Writing Resources

A multidisciplinary collection of databases with access to over 10,000 full-text journals, including a vast number of peer-reviewed titles.

A multidisciplinary information resource optimal as the starting point for research projects. Provides authoritative information on numerous subjects.

Literature works, author information, literary criticism, plot summaries, and character analysis. Includes full-length videos of classic plays/films, full-text classic works, writing help, and the Shakespeare Center.

A searchable dictionary from the Infobase Writer's Reference Center Reference Shelf.

A digital magazine and journal platform with access to over 35 titles.

Research information for thought-provoking debates; articles present both sides of crucial issues without bias. An ideal resource for research papers, debate preparation, and persuasive writing assignments.

Coverage of a wide range of humanities subjects; world languages and literatures, linguistics, dramatic arts, film, fairy tales, folklore, rhetoric and writing studies, teaching of language, and history of publishing.

A cross-curricular resource addressing contemporary social issues. Includes reference articles, infographics, news, images, video, and audio. A category on differing views helps develop critical-thinking skills and individual conclusions.

Resources that present multiple sides of an issue with content that can help assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills.

Online reference materials and services for general writing guidance, major-specific writing assistance, plus information on creating citations, outlines, thesis statements. From Purdue University College of Liberal Arts.

A searchable rhyming dictionary from the Infobase Writer's Reference Center Reference Shelf.

A searchable thesaurus from the Infobase Writer's Reference Center Reference Shelf.

Tools for effective writing and research; mechanics of writing and grammar, style, research, writing style, revision, and fundamentals of quality writing. Includes vocabulary-building dictionaries, a step-by-step guide to writing a good essay, and grammatical terms.

A word and phrase reference portal from the Infobase Writer's Reference Center.