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Explore COM Library's bestselling nonfiction collection featuring biographies and books on current events, history, personal growth and more.  Fresh non-fiction titles rotate in and out of the collection every month.  Look for the shelves holding books with orange spines.  If you're into factual reads or biographies, our bestsellers collection is a great place to get the freshest reads. Want more reading options?  COM library makes leisure reading easy!  In addition to both a leisure section and our rotating bestsellers collection, we have various eBook reading options you can access online anytime.  Check out our leisure reading guide to find out more. http://dlvr.it/TVrYYs

October is American Archives Month. Check out our collection of classic periodicals and streaming media. Read full text, full image top magazines: The Atlantic, Ebony, Jet, Life, The Nation, National Geographic, Newsweek, Time and Vanity Fair, or Texas newspapers El Paso Times and The Austin American Statesman. Stream archival films and newsreels from Films on Demand and AVON. Go to the Archives Collection.  Featured from the Collection * The Awakening of the Negro by Booker T. Washington, The Atlantic 1896 * Troubles of Mitchell (Stock market Crash), Time 1929 * Evolution of the speakeasy, Vanity Fair 1932 * The McCarthy Method, The Nation, 1950 * THE KING PLAN FOR FREEDOM: Protest leader M. L. King, Jr., stresses eight points to speed equality fight, Ebony 1956 * Apollo’s Great Leap for the Moon, Life 1969 * 'My God! They're Killing US' (Kent State), Newsweek 1970 * America’s New Beginning: Barack Obama Sworn In 44th President, Jet 2009 * These Anim...

The Atlantic was originally created with a focus on publishing leading writers' commentary on abolition, education and other major issues in contemporary political affairs at the time. Over its more than 150 years of publication. It has featured articles in the fields of politics, foreign affairs, business and the economy, culture and the arts, technology, science and more. Some of the founding sponsors of the magazine include prominent writers such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Harriet Beecher Stowe and John Greenleaf Whittier.              * The Indian Revolt, 1857 * A Brief Review of the Kansas Usurpation, 1858 * The Progress of the Electric Telegraph, 1860 * The Future of American Railways, 1860 * The Field of Gettysburg, 1865 * The Awakening of the Negro by Booker T. Washington, 1896 * An Odyssey of the North by Jack London, 1900 * Why I Came to America, 1911 * Letters From the Dust Bowl, 1936 * Atomic Wa...

Looking for a story that will keep you guessing until the very last page? Our Mysteries to Die For display is packed with suspense, intrigue, and twists you won't see coming. Featuring clever whodunits and gripping psychological thrillers, this collection has something for every mystery lover. Whether you're trying to solve the crime before the detective, uncover a hidden secret, or simply enjoy a page-turning adventure, you'll find plenty of thrilling reads waiting for you. Say "HI!" to our skeletal reader rocking away in a chair.  He's been waiting a very long time for someone to discover these books and promises they're worth dying for! Stop by, browse the display, and pick up your next mystery. Just be warned: once you start reading, you may not be able to put the book down until the case is closed. For more great leisure reads, check out bestsellers and leisure reading sections, or read online on Libby or hoopla. http://dlvr.it/TVpxs...

Classic Banned Books Interestingly, many books that are now considered classics have been banned in the past and some continue to be banned or challenged today. We've compiled a few lists of these books so you can see why these classics were banned or challenged. You can also check out the print or eBook versions of many of these books and decide for yourself... * Award Winning Books That Have Been Banned or Challenged This list has books that have won major awards such as the Pulitzer Prize or the Nobel Prize that have been banned like The Color Purple by Alice Walker, To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner.  * Modern Library's 100 Best Novels These are books chosen as the best novels published since 1900. This includes novels like The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck and Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell * More Banned Classics There are even more classics that have been banne...

