Reading Resources

This guide includes current print and electronic reading resources for general research. Contact a librarian for more information or for help with specific reading topics. Book Collections | Periodicals & Databases | Class Handouts | Websites | Citation
Book Collections

Circulating Books

Use the Catalog to find books in the libraries' circulating collection, as well as reference sources, government documents, and other materials.

Library Catalog Keyword Subject Author Title
    Limit to: Print Books  E-books  Audio/Visual 

Online Books

To access online books, login using your X-ID and PIN number (last four digits of your Social Security number).

• The following titles and many more are available from NetLibrary through the LINCC Catalog
  • Building Student Literacy Through Sustained Silent Reading
  • The Connections Between Language and Reading Disabilities
  • Improve Your Reading

Periodicals & Databases

Magazines, newspapers and journals are available in print at all LSCC libraries and through online databases.

Finding Articles

Databases provide indexes for articles on a large variety of topics. LSCC has access to more than 70 databases on a range of topics. You can access databases alphabetically or by clicking on the subject category or database below.

• General Databases provide articles on a wide variety of disciplines and will usually provide book reviews on many books.
• What Do I Read Next is a database that includes descriptions and summaries for a wide variety of books. It will help you find books that are similar to others you have enjoyed.

To access LSCC Databases, login using your X-ID and PIN number (last four digits of your Social Security number).

Class Handouts

The following handouts will be useful for sparking ideas for new books to read or if you need to find a book review.

• Suggested Biographies
• Suggested Fiction Authors
• Finding Book Reviews

Websites

Associations & Organizations

• American Library Association
• Newspaper Association of America

Web Directories

• Book Awards
• The Ultimate Reading List
• Webrary

Citation

Remember, plagiarism is a serious violation of LSCC's Academic Integrity policy, so you must cite any idea or direct quote imported from an outside source. The links below provide citation examples and formatting instructions.

• For APA and MLA citation styles, refer to the libraries' Citation Center for printable guides and other help with documentation. Ask a librarian for additional assistance.
• For other documentation styles, the Writing Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison provides good examples and instruction.