Readers Services Links
The Readers Services Department has selected the following links to provide our customers with additional information and reviews of the newest books, films, music, and audio books.
IMDB.com - With the Internet Movie Database, you can view trailers of new and upcoming films or search for big screen, independent, or international films by cast, crew, character, plot or keyword.
The New York Times Book Review - Published weekly by the New York Times, it includes lists of fiction and nonfiction bestsellers, essays, and commentary by writers of note.
Novelist - Search for more books similar to the ones you like by title, author, series or keyword. Book discussion guides are also available.
Book Review Index Online Plus -
An online guide to full-text book reviews from thousands of publications.
Amazon.com - Search and browse for books, films, audio books, and more. Major media reviews and customer comments accompany each item listing.
Metacritic.com - One-stop reading -- reviews of new books, films, and music from well-known newspapers, magazines, and trade publications all in one place.
AllMusic.com - Browse new music and old favorites by genre, mood, theme, country, and instrument. Includes reviews of new releases and re-issues.
Audiofile Magazine - Audio book reviews of newly issued titles and searchable by narrator and genre, plus narrator interviews.
Booksense Picks and Bestsellers - Selected trade, hardcover, mass market, and children's books and bestsellers from independent bookstores across America.
Oprah's Book Club - The complete list of all the titles selected by Oprah Winfrey for her book club, plus additional related content (requires free registration).
online database -- requires Albany Public Library card and residency in the City of Albany, NY.