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Category: Reference

FEBRUARY 2, 2010
Spotlight: NoveList Database

NoveList is your one-stop destination for all things fiction! This versatile tool offers a multitude of resources for readers of all ages, including author biographies, award winner lists, book discussion guides, booktalks, curricular connections, and more.

One favorite use of this resource is finding author read-alikes. For selected authors, typing the name of the author into the search box yields a list of authors who write similar works. This is perfect for folks who are looking for their next read but aren’t sure what to choose. The various feature articles are yet another unique benefit of NoveList. Written by librarians across the country, these feature articles are full of reading recommendations for virtually all tastes, interests, and levels.

NoveList is the perfect resource for teachers, parents, bibliophiles, and reluctant readers alike. It can be found on our Research and Homework database page, along with many of our other databases. As always, if you have questions about this e-resource, consult a librarian.

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Category: Reference

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APRIL 12, 2007
Judge a book cover

All of our branches have sets of the World Book Encyclopedia.

World Book is inviting readers to vote among four choices for the covers of 2008 edition. Pick your favorite.

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Categories: ReferenceAdultChildren

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JANUARY 10, 2007
Excuse Me, But I Was Next ...
Unlike most formal etiquette books, "Excuse Me, But I Was Next ...": How to Handle the Top 100 Manners Dilemmas by Peggy Post has a sense of wit and reflects normal situations that occur in our everyday lives. From forgetting the name of someone you are introducing to deciding what to tip (or not) when restaurant service is bad, this little book addresses those small but significant issues. What should you do when a friend gives you a gift and you have nothing for him or her? Peggy says not to panic and gives some advice about the whole gift issue. Is it okay to send a condolence note by e-mail? Hmmmm. Peggy has some insights about when e-mail is appropriate and when it might offend. Find all the answers in this new book.

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Categories: AdultBooksReference

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DECEMBER 18, 2006
The Source: the genealogist's bible
On order now is the third edition of The Source: A Guidebook to American Genealogy. The Source is a handbook and guide to genealogy sources, useful to new and experienced genealogists. In addition to four reference copies throughout the library system, the Batavia branch will have a circulating copy.

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Categories: BooksAdultReference

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