators on-the-go access to popular e-books. This robust collection includes a selection of classic literary works, important historical documents, and general reference materials.

LearningExpress

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An online resource providing interactive tutorials, practice tests, and skill-building materials, aiding learners in various subjects and test preparation. These include SAT, ACT, GED, ASVAB, GRE, LSAT, Postal Exam, etc.

MAS Complete

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Designed for high school libraries and offers coverage of popular high school magazines and reference books. Wide range of subjects offered including art, history, sports, and music. Over 1,000,000 photos, maps, and flags. Full text magazines include Discover, US News & World Report, Scientific American, and more.

MAS Reference eBook Subscription

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This encompasses a rich selection of titles covering a broad range of general reference subjects, including biography, careers, language arts, literature, government, math, science, current events, and social-emotional health.

Points of View Reference Source

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Presents multiple sides of over 500 issues. Helps students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills.

LearningExpress

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An online resource providing interactive tutorials, practice tests, and skill-building materials, aiding learners in various subjects and test preparation. These include SAT, ACT, GED, ASVAB, GRE, LSAT, Postal Exam, etc.

LearningExpress Job and Career Accelerator Center

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Gives job seekers the tools they need to explore careers, find open positions, apply for jobs, and get hired. Find information on careers, interest assessments to match individuals with ideal career paths, and tools to create professional resumes and cover letters. 

Access World News

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This comprehensive news collection is ideal for exploring issues and events at the local, regional, national and international level. Its diverse source types include print and online-only newspapers, blogs, newswires, journals, broadcast transcripts and videos. Use it to explore a specific event or to compare a wide variety of viewpoints on topics. 

First Search

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Our subscription to First Search provides access to approximately fifteen databases, several of which are full-text (including Article First and Wilson Select Plus). Please contact the library for the username and password to access this database from home.

Newspaper Source Plus

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Includes millions of articles from newspapers, newswires, and news magazines. Offers television and radio transcripts and ongoing daily updates from popular news sources. Newspapers include St. Louis Post-Dispatch, The Washington Post, USA Today, and more."
 

Religion & Philosophy Collection

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Hundreds of full-text journals and magazines covering many religious and philosophical topics, including world religions, religious history, political philosophy, and philosophy of language.

Cricket Media ebooks (pre-K to 8th grade)

Description

Build strong literacy skills in students from pre-K to 8th grade by offering digital access to award-winning, short-form fiction and nonfiction titles.

K-8 eBooks

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This e-book collection supports a quality learning experience for K-8 students across all subject areas taught in elementary and middle schools.

Middle Search Plus

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Magazines and reference books for middle school students. Includes thousands of biographies and primary source documents. Subjects include history, current events, science, sports, and biographies. Also includes photos, maps, and flags.

Middle Search Reference eBooks

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A broad range of general reference subject coverage for middle school students, with topics including social studies, math, history, language arts, technology, geography, culture, and science.

NoveList K-8

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Find just the right book by subject, age, awards won, books made into movies, and much more. Read reviews and learn about the author. Create your own reading wish list. Includes tools for teachers such as Lexile levels and Common Core standards.

Primary Search

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For elementary school libraries. Content from children’s magazines, easy-to-read encyclopedia entries, and images. Students can learn about animals, musicians, fitness, space exploration, and much more.

Primary Search Reference eBooks

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A range of general reference subject coverage for primary school students, with topics like social studies, history, language arts, geography, culture, math, and science.

Academic Search Elite

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Academic Search Elite is a multi-disciplinary article database containing full text for more than 4,600 journals, including nearly 3,900 peer-reviewed titles. This scholarly collection offers information in nearly every area of academic study.

Diversity & Ethnic Studies eBooks

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This groundbreaking collection includes over 6,000 high-quality e-books on the topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Ethnic Diversity Source

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This full-text database is a dedicated resource covering the culture, traditions, social treatment and lived experiences of different ethnic groups in America.
 

Global Road Warrior

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Global Road Warrior is the world’s most extensive country-by-country resource for learning about culture, customs, history, and language worldwide. Global Road Warrior consists of 174 Country Guides of 119 topics each covering culture, history, language, travel and education.

History Reference eBook

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A companion to the History Reference Source database, this contains a rich selection of historical titles, covering global topics from the ancient world through today.

History Reference Source

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Covering topics in U.S. and world history from the earliest civilizations through the 21st century, this database contains full-text journals, magazines, reference books and thousands of primary source documents.

LGBTQ+ Source

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LGBTQ+ Source is the definitive database for LGBTQ+ studies. It provides scholarly and popular LGBTQ+ publications in full text, plus historically important primary sources, including monographs, magazines, newspapers, and videos. It also includes a specialized LGBTQ+ thesaurus containing thousands of terms.

MasterFILE Reference eBook Collection

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Contains reference books covering a broad range of general reference subjects, including biography, history, architecture, literature, cooking, health and wellness, science, self-help, religion, current events, sports, travel and more.

Salem Press ebooks

Description

Selected ebooks available are: "Principles of Anatomy," "Forensic Science," "Milestone Documents in American History."

For a limited time, these ebooks are also available: "Pandemics: The Invisible Enemy," "Civil Disobedience, Social Justice, Nationalism * Populism, Violent Demonstrations and Race Relations," and "Treaties in the News."

WorldCat Discovery

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A vast and comprehensive online catalog that allows users to search and locate books, articles, and other materials in libraries worldwide, making it a valuable resource for researchers and bibliophiles. Access to books outside of the Illinois Heartland Library System is also available.

AGRICOLA

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Agricola is a comprehensive bibliographic database, focusing on the fields of agriculture and allied disciplines. It provides access to a wide range of agricultural literature, including journal articles, research reports, and more.

Alt HealthWatch

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Provides information on complementary, holistic, and integrated approaches to healthcare and wellness. Sources include journals (some peer-reviewed) and reports.

Health Source: Nursing/Academic Edition

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Provides researchers, allied health professionals, nurses, and medical educators access to scholarly journals on many medical disciplines. Provides indexing, abstracts, and full text for hundreds of nursing and allied health journals, many of which are peer reviewed.

Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection

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Covers a broad range of subjects in the fields of psychology, behavioral sciences, and related disciplines. For psychologists, counselors, researchers, and students.

Science Reference eBooks

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This encompasses a rich selection of titles covering science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Science Reference Source

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Provides full text for hundreds of science magazines, journals, reference books and high-quality videos. The database also contains science experiments, curriculum-aligned lesson plans, and a vast image collection.

Kanopy

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Kanopy has films that can be streamed to most computers, tablets, smartphones, and televisions by downloading the Kanopy app. Use your library card number and PIN to sign up and then create an account with a username and password of your choice.