Library Resource Guides

Credo Reference An easy-to-use tool to gather background information on topics from hundreds of full-text encyclopedias, dictionaries, quotations and subject-specific titles, as well as 500,000+ images and audio files and over 1,000 videos.

E-book Central Academic and Public Library Complete Scholarly titles supporting student and faculty research, and general nonfiction on topics such as school & studying, career development, arts & leisure and practical life skills.

Literature Resource Center Articles, critical essays, work and topic overviews, full-text works and biographies covering authors, their works and literary movements.

ProQuest Central General reference database for over 175 subjects from magazines, journals and newspapers including peer-reviewed and scholarly works.

Transparent Language Language learning resource includes ESL, grammar tips and a mobile app.

Chilton Library Step-by-step instructions for car or truck repair and maintenance.

Driving-Tests.org Free NC Driver’s License permit practice tests and other information related to getting an automobile or motorcycle license.

Brainfuse: JobNow A unique suite of resources for job seekers including on-demand access to trained career experts who provide live, one-to-one interview coaching and resume assistance.

Business Plans Handbook Search for a specific business plan for nearly any type of business.

Data Axle Reference Solutions Detailed directory information for millions of businesses and households.

Ferguson's Career Guidance Center Get career advice and explore industries.

Morningstar Investment Research Center Fund and stock information for in-depth research.

Wall Street Journal Full text articles dating back to 1984.

Access America’s News Explore full text newspaper and media coverage from a wide variety of NC and national sources including the local Fayetteville Observer.

Ancestry Library Edition An unparalleled collection of resources for genealogical and historical research. Includes more than 4,000 databases. This resource can only be accessed from within a library building.

Fayetteville Observer Collection Provides four ways to search the Fayetteville Observer archives back to 1988. Scroll down and click on the second listing for the complete daily edition of the Fayetteville Observer, including today’s edition.

Fold3 Research the National Archives military history records for genealogical or historical information. Allows users to create honor wall pages for specific veterans.

Heritage Quest Research materials for tracing family history and American culture. For beginner or professional genealogists.

Historic North Carolina Digital Newspaper Collection 3.5 million pages of content from over 1,000 county newspapers in North Carolina dating back to 1751.

Sanborn Maps Delivers detailed property and land-use records that depict the grid of everyday life in North Carolina.

Access America’s News Explore full-text newspaper and media coverage from a wide variety of NC and national sources including the local Fayetteville Observer.

Black Freedom Struggle A collection of historical documents focusing on the pursuit for equality of African Americans. Aimed at general public and students, middle school through college.

Credo Reference An easy-to-use tool to gather background information on topics from hundreds of full-text encyclopedias, dictionaries, quotations and subject-specific titles as well as 500,000+ images and audio files and over 1,000 videos.

Fayetteville Observer Collection Provides four ways to search the Fayetteville Observer archives back to 1988. Scroll down and click on the second listing for the complete daily edition of the Fayetteville Observer, including today’s edition.

Historic North Carolina Digital Newspaper Collection 3.5 million pages of content from over 1,000 county newspapers in North Carolina dating back to 1751.

ProQuest Central General reference database for over 175 subjects from magazines, journals and newspapers including peer-reviewed and scholarly works.

Sanborn Maps Delivers detailed property and land-use records that depict the grid of everyday life in North Carolina.

Brainfuse: Adult Learning Center Provides resume assistance and live, online tutoring from 2 p.m. to midnight. Includes: GED prep, 24/7 writing lab, skills building, Microsoft Office Essential Skills Series and a 24/7 Question Center.

Brainfuse: HelpNow Offers students assistance with homework and test preparation. Includes live, online tutoring from 2 p.m. to midnight and a 24/7 Writing Lab.

Credo Reference An easy-to-use tool to gather background information on topics from hundreds of full-text encyclopedias, dictionaries, quotations and subject-specific titles as well as 500,000+ images and audio files and over 1,000 videos.

CQ Researcher An account of today's issues with an overview of the subject, background, controversies and initiatives.

Ferguson's Career Guidance Center Get career advice and explore industries.

LearningExpress Library Provides tutorials, practice tests, e-books and articles for skill building, test preparation and career development. Test prep for GED, ASVAB, SAT, ACT and much more is included.

SIRS Discoverer Articles, nonfiction books, activities and websites intended for elementary and middle school students.

SIRS Issues Researcher Find pro/con essays about social issues and newspaper articles.

CQ Researcher An account of today's issues with an overview of the subject, background, controversies and initiatives.

LawHelpNC Information and links about your legal rights, the law, the courts, legal forms and more.

ProQuest Central General reference database for over 175 subjects from magazines, journals and newspapers including peer-reviewed and scholarly works.

Cancer (Salem Health) Up-to-date and easy-to-use medical information related to cancer. Select database from drop-down menu.

Careers in Healthcare (Salem Health) Current information on careers in healthcare.

CINAHL Plus Nursing and allied health journals and research.

Complementary & Alternative Medicine (Salem Health) Current medical information on complementary and alternative medicine.

Infectious Diseases (Salem Health) Current medical information on infectious diseases.

MedlinePlus Common diseases and conditions, health promotion and wellness, drugs info, medical dictionaries and more.

Omnigraphics Health Reference Sourcebooks Straightforward and authoritative e-books on consumer health topics.

ProQuest Central General reference database for over 175 subjects from magazines, journals and newspapers including peer-reviewed and scholarly works.

Northstar Digital Literacy Northstar Digital Literacy tests your computer skills. You can build skills in key areas and demonstrate your knowledge by earning certificates and badges.