This Filmhub documentary explores the obstacles that women face while battling breast cancer. It is the journey of extraordinary women, young and old, who took their life-altering circumstances and recovery from breast cancer, a leap beyond a medical diagnosis. Watch Courageous Warriors: Beauty from the ashes (1:32:27) on Films on Demand. For more recommended resources on Breast Cancer Awareness, visit our online Breast Cancer Awareness guide. http://dlvr.it/TVlK4b

October is American Archives Month. Check out our collection of classic periodicals and streaming media. Read full text, full image top magazines: The Atlantic, Ebony, Jet, Life, The Nation, National Geographic, Newsweek, Time and Vanity Fair, or Texas newspapers El Paso Times and The Austin American Statesman. Stream archival films and newsreels from Films on Demand and AVON. Go to the Archives Collection.  Featured from the Collection * The Awakening of the Negro by Booker T. Washington, The Atlantic 1896 * Troubles of Mitchell (Stock market Crash), Time 1929 * Evolution of the speakeasy, Vanity Fair 1932 * The McCarthy Method, The Nation, 1950 * THE KING PLAN FOR FREEDOM: Protest leader M. L. King, Jr., stresses eight points to speed equality fight, Ebony 1956 * Apollo’s Great Leap for the Moon, Life 1969 * 'My God! They're Killing US' (Kent State), Newsweek 1970 * America’s New Beginning: Barack Obama Sworn In 44th President, Jet 2009 * These Anim...

Cables work with most iOS and Android devices.  Has lightning, Micro USB and Type C. We checkout WAY more than just books!  Visit our Library of Things list to see what else is available. For more information about your library, see the online About COM Library guide. http://dlvr.it/TVjWkT

Did you Know? In addition to our great scholarly journals, COM Library databases have full text articles from popular magazines and news sources like National Geographic, Harper's, Rolling Stone, and Wired. Login with your COM account for 24/7 off campus access. Most articles do not include the images, but if you see an option for a PDF version of the article you'll get full image as well.   To make the articles easier to access, we've created Popular Magazines & News, where you'll find direct links to our most popular magazines and news listed by category. There is also Navigate the Magazine Page that shows you where you can search all issues of the magazine, create an email alert for newly published articles from a magazine, and browse through issues of the magazine by date.  http://dlvr.it/TVf4YP

Whether you're a lifelong comic book fan or just getting started, National Comic Book Day is the perfect excuse to dive into a new adventure! With Hoopla, your COM status unlocks free access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga titles that you can enjoy anytime, anywhere. From iconic superheroes and epic fantasy worlds to thought-provoking graphic novels and popular manga series, there's something for every reader. This National Comic Book Day, celebrate the creativity, artistry, and storytelling that make comics so special. Explora hoopla's comic collection. Pick a comic. Start your next adventure today! For information on how to sign up for hoopla using your COM username, visit our online hoopla library guide.    http://dlvr.it/TVdznp

Looking for your next great read? The books topping the New York Times Best Seller lists are waiting for you at the library! Why buy when you can borrow? Your COM ID gives you access to some of the most talked-about titles, helping you stay current with the books everyone is discussing without breaking your budget. Stop by the library today, browse our bestseller collection, and find out why these books are flying off the shelves.   Your next favorite book could be waiting for you right now. Come check out a bestseller and start reading today! COM library has lots of leisure reading options for students, staff and faculty.  Check out our Leisure Collection guide for more information. http://dlvr.it/TVcJMh

Go to Great Reads for Hispanic Heritage Month for virtual book displays of great reads. These great reads are curated print books and eBooks include award winning Hispanic authors of true stories, fiction, poetry, and young adult. From the Virtual book displays you can get direct links to the eBooks, or links to the print books in OneSearch to get the call numbers to find them on the shelves in the library, or place them on hold when you login to your COM account.  There's More! You'll also find the latest news on Hispanic culture and links to multiple related guides from the library that have Hispanic, Latin & Spanish content.  The library will have a physical book display of books and eBook posters with QR codes to link to eBooks. Book posters with QR codes will also be on display in the student center.  Want More?  See all our Hispanic American, Latin American & Spanish guides.  http://dlvr.it/TVZc8b

Flooding is no longer a rare event that only affects coastal communities or regions near major rivers. Across the United States and around the world, flash floods are becoming more frequent, more intense, and more dangerous. For today's college students, understanding why is more important than ever. NOVA's Superfloods takes viewers beyond the dramatic headlines to uncover the science behind these devastating events. Through powerful footage and expert insights, the documentary explores why deadly floods are on the rise, how changing weather patterns are increasing risks, and what communities can do to better prepare for future disasters. As extreme weather becomes the new normal, the next generation will play a key role in developing solutions, improving resilience, and protecting vulnerable communities. Superfloods is more than a documentary about water. It's a reminder that understanding today's challenges is the first step toward building a safer tomorrow. Wat...

