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No matter what your reading preferences are, we've got the tools to help you find your next great read.

Expert advice on finding a book that's just right for you:

Staff Picks
book reviews by DPPL staff

One-Click Searches
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What's Hot in Des Plaines?

NoveList database

BookList Online database

Positively Ellinwood Street: The new blog for people who love books, movies and music

Learn more about authors and literature in these databases:

Contemporary Authors

Literature Resource Center

Readers' Toolkit:

Library Catalog
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Book Discussion Groups

Book/Movie Advisor - Fill out this form and we'll suggest books and movies for your enjoyment

BookChecker
check our catalog for books you find at Amazon and Barnes and Noble online

Online tutorials
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Internet Sites for Fiction Lovers

Best of BookMark - read Readers' Advisory columns from our Foreword newsletter