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Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has the tools you need for any research or informational need. The Library provides free access to newspaper and magazine articles, homework help, genealogy, job and career help, financial resources, and more. These resources help you find quality materials that you can trust.

 

Please note, some resources require your library card or ONE Access ID number and PIN to access resources outside the Library. 

 

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    1. ABC-CLIO e-book Collection

      The ABC-CLIO E-book Collection is comprised of the Greenwood Digital Collection which includes the series Daily Life Through History, Critical Companions to Popular Contemporary Authors, Historic Events of the 20th Century, Literature in Context, as well as American Slavery. These e-books are viewed online and can be used for homework and research projects.

      The ABC-CLIO E-book Collection is comprised of the Greenwood Digital Collection which includes the series Daily Life Through History, Critical Companions to Popular Contemporary Authors, Historic Events of the 20th Century, Literature in Context, as well as American Slavery. These e-books are viewed online and can be used for homework and research projects.

      Browse the collection by using the alphabet links at the top of the page.  An e-book search box can be expanded by clicking the (+) on the left side of the page.  If you navigate away from the list of books available, click "My Account" to go back to the list.  Selecting a title will display a description of the book, reviews, and the table of contents.  

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      If you click on a title and it says "0" pages, click on the link above the description to access the book.  

      Help with ABC-CLIO E-book Collection can be found here.

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    2. BiblioBoard Library

      In BiblioBoard Library, you will discover local content from self-published North Carolina authors as well as the NC LIVE Home Grown e-book Collection.

      In BiblioBoard Library, you will discover local content from self-published North Carolina authors as well as the NC LIVE Home Grown e-book Collection. 

      Indie North Carolina

      • Enjoy titles from your local, independently published author in North Carolina in this collection. Check out the highlights to find the top picks from Library Journal !

      Home Grown e-book Collection from NC LIVE

      • This module from NC LIVE contains a wide selection of content including innovative fiction, nonfiction, mystery & suspense, horror, fantasy, travel guides and much more. This e-book collection provides North Carolina library customer's access to more than 1,000 e-book titles from North Carolina-based publishers and features a range of content, including novels by popular North Carolina authors, poetry, short stories, and non-fiction. 

      Popup Picks

      • Popup Picks is your go-to collection for your next Community Read! Filled with top independently published eBooks, all with unlimited-use access, it is perfect for readers of all ages.

      Library Board Core

      • K-12 Curated Classroom Content accompanied with common core teaching guides. A perfect collection to share with your schools. Covering a wide-range of topics—including Literature, Philosophy, History, Geography and Science.

      Access to titles in BiblioBoard is unlimited. No holds and no waiting!

      Titles in this collection can also be accessed with the Biblioboard mobile app.

      App Name: Biblioboard Library

      • Search for "Biblioboard Library" in your app store.  Download.
      • Login with your Biblioboard account. If you don't have an account, you must create an account first using a desktop coming.  Access Biblioboard from the Library's Research and Learn page and create a personal account. An account will also allow you to use customization features like saving books as favorites, adding notes or comments and bookmarks.
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    3. Biblioteca de Tumblebook

      TumbleBooks es una colección de libros ilustrados animados y parlantes, ¡los cuales pueden ser leídos por usted o se le pueden leer a usted! Nuestra colección incluye libros de cuentos, libros en francés y español para el aprendizaje de idiomas, libros de conocimiento, rompecabezas y juegos, cuentos de matemáticas y novelas gráficas.

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    4. Comics Plus All Access

      Comics Plus provides unlimited, simultaneous access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga for all ages. In addition to the full library, we also have a separate Children's Library and Teen Library collection. A library card and PIN is required for in library and remote use. Access Comics Plus in your browser or download the mobile app.

      Getting Started with Comics Plus All Access

      1. Find Comics Plus All Access on our Research & Learn page or, download and install the Comics Plus app for iOS or Android.
      2. Search for our library name, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. Select Charlotte Mecklenburg Library NC -Full collection.  Enter your library card number and PIN.
      3. Browse the collection or search for a specific title.
      4. Hover or tap on the cover of the title you want to read and click/tap Read Now or Add to My Shelf.
      5. Read all the comics!

      Watch this video for an introduction to Comics Plus.

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    5. Comics Plus Children's Library

      Comics Plus Children's Library offers unlimited, simultaneous use to comics, graphic novels, and manga. The Children's Library includes access to early readers, picture books, and series like Adventure Time, Bone, Minecraft, and the Big Nate. Content in this collection will contain story intensity, action, and violence equivalent to typical G or PG rated movies. Recommended for ages preK-10. A library card and PIN is required for in library and remote use. Access Comics Plus by clicking Access Now or download the mobile app.

      Getting Started with Comics Plus Children’s Library

      1. Find Comics Plus Children’s Library on our Research & Learn page or, download and install the Comics Plus app for iOS or Android.
      2. Search for our library name, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. Select Charlotte Mecklenburg Library NC - Childrens Library.  Enter your library card number and PIN.
      3. Browse the collection or search for a specific title.
      4. Hover or tap on the cover of the title you want to read and click/tap Read Now or Add to My Shelf.
      5. Read all the comics!

      Watch this video for an introduction to Comics Plus.

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    6. Comics Plus Teen Library

      Comics Plus Teen Library provides unlimited, simultaneous access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga in all genres especially for teens. Content in this collection will contain story intensity, action, and violence equivalent to a typical PG-13 rated movie. Recommended for ages 11-18. A library card and PIN are required for in library and remote use. Access Comics Plus by clicking Access Now or download the mobile app.

      Getting Started with Comics Plus Teen Library

      1. Find Comics Plus Teen Library on our Research & Learn page or, download and install the Comics Plus app for iOS or Android.
      2. Search for our library name, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. Select Charlotte Mecklenburg Library NC - Teen Library.  Enter your library card number and PIN.
      3. Browse the collection or search for a specific title.
      4. Hover or tap on the cover of the title you want to read and click/tap Read Now or Add to My Shelf.
      5. Read all the comics!

      Watch this video for an introduction to Comics Plus.

      All titles are available 24/7 for online and offline reading.  An internet connection is required to browse and check out titles.  You can download titles for offline reading via the Comics Plus app.

       

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    7. Daily Life Through History

      Daily Life Through History is a collection of e-books about life during different periods of history. These historical period includes Ancient Rome, Greece and Egypt, the middle ages, the Renaissance, colonial times, the Civil War and World War I and II. In additions topics such as the role of women and children, food and clothing, and work conditions are covered, as well as a time line of major events.

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    9. EBSCOhost ebook Collection

      EBSCOhost eBook collection is a diverse collection of e-books on topics ranging from business & economics and computer science to home & garden and study aids. The Library also has a large e-book library for customers interested in non-profit resources.

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    10. Gale Directory Library

      Gale Directory Library provides digital access to reference works including the Encyclopedia of Associations, Market Share Reporter, National Directory of Nonprofit Organizations, and Scholarships, Fellowships and Loans.

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