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.

BookBrowse

A book recommendation and review website.

Dictionary of Literary Biography

Biographical and critical essays of the world’s most influential literary figures.

FirstSearch

Access to multiple databases for articles and publications in business, management, science, humanities, education, health, and medicine.

Gale eBooks

Online reference books on multiple topics.

Illinois Statewide Catalog

Catalog of materials in libraries throughout the state.

Literary Index

Index to all Gale print literature publications.

Literary Sources

Literary criticism, primary sources, author biographies, poems, short stories, speeches, and analysis of world literature.

Literature Criticism Online

Modern and historical articles about authors and their works.

LitFinder

Stories, poems, plays, speeches, and essays searchable by genre, subject or author.

NextReads

eNewsletters for book suggestions by email; sign up for one or more.

NoveList® Plus

Find authors, titles, genres or read alikes. Book titles for all ages with reviews, reader comments, book discussion guides, and links to author websites.

NoveList® Plus K-8

Reading recommendations for grades K-8. Contains Lexile reading level and reading tips for parents and teachers.

Something About the Author

Authors and illustrators of books for children and teens.

WorldCat.org

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.