Whether reading for fun, education, action, or business, books can help with anything. Even in an age where talking pictures dominate, it is still not difficult to find book lovers. To further your reading even more, check out these 100 awesome blogs for every kind of book lover. They will tell you what to buy, sell, read, trade, and much more.

Best Book Blog by a Site

Visit these book sellers and more for the newest and best in book blogs.

1. Borders Media: This site has many different online, book-related shows to choose from. Categories include a book club, the kitchen, teaching zone, author interviews, and much more.

2. NPR: Get all stories on books from National Public Radio by visiting here. Most popular entries include “Reading Rainbow,” parenting tips, and Muslims who save Jews.

3. B &N Review: Barnes & Noble stays on top of all book related news in its review section. It contains reviews, lists, interviews, five books, drawn to read, and more.

4. Amazon Daily: This massive community at this leading online book seller blogs on everything from books to technology. Choose your category, or add your own blog.

5. Powells Books Blog: Stop here for many guest blogging authors. Categories also include a review-a-day, contests, interviews, and more.

6. ProducerJI’s Blog: Jill is a producer for “Oprah” and has her own book blog. She offers all sorts of tips for reading, along with recommendations.

7. Reading Copy: This book blog is written by the staff at AbeBooks. Sections include interviews, podcasts, just released, and more.

8. Bookwire: Visit here for new titles, new authors, and the general scoop on the book industry. You can also get resources for libraries, agents, editors, and titles to watch.

9. Chronicle Books Blog: This is a forum for authors, the staff at Chronicle, and visitors to share thoughts on books and beyond. Categories include art and design, craft, recipes, and more.

10. Curled Up With A Good Book: Stop here for the latest in book reviews. Choose your category, including children’s books, or get reviews by authors or DVDs. 

Best Book Blog by a Publication

Because newspapers and websites also review and discuss books, check out these top book blogs. 

11. New York Times: In addition to the most recent in best sellers, you can also get tons of reviews here. Most popular entries include the future of reading, a mother’s memoir, and smart birds.

12. Publishers Weekly: Along with reviews, news, and bestseller lists, PW also has a variety of blogs. Choose from Beyond Her Book, Bologna By Day And Night, Genreville, and more.

13. Salon: This online publication covers books, as well as politics and opinion. Along with regularly updated reviews, you can also get a Must Read section and Literary Guide to the World.

14. The Millions: Another online publication, this one is mostly book reviews. You can also get features, columns, and essays.

15. The Boston Globe: If you live in the area, you can get info on author readings or join the community. Visitors can get news, reviews, and much more.

16. The Guardian: A United Kingdom based paper, they also have a section devoted to books. Most viewed entries were on “Juliet, Naked” and “The Year of the Flood.”

17. London Review of Books: Another U.K. based site, they also publish some of their reviews online. There is also a blog with even more book information.

18. Chicago Tribune: Choose from Chicago Subtext, Jacketcopy, Lit Life, and more on this site. They also have news and reviews on the homepage. 

Best Book Blog by an Individual

Writers, readers, and people just like you author these book blogs. 

19. Neil Gaiman: Neil is the author of books, comic books, and graphic novels that have been made into movies such as “Coraline.” Check out his blog for what he likes, what he is up to, and more.

20. Book-Blog: A mother of two manages her online universe from her subterranean lair. She has reviewed 450 books and counting and tells all on the blog.

21. Book Launch Cafe: Milette is a bibliophile with a passion for human interest stories. She also reviews books and has a Meet the Author section with many interviews.

22. Readers Read: Visit for a book blog, reviews, and other resources. There are also featured sections and a variety of blogs from crafting to writing.

23. Eye On Books: Since 1985, Bill Tompson has done more than 9,000 author interviews. Get reviews, interviews, and more from him.

24. National Book Critics Circle Blog: A non-profit company, members of the board maintain the blog. Entries focus on book reviews and awards.

25. Ghost Word: Frances posts ethereal thoughts on books and writing. Books scheduled to be reviewed include “A Freewheelin’ Time” and “The American Century.”

26. Omnivoracious: A popular Amazon blog, a variety of individuals contribute on everything book related. Topics include fantasy, literature, Read This!, and more.

27. Kristina’s Book Blog: She doesn’t mind giving or sharing opinions on a variety of books from audio to young adult. A highlight of this blog is the ability to choose from one to five star books to see what to read or avoid. 

Best Blogs for Business Book Lovers

Use these blogs to start, grow, or improve a business or career. 

