A Guide To Online Sources

Databases

Your library card opens up a world of information with access to members-only databases. These collections of articles let you research anything! You can access these databases from the library or from your home computer.To access the Novelist database:

1. Go to www.nlls.ab.ca or www.garrisonlibrary.ab.ca and select “Databases” from the main page.

2. Select Novelist from under the Literature, Film and the Arts heading.

3. You will be prompted to log on with your library card number and PIN (the last four digits of your phone number).

4. You will be directed to the database and can start searching!

5. Look under the ‘For Readers’ tab for advice on what to read next.

Libraries Outside of TRAC
 

Edmonton Public Library - Browse book lists, author lists, recommendations and reviews. Library staff will even create a personalized book list for you!

(Note: an Edmonton Public Library card is needed for personalized book lists and access to their databases.)

Searches

There are numerous websites that allow you to enter the title or author of a book you liked, and then they will display a list of other appropriate titles.

• This One Next - Searches books, CDs and DVDs.
• Whichbook - Searches books based on your mood.

Bestseller Lists

Browse books by popularity or notability.

• Chapters Bestsellers - Contains lists of bestsellers and award winning books in multiple categories.
• BookSense - Tracks weekly bestsellers in multiple categories.

Book Lists

Search for books by category.

• Morton Grove Public Library’s Webrary - Browse lists by genre, character, setting and much more.
• ATN Reading Lists - View lists by author, themes, and more.
• Overbooked - Information, advice and booklists.
• Beaverton City Library Teen Spot - Lists specifically for teens.

If You Liked…

Find similar books to ones you’ve read or authors you like.

• ATN Read-Alikes - Categorized by author or title.
• Christchurch City Libraries - Readalikes on a wide range of authors and topics.
• Dover Public Library - Lists from popular teen series.

Using Search Engines

Try using search engines to find similar websites that might be useful when searching for book recommendations.

• Google
• MSN Live Search
• Ask.com

Try searching these key phrases:

- Read alike
- What should I read next
- Book lists
- Recommended Reading
- If I like books