Books & Literature
Select a database, then enter your Glenview Library card number as prompted. Research databases by subject or A-Z by title. Need help with research or accessing a database? Contact Digital Services Librarian Romi Pekarek Smith.
A book recommendation and review website.
Biographical and critical essays of the world’s most influential literary figures.
Access to multiple databases for articles and publications in business, management, science, humanities, education, health, and medicine.
Online reference books on multiple topics.
Catalog of materials in libraries throughout the state.
Index to all Gale print literature publications.
Literary criticism, primary sources, author biographies, poems, short stories, speeches, and analysis of world literature.
Modern and historical articles about authors and their works.
Stories, poems, plays, speeches, and essays searchable by genre, subject or author.
eNewsletters for book suggestions by email; sign up for one or more.
Find authors, titles, genres or read alikes. Book titles for all ages with reviews, reader comments, book discussion guides, and links to author websites.
Reading recommendations for grades K-8. Contains Lexile reading level and reading tips for parents and teachers.
Authors and illustrators of books for children and teens.
Search for books and other materials in libraries throughout the world. App available.
Need More Help?
Please email the Reference Services Staff, call 847-729-7500 x7700, or visit the Reference Desk for database help.