28. The Wall Street Journal: Get reviews on tons of business books, along with fiction and nonfiction here. You can also get author interviews, recommendations, and more.

29. Voices – HarvardBusiness: Get all sorts of blogs for the business minded reader, including books. There are tons to choose from including Words at Work, The Near Futurist, and The Leading Edge.

30. 800 CEO Read: Get blog posts on business books here. A wide selection of categories include book reviews, management, start-ups, and more.

31. Petzold Book Blog: Charles was a contributing editor to “PC Magazine” and has authored related books. Check out his blog for lengthy entries on books, IT, and more. 

Best Blogs for Comic Book Lovers

These books with pictures can be enjoyed by adults and children alike. These comic book blogs are written by everyone from publishers to reviewers to readers. 

32. Comic Book Resources: Five different bloggers take on all aspects of comics including best of and the latest in news. Choose from Comics Should Be Good, Robot 6, CBR Live, Comic Book Idol, and Comic Blog Tatoo.

33. Marvel.com: Stop here to choose from comic, video games, or other blogs. Highlights include Cup of Blog by the editor of the comics, for artists, reader questions, and more.

34. Blog@Newsarama: Updated several times daily, you can get comic book news, previews, interviews, reviews, and commentary. The blog contains everything from Anime to Zenescope.

35. DC Universe: The Source: Another leading comic publisher, they actually let you preview their newest releases for free. There are also blogs for their affiliate publishers.

36. Comic Book Movies: This site is the place for breaking news about movies adapted from comic books and graphic novels. Get interviews, features, scoops, previews, and more here.

37. Wizard Universe Blogs: A leading magazine dedicated to comics, they also have a series of blogs. Choose from Fareplay, The Loudest Monkey, Feed Me A Kitten, and Kickin’ It Old School.

38. Chris’s Invincible Super Blog: Chris Simms blogs regularly and extensively on all sorts of comics. Stop by for humorous reviews, along with sneak peeks and more.

39. The Savage Critic(s): Brian Hibbs owns a shop in San Francisco. He and friends blog on reviews, retailing intelligence, and more.

40. Grovel: This blog contains the latest in graphic novel news and reviews. Latest entries include “Orbital 1” and “Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader?”

41. Dave’s Long Box: Dave is a blogger for ABC and uses his blog to review his comic collection. Read for interesting posts, or click on his new blog that goes beyond comics. 

Best Blog by an Insider for Every Kind of Book Lover

These blogs go behind the scenes to help you read, write, and even publish your own book. 

42. The Book Deal: Alan Rinzler gives a veteran insider’s take on the way books are published and the big changes going on in the business today. Categories include ask the editor, craft of writing, and how to get published.

43. 2020 Blog: This publisher gives his opinion on future visions of print, online, and all media formats not yet invented. Recent posts include eBooks, Amazon, and the book industry.

44. Publishing Insider: Carl Lennertz of HarperCollins blogs on books, music, movies, and life in general. Categories are full of useful insider tips and even pet peeves.

45. Pub Rants: Krisin is a literary agent who indulges in polite rants about queries, writers, and the publishing industry. Get a real life look at the life of an agent and more by reading.

46. Agent in the Middle: Lori Perkins is a leading literary agent with over 20 years of experience. Read her blog to share how and why she does the things she does.

47. Guide to Literary Agents: Get where and how to find the right agents to represent your work here. Get interviews with agents, writers, and more.

48. Litopia Writer’s Podcast: Choose from several shows for writers including Daily and After Dark, or listen to the all time best. There is also a writer’s colony and the option to appear on a show.

49. Literary Marketplace: Once finished, visit here to get a directory of publishers, agents, and more. Resources are available worldwide and there is even a new weekly subscription service. 

Best Podcasts for Every Kind of Book Lover

Give your reading glasses a break and check out these top podcasts for book lovers. 

50. The New York Review of Books: This publication tells its readers the latest in books, along with online resources. Check out the podcasts for interviews with authors and more.

51. Monkey See Blog: Linda Holmes of NPR hosts a weekly show called Culturetopia. Categories include books and comics, along with film and television.

52. Top Shelf: This is the place to find exclusive interviews and compelling discussions with today’s bestselling authors. The latest episode is an interview with bestselling writing team Charles Todd.

53. All About Books: A weekly book review and discussion program hosted by Otis Young and Charles Stephen is updated on Thursdays. Books reviewed mostly include artistic and self discovery novels.

