Goodreads

Check out recommendation and reviews from the NPL staff on our Goodreads page. Let us know if there are titles you'd like us to review. These are just a few of the books our patrons and staff have recently checked out.

Libby

Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more for free from your local library with Libby, the library reading app.

NoveList & NoveList: K-8

Can’t decide what to read next? Need a recommendation for a child, student or family member? Use Novelist to discover your next favorite author, series, or title!

Magzter

Get instant access to thousands of magazines and newspapers in an exciting digital format. Click on the logo to download the app for your device.

Universal Class

UniversalClass for Libraries offers patrons a collection of 600+ online courses to pick up new skills from computers to crafting—and earn IACET Continuing Education Units.

Find It VA

Residents of Virginia have access to a variety of digital resources to Virginia residents through their local public library. This made possible with Library Service and Technology funding granted by the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the Library of Virginia.

GALE Legal Forms

Create accurate, reliable legal documents with no hassle.

GALE Elementary

Learn about animals, plants, music science, sports, and more.

Guide to Virginia Legal Information Resources

Brainfuse - VetNow

VetNow's features include:

Live Veteran Navigator - Connect with live Veteran Navigator for help with eligible VA benefits and community resources.
Job Tools - Receive live job coaching, real-time interview practice, full-service resume lab, 24/7 access to local job resources and more!
Resume Assistance - Prepare your resume with help from JobNow resources including resume templates; receive expert feedback via live interaction or the resume lab.
Prepare for Your Interview - Review interview tips and resources; connect with a job coach to practice interviewing.
Live Assistance - Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading, writing, history, GED, college placement tests and more!
Career Resources - Begin your job hunt with JobNow’s powerful tools.
Skills-Building - Choose your topic to receive real-time help.
24-Hour Writing Lab - Submit essays and other forms of writing for constructive feedback.
Send Question - Send a question and get expert help.
Foreign Language Lab / Spanish-Speaking Support

Brainfuse - HelpNow

HelpNow's features include:

Homework Help Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests.
Skills-Building Choose your topic to receive real-time help.
Personalized eLearning Tools My File Sharing, My Session Replay, My Tutoring Archive, My Tests Archive, and more!
24-Hour Writing Lab Submit essays and other forms of writing for constructive feedback.
Homework Send Question Submit homework questions for expert guidance.
Adult Learning Center Access a library of rich adult learning content (GED) and live, professional assistance in resume/cover letter writing, U.S. citizenship prep, MS Office Essential Skills Series, and more!
Foreign Language Lab /Spanish-Speaking Support

Transparent Language

Northumberland Public Library is pleased to announce the availability of Transparent Language Online for Libraries, a complete language-learning system with courses and lessons designed to build listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Transparent Language Online allows learners to explore a new language in the comfort of their own home, at the library, or on-the-go.

The Northumberland Public Library’s community will have unlimited access to more than 110 languages, including English for speakers of over 30 languages. Transparent Language Online for Libraries is packed with pronunciation practice, speech analysis, grammar, writing activities, and vocabulary-building activities. This extensive language-learning program works on virtually any computer or mobile device through a web browser or mobile app.

Boundless

Boundless is Baker & Taylor’s reimagined digital service for libraries. An ecosystem that provides patrons with digital content like ebooks and audio as well as programming like never before. Built from the ground up on the latest app and web technologies, Boundless is intuitive, easy to use and fun, helping libraries meet the reading and learning needs of their communities.

EBSCO

EBSCO’s Explora is a user-friendly search tool that supports both research and instruction. Explora searches a comprehensive collection of full-text general interest articles from periodicals, newspapers, and books. This authoritative general information database is the best place to start your research project.

For additional options, please see the full list of compatible devices. For links to the EBSCOhost iOS and Android app and technical assistance, visit the EBSCO eBooks and Audiobooks Support Center.