Books, Reading & Literature

(PreK - 3) Fun pairs of classic video storybooks and nonfiction eBooks for kids and families.

Access to a selection of online Reference eBooks from Gale.

An integrated research experience that brings together multiple literary databases to search literary criticism plus primary sources, literary and cultural analysis, and information on influential literary figures from all eras and genres.  Microsoft and Google classroom integration.  (Formerly named "Literary Sources")

Access to literary works and authors throughout history including full-text poems, short stories, speeches, and plays.

Full-text articles, literary criticism, reviews, biographical information, and thousands of full-text poems and short stories published in contemporary journals and magazines.

NextReads newsletters deliver reading recommendations directly to your inboxes and you'll be able to link to the library catalog to reserve your NextRead!

Find new books to read! Search for a favorite author or title, browse booklists, award lists, or find the next book in a series. Fiction and Nonfiction books for all ages are included.

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(Ages 0-18) The Novelist we love but limited to fiction and nonfiction for kids and teens!  (Does not include books for adults.)

Popular eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines available on your computer, mobile device, or eReader.  Up to 20 checkouts and 20 holds. 

As of May 1, 2023, Libby is the only available app for OverDrive eMaterials.

Search for books, movies, and more available at your local branch of the Tacoma Public Library!

Printable activities from Scholastic for any subject: math, science, reading comprehension, STEM, writing and more.  Perfect for parents, childcare providers, and educators!

(Grades 3-5) Combines award-winning True Books with a collection of related videos, images, and web links.