54. The Beyond: Get talks with the hottest authors in science fiction and fantasy here. There are also roundtable discussions, dialogue on movies and television, along with questions from fans.

55. iFanBoy: Check out these comic book centered podcasts, along with discussion and a community. You can choose from Pick of the Week, Special Edition, or Video podcasts.

56. Romance Radio: Tune in for exciting new radio shows featuring the very best authors in romance. Recent episodes hosted Tracey O’Hara, Pamela Palmer, and Dixie Cash.

57. Library Love Fest: Join host Virginia Stanley for conversations with authors, librarians, editors, and other interesting personalities on all subjects of books. An upcoming episode will be on young adult literature and you can even call in. 

Best Specialty Podcasts for Every Kind of Book Lover

These podcasts are devoted to one book or author. 

58. Daily Audio Bible: Get the Bible in audio form through this podcast. You can also get forums, a prayer initiative, tools in Spanish, and even resources for kids.

59. MuggleCast: Stop here for all things Harry Potter. With 178 episodes and counting, make time for this podcast.

60. Imprint: This is the podcast for fans of the “Twilight” books and films. Highlights include interviews with the author and Fansite Fridays.

61. The Reduced Shakespeare Company: Stop here for a podcast for actors, as well as lovers of Shakespeare’s writing. You can download an episode, subscribe, or listen to them straight from your computer.

62. The Last Bite: Fans of the Sookie Stackhouse books and “True Blood” will enjoy this podcast. Hosts Maria, Pamela and Tamara discuss the latest news, reviews, opinions, and analysis. 

Best Sites to Sell Your Books

Every book lover has at least a few volumes sitting at home they can do without. Stop by these sites for the best in online book selling. 

63. Amazon Seller Community: Simply sign in to begin selling. You can also purchase, get tips for sales, and even a support blog.

64. Cash 4 Books: Just type in the ISBN from your books to get a free quote. They will then buy your books via check or Paypal and even pay for shipping.

65. eBay Books: A highlight of this site is the “neighborhoods” that contain hundreds of members in non-fiction, Stephen King, sci-fi, and more. Choose your category, or browse the hundreds of books currently for auction.

66. Craigslist: Sell just about anything locally or abroad using this site. Choose your city, or you can also sell to Canada, Asia, Europe, and more.

67. Bookins: Use this site to trade, not sell, your books or movies. You also get free postage for all outgoing shipments. 

Book Clubs for Every Kind of Book Lover

Need help on what to read next? Then join these book clubs online or in person. 

68. Oprah’s Book Club: One of the most famous book clubs, anyone can join. In addition to the book they are currently reading, there are also recommendations, the opportunity to share your own book club’s story, and even a radio station.

69. Reader’s Circle: Get local listings for book clubs and author appearances in major cities here. They even have author phone chats and a Literate Singles club.

70. Book Movement: This site was founded in 2001 to give book clubs a way to recommend books to each other on a national level. They currently serve over 19,000 book clubs, post recommendations, and even do book giveaways.

71. Barnes & Noble Book Clubs: Choose from a variety of clubs including classics, fantasy, gardening, and many others. You can also check out First Look or the newest blog.

72. AbeBooks Online Book Club: Stop here to discuss literature and interact with hundreds of other book lovers just like you. They are currently reading “The House of Mirth” by Edith Wharton and let you vote on the next book.

73. Book Clubs Resource: Get information on starting or maintaining a book club here. You can also find specialty or localized groups, as well as information on discount book clubs.

74. Book Club Girl: This blogger is dedicated to sharing book news and tips with other book club girls everywhere. She often receives and reviews books, and even has her own podcast and YouTube channel.

Best Communities for Every Kind of Book Lover

Know a good book to recommend? Have you written something of your own? Or do you just want to connect with other book lovers? Then join one or all of these top online book communities. 

75. WeRead: Check out this online social network just for book lovers. You can find others with the same interests, create your own author space, read from the online library, and much more.

76. PEN America: Join this community of top writers to advance literature, defend free expression, and foster literary fellowship. Non members can read the latest headlines or check out a blog.

77. 28 Day Reading Challenge: Join this community as they read one book each week for 28 days. You can get a Challenge Calendar to map your progress, post thoughts, and more.

78. Community – Where Booklovers Connect: Sign up to this community to get meet other book lovers in Canada. You can also join a group, get personalized recommendations, and more.

79. 5 Minutes for Books: This community joins up every Tuesday to discuss books via Mr. Linky. There is also a blog with book reviews and giveaways.

