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All books displayed on this page are reference books. These books are non-circulating and therefore available for your use only at the Library. Below is just a selection of great resources that we keep in our Reference collections so they may be available at all times. Check the holdings information to see which branch has the item.

Reference Resources Information

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New Books

CIA World Factbook 2012
Central Intelligence Agency

A country-by-country guide to the world — the product of sixty-nine years of CIA intelligence.  This comprehensive guide is packed with detailed information on the politics, populations, military expenditures, and economics of 2012.

Kovels' Antiques & Collectibles
Terry H. Kovel

This is the 44th edition of the leading price guide in antiques, that continues to feature actual prices in 700 categories and more than 2,500 full-colour photographs.

2012 Children's Writer's Market
Chuck Sambuchino

If you write or illustrate for young readers with the hope of getting published, the 2012 Children’s Writer’s & Illustrator’s Market is the trusted resource you need. Inside you’ll find more than 700 listings for children’s book publishers and magazines, including a point of contact, how much they pay, and what they’re looking for.

Shooter's Bible
Edited by Jay Cassell

Published annually for more than eighty years, Shooter’s Bible is the most complete and sought-after reference guide for new products, specifications, and current prices on thousands of firearms and related equipment. 

Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide
Robert M. Overstreet

Since 1970, The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide has been the definitive guide for comic collectors and dealers alike.  Includes all-new insights, features, and data, along with the most comprehensive listing of comics and new entries in the "Overstreet Hall of Fame." 

databases

Databases

Comprehensive info about U.S. states and territories. Profiles of men and women; biographies of presidents; information on major Native American tribes; U.S. history timelines; and an almanac.

Search, find & request books from libraries across the USA.

Access reference books on several subjects including business, environment, history, medicine, science, philosophy, & religion.

Provides comprehensive info on countries, cultures, and current events. Includes an encyclopedia; an electronic atlas; an almanac; world newspapers; and “culture cross,” an interactive feature comparing two continents.

Research authors & literature with critical, biographical & contextual materials on literary authors from around the world.

Search a wide variety of popular magazines and journals from your Android, iPhone, iPad or other mobile device.

Search magazines, journals, & reference materials on a variety of subjects: business, health, education, science & much more.

Find full-text newspaper articles across the USA. Access the Gainesville Sun, Ocala Star Banner, Florida Times Union, New York Times, USA Today, & thousands more.

Learn Spanish, French, German, Chinese, & ESOL focusing on listening, speaking, reading, grammar & pronunciation skills.

Access phone & contact information for people and businesses in the U.S. Includes company & industry profiles.

The extensive resources of the World Book Encyclopedia, optimized for Android, iPhone and other mobile devices.

Online reference source containing every article from the 22-volume print encyclopedia, plus thousands more.

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