English-Start Your Research: Library Resources

Start your library research with this subject guide.

Recommended Subject Databases

We have selected these databases for your subject area. Visit our A-Z Database listing for many more options.

MLA International Bibliography This link opens in a new window
1926 - present. Subject index for books, articles and websites published on modern languages, literatures, folklore, and linguistics.
Literature Online This link opens in a new window
A comprehensive literature database of over 350,000 works of poetry, drama and prose dating as far back as 600. Includes links to other Web resources, bibliographies for over 400 authors and biographies for over 1,000 authors. Via ProQuest.
Literature Resource Center This link opens in a new window
A comprehensive resource for research on literary topics, authors, and their works. Gateway to Literature Resource Center, Twayne's Authors Online Series and Scribner Writers Online Series.

Academic Search Complete (EBSCO) This link opens in a new window
A multidisciplinary database with full text content in the arts, social sciences, humanities and sciences.
UC Library Search This link opens in a new window
Locate books, articles, and more from all UC campuses and beyond in this unified discovery and borrowing system. Use filters and alternative search scopes to narrow your results. Connect via the VPN to view all content available to you. Log in to your account to request material.

UC Merced Library DIY Tutorials
Links to a number of online tutorials, both general and specific, that teach you about accessing information resources and doing library research.
UC Merced Library Workshop Recordings
A complete listing of workshop recordings arranged by topic and presentation date.