80. Comics Price Guide: Visit the forums to get all sorts of discussion boards on Marvel, DC, alternates, and more. You can also check out the classifieds to purchase or sell comics.

81. Geek 2 Geek: Single book lovers will enjoy this site for singles. You can create a free profile, browse existing members, or learn more about joining.

Best Deals for Book Lovers

Get books for dirt cheap, or even for free, on these best sites for book deal lovers. 

82. Gold Box: Amazon brings you a deal of the day utilizing its entire inventory. There are also hourly deals that go fast, and you can subscribe to get alerts.

83. Bargain Books: Another deal site by Amazon, you can find books for under $5, $10, or $20 dollars. Most books are listed at 60 percent off, and you can even choose your category.

84. eBooks: Visit this site to view the over 100,000 popular, professional, and academic books available. Cheaper to download than to buy, and many are available for free.

85. Chapters.indigo: Stop here for the Canadian version of Amazon. Check out the top 50, or see how to save 90 percent on select books.

86. Powell’s Books: This Portland based seller specializes in used and out of print books. You can also get interviews, essays, or sell your books to them.

87. Half Price Books: In addition to the savings promised in the name, you can also get free standard shipping on various gift cards. They also have a Facebook page and Twitter account.

88. Grand ComicBook Database: Stop here for a virtual Project Gutenberg of comic books. The database contains over 500,000 books and 2 million covers. 

Best Specialty Blogs for Every Kind of Book Lover

Have a look at the best of the rest in book reading, fun, information, and more. 

90. The Pulitzer Prizes: Get more information on the winners of this prestigious award in journalism and the arts by stopping here. They have details on everyone from the current winners to the originals dating back to 1917.

91. TwitterLit: At 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time, this Twitter user posts the first line of a book, without the author’s name or book title. A link is then posted to the corresponding book in Amazon and there are over 1,700 entries.

92. KidderLit: Similar to the above, this one posts the first lines of children’s books. There are also lines for young adults, and you can suggest your own.

93. Look At Book: For 36 weeks, these artists from Belfast and Brooklyn exchanged a sketchbook. Without any communication, other than the sketches, they completed it, and you can view it online.

94. BAFAB: Visit this site to learn more about Buy A Friend A Book week. Get recommendations and more on the site as well.

95. The Book Design Review: Joseph Sullivan reviews the jacket designs of books on his blog. Recent reviews are on “The F Word” and “The Gone Away World.”

96. Kindleville: If you own this reading device, this is the blog for you. Joe Wikert writes news, opinions, and speculations on the Kindle.

97. Used Books Blog: Got more love for reading than you do money in your pocket? Then check out this blog on strictly used books.

98. SF Signal: Get everything science fiction related here. Get blog entries on reviews, giveaways, and much more.

99. The Book Binge: These three women blog mostly on chick lit and romance. In addition to reviews, there is also a Giveaway Roundup.

100. ChristianBook.com: Get books for the Christian minded in a variety of categories from this site. They have regular specials, a Weekly Insider, and more. 

If new release day is the highlight of your week or your nightstand is crammed with volumes, prepare to take it all up a notch after visiting these 100 awesome blogs for every kind of book lover.

The citizens of the United States voted for change. And change is what they’re getting from President Barack Obama. President Obama promised to reform the education system and make it more accessible to everyone. Here are some of his proposed education reforms and policies. See if any of them will affect you or your family.

1. The Obama Plan – Obama is increasing the funding and support for two-year institutions. This provides more options for those seeking an alternative to more expensive universities, and also those seeking additional training for their jobs.
2. The President has created a tax credit intended to help millions of Americans pay for tuition. This $2500 credit can just about cover an academic year at a two-year institution.
3. The Pell Grant system is getting a nice overhaul. Obama has increased the Pell by $500 for this academic year and is raising the max Pell amount to $5,500 for next year, helping families with lower income send their child to college.
4. In addition to the Pell Grant program, Obama is making the Perkins Loan program more ideally suited for students. In his words, he is “working to modernize and expand the Perkins Loan program by changing a system where colleges are rewarded for raising tuition and instead rewarding them for making college more affordable.”
5. The President also hopes to enroll more Americans for at least one year of training at a college or university. In order to do so, he has invested $2.5 billion to identify and bolster initiatives that boost both enrollment and graduation rates.
6. Obama Remarks On Higher Education – The system of student loans is getting a money-saving overhaul. Obama is seeking to switch all Federal Family Education Loans to Direct Loans, which will cut banks out of the process and save taxpayers millions. 
7. Obama has also passed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to help out education in America. In addition to a number of other benefits, this act includes over $30 billion dollars to research and implement ways of making college more affordable and accessible.
8. U.S. Push for Free Online Courses – How much more affordable can you get than free? Obama is enacting a plan that would provide high schools and community colleges federal funds to create online classes that would cost the students absolutely nothing.
9. The unemployed may be able to have their cake and eat it, too. Obama is working with various states and colleges to enable the unemployed to pursue higher education and receive federal aid to do so, without having to give up their unemployment benefits.
10. Obama calls for higher education revamp in US – Finally, Obama is encouraging colleges and universities to work in tandem with local businesses. The idea is to make college training more relevant to future job needs, and to provide an education that have an immediate, practical benefit upon graduation.

