Resources
Databases
There are over 50 databases in 25 different subjects that patrons can access for free with their library card.
In addition to reference databases, these resources include:
- Comics Plus: Unlimited, simultaneous access to thousands of digital comics, manga, and picture books
- Morningstar Investing Center: Includes research on more than 30,000 stocks, mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). It is designed specifically for individual investors.
- NovelList Plus: a service that can help patrons find their next read based on criteria they enter
- Auto Repair and Small Engine Repair offer service and repair information and guides
- Cisco Networking Academy
- ChescoPIN accesses public real estate, court, and will records
- Local, national, and global genealogy resources
- Mango is a great language-learning app
- Drivers’ education, practice tests, and handbooks
Library Catalog
You can search the collections of all Chester County libraries by title, author, actor, keyword, subject, or format. Items found at other libraries can be sent to Coatesville for patron pick-up.
eBooks & Audiobooks
Thousands of eBooks and audiobooks are available via the Libby app for patrons to read or listen to on their own devices.
eMagazine: Flipster
Hundreds of digital magazines are available via the Flipster app in over 20 categories.
Video Streaming
Hundreds of great movies and TV shows are available to stream via the Kanopy app or website, in over 20 genres.
Reserve-A-Book
Place a book on hold and pick up at your closest library.