Online Resources

Goodreads is the world’s largest site for readers and book recommendations with a mission to help people find and share books they love. 

Helps Michigan citizens facing economic hardship find services related to jobs, training, unemployment benefits, health care, housing, and family support

Use tests, e-books and tutorials to assess and build your skill levels in reading, writing, math, and prepare for the GED Test in English and Spanish.

Documents, photos, maps, film, and video from leading history journals. Also includes biographies of historical figures. Michigan residents or Michigan library and school access only. 

View and download current and past federal tax forms and instructions. Get answers to common tax questions.

Designed to assist the general public in legal matters of all kinds.

Authoritative database for current issues, studies, thoughts and trends of the legal world. It is an excellent resource for attorneys, educators, business people, law librarians, students, paralegals and others involved with the law. 

Libby is a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. 

Focuses on free public domain audiobook titles to listen to. The books are read by volunteers who donate their time.

Broad collection of popular full-text magazines and reference books. Contains Consumer Reports.

Mayo Clinic is a well-known medical institution that provides comprehensive health information. The website includes articles, resources, and tools on various medical conditions, treatments, and healthy living practices. 

Intended for informational purposes only. Covers all areas of medicine, including dentistry and nursing.

MeLCat is an online catalog service that allows patrons of participating libraries to borrow materials - books, movies, music, and more - from all over Michigan and have them delivered to their home library.

Searchable database of Michigan authors and illustrators that provides biographical and contact information. Indicates whether person will do library presentations. 

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, in collaboration with more than 100 economic development partners, markets Michigan as the place to do business, assists businesses in their growth strategies, and fosters the growth of vibrant commun

Michigan Legal Help is for people who are handling their legal problems without a lawyer. It can help you learn about your legal problems and get ready for court. There are many Do-It-Yourself tools to help you create court forms.

Works with eligible customers and employers to achieve quality employment outcomes and independence for individuals with disabilities to prepare for and obtain competitive employment, including exploring the possibilities of self-employment or own

Find One-Stop Service Centers for Michigan Works! agencies by zip code or county throughout the state with links to each office.