Do any of the education reforms meet your needs? Will you or your family members benefit from some of these changes? Or are you still hoping for a bigger change?

Writing a thesis paper can be one of the hardest parts of your academic life. Make the task a little easier by utilizing these top 100 resources for thesis writers. They contain the best in sites, dictionaries, online books, references, and even paid help.

Basics of a Thesis

Visit these sites before getting started to get the definition, types, the basics, and more.

1. Dissertation: Also known as a thesis, Wikipedia has an extensive entry regarding both. You can even learn the different definitions by country.

2. What is a Thesis? : Even if you already know the answer, this site is worth a visit for its tips on what separates a good from a bad one. It also gives you a thesis equation, brainstorming tips, five tests, and more.

3. Secrets of Thesis Writing: Visit here for many tips on writing a thesis, including for academic, business, computer science, and other topics. You can also get help with ideas and writing.

4. Thesis Writing Arena: Visit here for answers to many common questions concerning your thesis. They include editing, software, writing, and more.

5. Budgeting Your Time to Complete a Research Paper: Dummies.com shows you how to prioritize when writing your thesis. You can also read related articles on the topic by clicking a link.

6. 101 Things Not to do at Your Thesis Defense: Written by graduate students who went through the process, read this often times humorous article to learn what not to do. You can also get more similar articles on the site.

7. Thesis Statement Creator: If you’re ready to give it a try, visit this site. Enter your topic, position, qualification, reason, put them all together, and get an instant thesis statement from this site.

8. Thesis Builder: Similar to the above, answer four simple questions to build a thesis. The homepage also has other educational resources.

Best Thesis Sites

These sites specialize in helping in every aspect of your thesis paper from beginning to end.

9. Sparrow Papers: This site gives tons of help in the form of useful articles for anyone working on a thesis. Highlights include The 15 Most Common Thesis Writing Mistakes, How to Write a Masters Thesis, and many more.

10. TadaFinallyFinsished: Visit this site for thesis and dissertation writing help. You can get help with getting started, staying motivated, choosing a topic, and much more.

11. Master’s Blog: MasterPapers is a writing service, but it also provides a useful blog. Recent entries give help with gathering data, proposals, and essay guides.

12. Thesis/Support Essays: Paradigm Online Writing Assistant provides many free articles for the thesis writer. They include subject, stating, supporting, and many others.

13. Thesis Builders: Tom March helps students write their thesis in a variety of ways. You can get interesting tools such as a Thesis Builder, Topic-O-Rama, the Causinator, and the TubePrompter.

14. Thesis and Dissertation Help: Type in the topic of your thesis to be connected with loads of help. You can also read the many useful articles or sign up for the free eCourse.

Best University Tools to Write Your Thesis

An option at many top universities, they often put out guides to help students better write their thesis. Get all the best in tips and tools for writing your thesis by checking out these sites.

15. How to Write a Thesis: Stop here for an extensive guide on your thesis from Columbia University. Three sections include thesis structure, crosscutting issues, editing your thesis, and contain many sub-sections.

16. Creating a Thesis Statement: Purdue University has many resources on the writing process, which is invaluable for your thesis. Get help with the outline, prewriting, introduction, proofreading, stasis theory, and more.

17. Developing a Thesis: Comparing a thesis to a lawyer’s opening argument, Harvard University offers this free guide. Get many helpful do’s and don’ts by stopping here.

18. How to Write a Thesis Statement: Indiana University explains what a thesis is, along with how to write a good one. Be sure to check out the “how to tell a strong thesis statement from a weak one” for more help.

19. Developing a Thesis: See your thesis through the eyes of both the writer and reader by visiting this guide by Cambridge Language Consultants. You can also get many other writing resources on their site.

