Books & Literature
Welcome to all things books and literature, where you'll find online resources relating to reading, language arts, literary criticism, literary theory and even reading recommendations to keep you entertained and learning.
Online Resources
Online Resources
Academic Search Premier
Browse full-text scholarly publications covering many academic areas of study.
Accelerated Reader Bookfinder
Whether you're reading for school or fun, this web-based search tool helps students find search for books by title, author or topic.
BiblioBoard Library
Discover local content from self-published authors and top indie e-books. No waitlists or holds.
BookBrowse
A candy store of information to help you discover that next great read. Browse read-alikes, reviews and reading guides to get started.
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Is it Hot in Here?
Read up on some of the latest releases on climate change, then pop over to Colorado Plus Brew Pub for August's BYOB(ook) Group!
Take Two Books and Call Me in the Morning
Medicine weaves its way through current literature in many ways.
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Find Your Next Great Read with Just for You!
Discover new books, audiobooks and downloadable titles with personalized suggestions from JCPL staff. Bonus? It can be done all online!
Getting Started
Get a library card to access all of the great online resources that the library has to offer.
Learn How: BiblioBoard Library
Explore the work of local writers and creators! Dive into the fun with help from Niche Academy and their how-to tutorial.
Learn How: BookBrowse
Learn how to explore BookBrowse's expansive collection of curated book recommendations and reviews.
Book a Librarian
Book a Librarian
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