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Need help finding a new book to read?  Looking for a new author or a suggested title?  You have come to the right place!

*We will constantly be adding new information to this page; please be patient with us.  If you find any links that do not work, we would appreciate it if you would let us know by emailing us at ra@berwynlibrary.net.

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Find books recommended by Berwyn librarians at our brand new blog where we give leisure reading suggestions. 

Subscription Databases Available to Berwyn Patrons

The database listed below is a general fiction resource and is available to Berwyn patrons.  The barcode on your library card is your Patron ID / User Name, so make sure to have that available to log in.

  • Novelist - A one-stop shop for summaries, series, read-a-likes, book discussion guides, award winners and more, our subscription gives you access to NoveList, NoveList Plus (includes non-fiction), and NoveList K-8.

General Fiction Resources - Available Free Online

There are also many free Internet sites that have loads of information for the leisure reader.  Follow this link for the sites we recommend.

Literary Fiction Resources - Available Free Online

Do you like your fiction literary?  These sites are for you.

Mystery and Crime Fiction Resources - Available Free Online

These websites will help you find killer new books and authors.

Romance Fiction Resources - Available Free Online

Yearning for romance?  Fall in love with one of these resources.

Suspense and Thriller Fiction Resources - Available Free Online
Find your next thrilling read with the help of these sites.
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