See our citation guides or all our Critical Thinking & Information Literacy guides. http://dlvr.it/TVWqnL

The ultimate research tool for nursing and allied health studies, CINAHL Ultimate provides fast and easy access to top journals, evidence based care sheets, quick lessons and continuing education modules. You can access CINAHL now though 12/13/26 from our A-Z Databases for Nursing page. Must be on campus or login with your COM account for off campus access. When doing nursing research, the CINAHL Ultimate search options can really help you out. Nursing research is very specialized and there are some great limits available In CINAHL that can really help you get the articles you need more quickly, such as peer reviewed, evidence based practice, nurse authors, or select specific criteria to apply to patients, such as age group or gender.  Wat More? Try COM Library's guide, How to Use CINAHL Ultimate CINAHL Features  http://dlvr.it/TVWJ3r

Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special book display highlighting the rich history, vibrant cultures, and inspiring voices of Hispanic and Latino communities. Explore stories of achievement, tradition, resilience, and creativity through a variety of fiction and nonfiction titles. Whether you're looking to discover a new author, learn about influential figures, or gain a deeper appreciation for Hispanic heritage, we invite you to browse the display and find your next great read. Visit our online related guides for more great recommended reads - Hispanic American History and Great Reads for Hispanic Heritage Month. http://dlvr.it/TVVyr6

Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15, and COM Library has a great collection of resources! Get resources including books, articles, streaming media, primary sources and open access sources from the Hispanic American History guide. Go to the guide to learn about the history of Hispanic Americans, or see our other Hispanic American, Latin American & Spanish Guides, see the Colección Española, or see all Hispanic American, Latin American & Spanish library news.  Featured Resources * Stream PBS American Historia, The Untold History of Latinos Series from Films on Demand.  * Read eBooks like Eyewitness to History: Documents of the Chicano Movement, My Broken Language or My Boy Will Die of Sorrow.  * Get print books like Growing up Latino : Memoirs and Stories, Solito: a memoir, or Our Migrant Souls.  And Don't Miss Great Reads for Hispanic Heritage Month!  COM students faculty and staff can read these great curated p...

Statista provides global statistical data on many topics including media, business, politics, society, technology and education. Sources include market reports, trade publications, scientific journals, and government databases. Charts can be downloaded in PNG, PowerPoint, Excel or PDF formats, embedded in web pages or online courses (when available) and can be great to use in papers or presentations. You can access Statista and other great databases from our A-Z Databases page. Login with your COM account for off campus access. Here's an Example There are a number of things you can do on the chart page, though some option availability depends on the source:  * Grab a chart to include in your paper or presentation in PNG, PDF, Excel or PowerPoint formats. * Grab a citation. * Grab the code to embed a chart in a web page, including your online course.  * Customize a chart using the ger icon.  * Save the chart to your favorites. * Get an email ...

The Librarians made its world premiere at Sundance and continued on to SXSW and Full Frame Documentary Film Festival. The documentary won the Emmy for Exceptional Merit In Documentary Filmmaking and explores censorship, book banning and the freedom to read. As an unprecedented wave of book banning is sparked in Texas, Florida, and beyond, librarians under siege join forces as unlikely defenders fighting for intellectual freedom on the front lines of democracy, flanked by concerned community members and young readers. The Librarians is a cautionary tale and rallying cry for freedom – told through the personal experiences of librarians under siege and the everyday patriots who join their ranks in defense of the books. Want More? Go to the Banned Books guide, see all Book & eBook news or How to Use Academic Videos Online (AVON).  http://dlvr.it/TVRwSc

Did you know the library has a "library of things" that we can check-out to persons with a COM ID? The next time it's pouring rain outside, duck into the library and check out an umbrella to get around campus. Did your phone die and you forget your phone charger at home?  While in the library, check-out a phone charger to charge it. Math homework require a graphing calculator you don't have with you today?  Do your homework in the library and check one out from us. We have what you need to succeed!  We are here to help. Read more about COM library here. http://dlvr.it/TVRFrF