20. Using Thesis Statements: The University of Toronto helps its students understand the most vital part of their dissertation. In addition to this article, you can also find help with thesis myths and general advice on essay writing.

21. Specifications for Thesis Preparation: Intended as a guide for the students at M.I.T., it is also a useful basis for all thesis writers. You can get tips for graduate and undergraduate thesis, formatting, style, and even a checklist.

22. The Senior Thesis: Written during the last part of their undergraduate education, the seniors at Princeton reflect on what a thesis entails in this short article. Get answers to common questions on this assignment.

Best Online Dictionaries

Check out these top free, online dictionaries to get expert answers on many complex and common terms.

23. The Free Dictionary: Go beyond normal dictionaries on this site. You can also get a medical, legal, and financial dictionary, as well as in multiple languages.

24. Merriam-Webster Online: Don’t leave your computer to look up a word in this leading dictionary by simply typing it in on their site. You can also get word games, crosswords, a spelling bee, downloads, and more.

25. Webster’s Online Dictionary: Type your word in, select English or non-English, and enter to get an expert answer. You can also get a quote and word of the day, word of the hour, and even word of the minute.

26. One Look Dictionary Search: With customizable searches, this dictionary is for you if you don’t quite know the word you are looking up. There is also a reverse dictionary with even more help.

27. Dictionary.com: With nearly a million searches a day, this site is worth a visit. Highlights include the option to play back your word as an audio file.

28. Your Dictionary: Similar to the above, this site also gives you translation sites for French, Spanish, Italian, German and hundreds of other languages. You can also get many other related tools, and you can even sign up for their free vocabulary builder.

Best Legal Online Dictionaries

Law students and others writing thesis papers involving this topic will enjoy these top legal dictionaries available at no charge.

29. Law.com Dictionary: Enter your legal term, search the definitions, or choose a letter at this leading site. The main site also contains news, job information, and a law catalog.

30. Law Dictionary: FindLaw is a website for legal professionals and provides this free dictionary. You can also get forms, information on law technology, marketing, resources for students, and more.

31. US Legal Definitions: U.S. Legal Forms, Inc. brings you this site full of legal definitions and a legal terms dictionary. Once you find what you are looking for, you can also get associated news and/or court cases.

32. Legal Dictionary: The main source of this site is “West’s Encyclopedia of American Law, Edition 2,” which contains over 4,000 entries. Type in your search, or view the numerous popular searches to give you ideas.

33. JURIST Legal Dictionaries: Part of Law.com, this is a dictionary of basic U.S. legal terminology focusing on legal procedure. You can also find other law related links on the homepage.

34. One-L Dictionary: Students who are just beginning to study law or those who need basic terminology will find this site useful. Harvard Law School provides it at no charge to help all of their first year students.

Best Medical Online Dictionaries

Whether you are including a specific disease or condition in your thesis or have a broad medical topic to discuss, these top medical dictionaries are sure to help.

35. MedicineNet: This medical dictionary provides expert answers to medical terminology. You can also get help with different diseases, procedures, tests, medications, and more.

36. Online Medical Dictionary: The experts at WebMD help you find definitions for various medical terms. Other search tools include symptoms, doctors, and a food-o-meter.

37. MedlinePlus: A service of the National Institute of Health, anyone can utilize this Google like search. If you are unsure of how to spell your medical term, enter the first few letters followed by an “*.”

38. Taber’s Medical Dictionary Online: This site features over 60,000 medical entries, with 1,000 images, and 30,000 audio pronunciations. You can also get nursing terms and the program on your mobile device.

39. MediLexicon: In addition to the dictionary, you can also get over 200,000 common medical abbreviations. Other resources include medical news, a drug search, information on equipment and instruments, and even a specialized ICD-9 search.

40. National Library of Medicine: Technically not a dictionary, if you know the term, you can get tons of information on it. Other useful tools include the library catalog, history of medicine, the latest research, and even an online journal.

Best Specialty Online Dictionaries

If you have a specific topic or area of interest, these online genre dictionaries are a great resource.

41. Foreign Word: Get a useful online dictionary and other translation tools on this site. Simply type in your word to translate into any language from Afrikaans to Yiddish.

42. Biographical Dictionary: Established in 1997, this site has gathered biographies on thousands of people from both the past and present. You can search, browse, see biographies by birthday, or even take the challenge.

43. Verdict Search: Ideal for legal searches, this site contains over 140,000 cases from across the nation. You can sign up for their services, do a free web trial, or read many of their useful articles at no charge.

