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Staff Picks

Browse through a selection of GPL staff favorites including books, movies and more.


Your Books2Go

Looking to pick up a few good books? Reader’s Advisory staff is here to help. Fill out a short survey to let us know the type of books you like to read. Within three business days, staff will select three titles based on your reading preferences and have them ready for you to pick up at the Drive-Up Window. Or, if you prefer, we can suggest digital titles to check out using the Library’s downloadable services.


BookBrowse

Access this book recommendation resource for reviews, readalikes, book club resources and more.


NoveList® Plus

This online readers tool allows you to search by author, title, genre, read alike, subject or plot description. Get reviews, book discussion guides, and links to author websites.


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BookPage is a monthly book review publication distributed to more than 450,000 avid readers through subscribing bookstores and public libraries.


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NextReads Reading Suggestions

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Personally Yours Customized Book list

Get a book list designed just for you by the Library’s Readers Advisory staff. Fill out the questionnaire to get started.


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Can’t find an item in the collection? Glenview Library cardholders may suggest an item to be added to the Library’s collection.


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