A-Z Databases

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card ID number (e.g. q123456)
Password = Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

The BiblioBoard Library contains eBooks from independent & self-published North Carolina authors as well as content from the NC LIVE Home Grown eBook Collection.

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card ID number (e.g. q123456)
Password = Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

Looking for a good book, but not sure where to start? Books and Authors is a literary collection of who, what, where, & when that lets you browse by character, subject, location and time period. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

The Library has access to two Charlotte Observer databases, a current (1985-current) and historical (1892- 1985) which can be searched separately as well as together.

The historical access (1892-1985) will show the image of the newspaper, as they appeared in the paper, however, the current access (1985- current) will show the full text of the article, but no images. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Libray]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

The Charlotte Post has served as a dominant force in educating, empowering and enlightening African-American communities throughout their 8 county coverage area in North Carolina and upstate South Carolina since 1878. Online access is from 2006 to present.

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

Chilton Library provides repair, maintenance, recalls, specification tables on thousands of domestic and imported models of cars, trucks, vans and SUVs from 1940 onward. It also includes ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) test prep. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

Freegal Music is a free music service which offers download or streaming access to more than 10 million songs and approximately 15,000 music videos. Users get 5 free downloads (songs are 1 download and videos are 2), and 5 hours of streaming each week. Once downloaded, the songs or videos are yours to keep! Mobile and tablet customers, download the Freegal app for iOS and Android.

[Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

Gale Directory Library provides digital access to reference works including the Encyclopedia of Associations, Market Share Reporter, National Directory of Nonprofit Organizations, and Scholarships, Fellowships and Loans. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

Hoopla allows patrons to instantly borrow eBooks, comics, audiobooks, music, movies and television. It also features an automated service that returns your item once your time is up. Content can be streamed to computers, tablets or smartphones, and can be downloaded to mobile devices to allow for offline viewing any time. You can check out up to 6 items from hoopla each month.

To create an account, you will need your Q-ID (Q-Card ID number).
Click “Get Started”.
Click “Let’s Go!” on the next screen.
Under “Find Your Library,” choose Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
Click “Next”
Under “Connect with Your Library,” enter your Q-ID (ex. Q123456) in the “Library Card” box.
Under “Almost Done” enter your Queens University email, and choose a password.
Click “Get Started” to explore what’s available on hoopla.

If you are accessing with a tablet or smartphone, you will need to download the free Hoopla app for your device.

[Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

Indie Author Project is a self-publishing program where local indie authors can share publish their e-book through the library. Authors looking to promote their work and increase readership and exposure can submit their work to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's Indie Author Project to be featured in the statewide Indie North Carolina's collection, with the potential for national exposure. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

First time users must create a Kanopy account before watching any films.

If you are asked to select your library select Charlotte Mecklenburg Library and then enter your Library Card Number (q + Q-Card number) and Library Card PIN/Password (Your birth year). Next click the "Add Library Card" button. When creating your account, enter your name, email address and select a NEW password. An email will be sent to you with a verification link.

Kanopy is an award-winning video streaming service providing access to more than 30,000 independent and documentary films. Videos can be streamed on your desktop computer, tablets, smartphones, and TV apps. You can view up to 6 films per month. Once you press play on a film, you have 3 days to view it as many times as you like without using another play credit. Play credits reset on the 1st of the month.

[Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

This database contains the most extensive collection of free legal forms available to library users including business, personal, litigation, federal and North Carolina forms. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

Disclaimer: Users should consult an attorney for all serious legal matters.

To get to the log in page, click "get started."

This action should place you on the login page, which will prompt you to enter your "Library card number" and "PIN."

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & PIN: ***

Library card number = q + Q-Card ID number (e.g. q123456)
PIN = Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

LinkedIn Learning is an online educational site that includes over 3,000 courses (and over 130,000 videos) in popular fields like web design, web development, IT, education/instruction, media production, and business. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

This database provides independent, differentiated and actionable analysis to help you make better investment and business decisions. Includes S&P Global’s Equity and Fund Research business, a leading provider of independent research and commentary with offerings focused on stocks, ETFs and mutual funds as well as sectors and industries. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

Mergent Online is an electronic database that is easy to use and has global business and financial data for companies worldwide. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

To gain access this content you will need to create an individual New York Times account:
- Enter your library card number ( q + Q-Card number).
- Click "Create Account" & register with your email address or click "log in here" if you already have created a NYT account.
- Click "Redeem" & "Get Started" to get 24 hours of continuous access.
- After 24 hours, you will need to redeem another pass by repeating these instructions for continued access.

Note: A limited number of offsite passes are available per day.

NYTimes.com is a multi-platform news tool that provides access to New York Times and International New York Times content, including breaking news, multimedia, reviews and opinion, blogs, videos and more. NYTimes is updated 24/7. Access includes all online content except for the crossword puzzle. Full access is provided for NYT articles published between 1851 thru 1922, and between 1981 through current day. Access to the years 1923-1980 is limited. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

OverDrive is a collection of eBooks and digital audiobooks which can be downloaded to your computer, tablet (including Kindle), or mobile device.

Mobile and tablet customers, download the Libby app for iOS and Android. You can check out up to 20 items with a maximum 21-day loan period and place holds on items that are checked out. You can return items when you are finished or they will be automatically returned when they are due.

[Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

To login to Pressbooks, click Access Now. You will be required to make a Biblioboard Library username and password and provide an email address.

Pressbooks is an easy-to-use online software that allows you to create professional-quality e-book and print ready files in ePUB, MOBI, and PDF formats. You can create and export as many items as you wish! [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

This online resource provides teenage students with nonjudgmental, straightforward advice and self-help support. Topics include diseases, drugs, alcohol, nutrition, mental health, suicide, bullying, green living, financial literacy, and more. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

TumbleBooks is a collection of animated, talking picture books. They can be read by you or read to you. Our TumbleBook collection includes story books, books in French and Spanish for language learning, read-along books, non-fiction books, puzzles & games, math stories, and graphic novels. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

Get free homework help from a live, online, qualified tutor—up to 10 free tutoring sessions each week! All you need is a login (q + Q-Card number) and an Internet connection.

Hours:
English: Daily from 4 p.m. to midnight.
Spanish: Sunday to Thursday, 4 p.m.-10 p.m.
Closed: New Year's Day (January 1), Independence Day (July 4), Thanksgiving Day (November 26), and Christmas Day (December 25).

College students can get help in English or Spanish for their college level courses including English, Science, Math, History. Tutors are also available to assist with career services such as resume review, job searching and interview preparation. Now Nursing Students can get tutoring assistance with subjects like anatomy and physiology, microbiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, psychology, medical/surgical nursing, nursing care plans and NCLEX test preparation. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)

First time users will need to register for a Universal Class account using their name, email address, and create their own password.

Universal Class is an online education experience offering over 540 courses in subjects like Entrepreneurship, Home and Garden Care, Computers and Technology, Health and Medicine, Job Assistance, Law and many more. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

The Value Line Investment Survey features consensus-earning estimates for several companies, a business description of each company, including recent corporate developments, and ranks performance to predict relative price performance over the next six to 12 months. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

World Book eBooks is a collection of illustrated, engaging titles that supports a span of subject areas .You may browse eBooks by subject or series. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]

*** In order to access this database, please use the following login & password: ***
Login = q + Q-Card number (e.g. q123456)
Password: Your birth year (e.g. 1985)

World Book Encyclopedia Online is a dynamic and interactive online encyclopedia for young students to adults. It includes a Spanish version, as well as access to additional e-books for research projects. [Provided by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library]