Searching for Books at BCC Libraries
Search HELM Library Catalog here or find your local library's online catalog here
Please NOTE we are not loaning print books at this time. The libraries are currently working on a plan for contact-less pick up. An announcement will be coming soon.
eBooks
eBook Central and e-Book Collections are a collection of databases that contain digitized books that you can read online. Use your #900 number to gain access.
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eBook Central This link opens in a new windowChoose from 810,000 ebooks and 1,350 imprints from more than 650 publishers on one platform. ProQuest Ebook Central offers titles from hundreds of trusted publishers on one modern, intuitive platform. Its mobile-optimized design lets researchers get “anytime access” to the content they need – from a single chapter to an entire book.
How to Search the HELM Catalog- Basic Search
Why should I look in books?
Why should you do research in books?
- Books provide in-depth coverage of a topic
- Books often provide valuable background information on a topic
- Books can also provide an overview of all issues pertaining to a topic
- Books can lead readers to other sources through their bibliographies
You do not necessarily have to read an entire book for every research paper you have to do. Utilize the index and the chapter titles to narrow down which section of the book is most pertinent to your research.
Examples of Subject Headings to Use
Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg offers over 58,000 free eBooks. Choose among free epub and Kindle eBooks, download them or read them online. You will find the world's great literature here, with focus on older works for which U.S. copyright has expired. Thousands of volunteers digitized and diligently proofread the eBooks, for enjoyment and education.
Is this Book Relevant to My Research?
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Is This Book Relevant to My Research? A Guide to SkimmingWant some pointers on selecting and evaluating books for your paper? Check out our step-by-step infographic.
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