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Gale Books and Authors
A reader’s advisory database that makes finding a great read much less challenging. With fun ways to browse, an intuitive design, read-alikes, reviews, award winners and themed book lists, and more this resource answers the age-old question, “What do I read next?”
Free & accessible anywhere in NY state but requires a library card if outside of NY
Gale eBooks
24/7 access to reference ebooks. No checkout necessary. Titles can be browsed, searched, and downloaded anytime from any Internet-connected device. Topics include arts, business, education, history, law, literature, medicine, religion, science, and social science.
Library card required
Gale In Context: Elementary
Gale In Context: Elementary (formerly Kids InfoBits), introduces elementary school students to database searching with easy-to-use resources featuring age-appropriate, curriculum-related content
Free & accessible anywhere in NY state but requires a library card if outside of NY
Gale In Context: Middle School
Gale In Context: Middle School is a Gale database created specifically for middle school students, combining reference content with age-appropriate videos.
Free & accessible anywhere in NY state but requires a library card if outside of NY
Gale Literature Criticism
An online collection of literary criticism. Based upon well known reference series like Contemporary Literary Criticism, Drama Criticism, Short Story Criticism, and Poetry Criticism. Conduct research on authors and their works, as well as articles on multiple eras, genres, and regions.
Library card required
Gale Literature: LitFinder
Full text online editions of classic poems, short stories, essays, plays, and speeches.
Library card required