44. FOLDOC: The Free Online Dictionary of Computing contains tons of terms on information technology. Type in your search, browse the contents, or get something random.

45. Urban Dictionary: Want to know the slang version of a word or to see if your terminology is correct? Then try this online dictionary with over four million definitions of modern and former word usage.

Best Online Thesauruses

Go beyond a mere definition, get rid of frequent word usage, and mix up your writing with these free, thesauruses.

46. Thinkmap: The visual thesaurus, you can get answers for your search as map. There is even a Behind the Dictionary feature where experts discuss language.

47. Wordsmyth: In addition to the thesaurus and dictionary, you can get many useful tools such as a Glossary Maker, Quiz Maker, and even a Beginner’s Dictionary. You can also download the free toolbar from the site.

48. FreeThesaurus.net: This simple search contains over 30,000 main entries with over two million synonyms. You can even add their free plug-in to Internet Explorer 7.

49. Phrase Finder: Get the meanings and origins of over 1,200 English sayings, phrases, and idioms from this UK based site. There is also a forum where you can ask a question or search through the answers.

50. Rhyme Zone: Want to add some rhythm to your thesis or know what the word sounds like? Then enter it into this thesaurus, which also features quotations, famous documents, Mother Goose, Shakespeare, and more.

51. Synonyms Thesaurus: Get antonyms and definitions along with synonyms from this site. It also has links to other helpful educational resources.

52. Roget’s Thesaurus 1911: Get the nearly hundred year old synonyms of your word by trying out this feature from the University of Chicago. You can also get other research tools on the site.

Best Online Encyclopedias to Help You Write Your Thesis

No need to travel to the library or even leave your home with these top encyclopedias.

53. Encyclopedia.com: Stop here first to search 49 encyclopedias and 73 combined dictionaries and thesauruses. You can also choose which particular encyclopedia to search, or browse their featured topics.

54. Encyclopedia Britannica: Although there is a paid membership option, visitors can still utilize this leading reference tool. You can browse by subject, or simply type in your search to get an expert answer.

55. Infoplease: Enter your search term and choose from almanac, encyclopedia, and others to get information. There is also a Fact Monster for kids and other related resources.

56. Encyclopedia Mythica: Visit here for a vast resource on mythology, folklore, and religion. Popular areas include Greek, Roman, Norse, Celtic, and Native American mythology.

57. Webopedia: Visit here if you are looking for computer and internet terms. Visitors can view the top fifteen terms, get pronunciation, and more.

58. New Advent: A Catholic encyclopedia, you can get tons of information on many religious related terms. They also have texts of many important church documents such as the Bible and “Summa Theologica.”

59. 1911 Encyclopedia Britannica: Want to know how your thesis topic was discussed in the past? Then try this online encyclopedia from 1911 as a search or by subject.

60. Encyclopedia of Life: Currently in the process of getting detailed information on all 1.8 million known species of life, this site is worth a look. Get it in different languages, search the database, or view the features.

61. World Book: Choose from the student, advanced, and other versions of this encyclopedia to find your answers. There is also a French and Spanish version.

62. World Book Kids: Intended for younger students, it can still provide simple and easy to understand definitions. The site also has other useful items for children.

Best Online Reference Tools

Use these sites to get the most out of your online research for just about any thesis topic.

63. Wikipedia: Always a good place to start, you can find information on just about any subject in many languages. At the bottom of each article are links to site sources if you are unsure about the content.

64. JSTOR: Students at participating institutions can access this site and browse the many publications available. You can also get the site in several different languages.

65. Biography: A leading show on the A & E network, you can find thousands of biographies online, free for the viewing. You can also view full episodes, get photo galleries, view the Bio’s Best collection, and more.

66. IngentaConnect: Stop here for tons of free academic searches. The site currently contains 4,547,834 articles, chapters, reports, and more for your thesis needs.

67. Intute: Anyone writing a thesis concerning the social sciences should pay this site a visit. It contains headings such as anthropology, business, government policy, statistics, and others.

68. Science Direct: If your thesis is science based, give this site a look for its over nine million articles. You can view by physical sciences and engineering, life sciences, health sciences, and social sciences.

69. The History Channel: Students of history will find many useful items to write their thesis with the help of this site. Choose from a variety of history related topics and shows, or view “this day in history” for more information.

70. Classical Archives: Writing a thesis on music or just need something uplifting to listen to? Then become a member of this site to get access to over 620,000 tracks, and there is even a free trial membership.

