Thanks to the Office of the Secretary of State and the Illinois State Library for their generous support
in supplying these valuable resources to libraries across the state of Illinois.
LITERATURE/EDUCATION
Novelist A searchable database of fiction and non-fiction titles.
Contains book reviews, recommended reading lists and books discussion guides.
eBook Subscription Public Library Collection
Under Construction
Inkie.org is a suite of resources – available to everyone in Illinois at no charge – that supports local authors with online creation and publishing tools and allows readers to access locally-produced content no library card required.
Library Catalogs
SILC – Statewide Illinois Library Catalog The Statewide Illinois Library Catalog, known as SILC, is Illinois’ first all-inclusive statewide union catalog that integrates WorldCat and the Illinois Library Systems’ local consortia OPACs to provide both shelf status and interlibrary loan capabilities in a single searchable interface. From a single WorldCat record, users will be able to link to a local shared catalog record to see if and where an item is available for loan.
Auto/DIY/Home Improvement
Auto Resources
Business/Legal Resources
Illinois Legal Aid illinoislegalaid.org Free legal information and court forms for those who cannot afford a lawyer. Browse our legal topics, or get a legal aid referral. Chat button available for real time help selecting court forms and other information.
Illinois Court Help: (833) 411-1121 Launching 5/17/21 this service is only available via text or phone with channels for web chat or email to be developed later. This resource is a guide for those going thru the courts process at present. It can assist you in filing court forms and better understand court rules and procedures. General and county specific information can be provided. This service was developed by the Illinois Courts.
Illinois Access to Justice: atjil.org Resources to help advance access to justice for self-represented litigants and limited English litigants in Illinois. Access to forms, e-filing guides and tips for appearing in court by phone or video is included.
Cypress Resume An Online resume builder that lets you create professional-quality resumes in three quick and simple steps.
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Product ratings, reviews, recommendations, videos, brand reliability and buying advice. Browse individual issues. Includes Consumer Reports on Health.
