Databases & Research Tools


Databases

  • TexShare databases
    To access these databases from home, you will need to obtain the login and password from the library staff by calling 806-775-2835. This login and password are intended for Lubbock Public Library patrons only.
  • Chilton’s Library
    To access from home, you will need your library card number.
  • Ancestry.com
    Full access to the database is only available from inside the library at this time.
  • Learning Express
    Take practice tests online. Includes the SAT, GED, GRE and more. To access from home, you will need your library card number.
  • World Book On-Line
    Includes encyclopedia articles, atlas, dictionary, World Book Kids, a Spanish language encyclopedia for students and more. To access from home, you will need your library card number.
  • Reference USA
    Get business and residential directory information online. Reference USA provides directory information for 14 million U.S. businesses and 135 million U.S. households. Search by name, address, phone number, company name, brand, industry, state, county, city, zip code, and other special selections. Details on businesses include toll free and fax numbers, Web address, sales volume, number of employees, ticker symbols, and owner/executive names and biographies. To use from home, you will need your library card.
  • Global Road Warrior
    Global Road Warrior contains information about 175 countries. Find extensive, up-to-date coverage of travel, communications and cultural issues for students and travelers alike. To access from home, you will need your library card number.


BookLetters

  • Web Link to BookLetters
    Electronic newsletters about new and notable books, linked to the Lubbock Public Library catalog.


Research Tools



Reader Resources


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