Best Online Libraries to Write Your Thesis

If your local library doesn’t have the material you need or the book you want is always checked out, stop by these top digital libraries to view thousands of books online at no charge.

71. Library of Congress: The leading library in the nation, the digital collections allow you to access various items. Choose from history, arts, historic newspapers, photos, and more.

72. Bartleby.com: Stop here for tons of classical and modern works, including reference books. Select from such books as the U.S. Factbook, the Holy Bible, Harvard Classics, and many others.

73. The WWW Virtual Library: In service since 1991, this site has amassed an impressive amount of publications free to view. Sub libraries include the arts, business, engineering, law, and more.

74. Google Books: Get actual copies of books available to view online for free at this site. Choose from non-fiction, classics, highly cited, and more.

75. Perseus Digital Library: A project at Tufts University, you can view many classic Greek and Latin texts online at no charge. Popular choices include Caesar, Cicero, Vergil, and Catullus.

76. Project Gutenberg: Since 1971 they have been trying to get as many texts available online as possible. Thirty years later, there are now over 100,000 pieces to choose from.

77. iBiblio: Sponsored by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, this site is similar to the above. You can browse through many different subjects, or check out the eBooks, journals, archives, and historic items.

78. Voice of the Shuttle: This project was started in 1994 by the University of California, Santa Barbara. Browse through their many works or sign up for an account.

Best Downloads to Help You Write Your Thesis

Get the most out of your browser or computer by checking out these free downloads to help with your thesis.

79. A LOT Dictionary Toolbar: Why bother constantly opening new tabs and windows when you can download this toolbar that works with your browser? It contains spell check, word of the day, help with writing software, and a dictionary.

80. WordMonkey Dictionary: This toolbar is for those who have iGoogle. The gadget contains the definition for millions of English words, phrases, and more.

81. NAR Dictionary: Use this free download as a dictionary or translation tool without having to type or paste a word. Available only for Windows.

82. Multilingual Translator: If you can stomach the ads, this free software might be for you. It can easily translate any sentence from and to numerous languages.

83. Read It Later: This Firefox add-on allows you to save your internet searches as one file to be read at your convenience. You can also send your saved searches to the computer or device of your choice.

84. gTranslate: Another add-on for Firefox, it translates selected text into a variety of languages using Google translator. It can even identify the language you are selecting from for a reverse translation.

85. Easy Translator: Another translation download, this one is for Mac users. It contains 41 languages for you to utilize in your research and thesis.

86. Bookpedia: This download lets you search Amazon, The Library of Congress, several international book sites, and numerous library and university servers for information about a book. It also helps students and thesis writers organize all of their books on one simple program.

Best Thesis Writing Software for Mac

Those with a Mac and some money will enjoy these writing and reference softwares to help in their thesis.

87. 2009 World Book: If you liked the site, you’ll love the software for its extended and update entries. It currently sells for $49.95 and has options for iPhone.

88. Inspiration 8: This software helps students plan, research, and complete such projects as a thesis paper. For $69.95 you can get features like diagram to outline, templates, integration of video, and more.

89. StoryMill: Manage your thesis writing process like never before for $49.95. Part processor and database, it is meant for novel writers but has many useful tools, such as word frequency tracker, for thesis writers.

90. Mind Habits: Thesis got you stressed? Then spend $19.95 on this software that helps you enjoy reduced stress, boosted self-confidence, and improved work performance.

Best Thesis Writing Software for PC

Intended for all sorts of personal computers, stop by the below to see if their software is right for your thesis.

91. Thesis/Dissertation Writer: Part of the Wizard of Words software for $75.00, it helps you create your thesis from start to finish. It allows you to select your style and generates useful things like title pages, a table of contents, and much more.

92. Styleease: A top choice for many academic papers, this software can also help for your thesis. It allows you to choose a style, and helps you create bibliographies and citations easily.

93. Thesistant: This free software is available as a download for Windows. It helps you generate bibliographies, organize references, and more.

Online Services to Help You Write Your Thesis

Still need help writing your thesis? Then check out these top consultants to learn more, get useful tips, or even a quote on help with your thesis.

94. Minimax Consulting: Visit here to get more information on their personalized and specialized services. You can also get a free complimentary dissertation tutorial as a pdf.

95. Thesis Blog: Learn more about their thesis writing services by checking out their website. You can also view samples, read useful blog entries, and even chat live with a representative.

96. WordsRU: This site offers dissertation help with all aspects of your paper and is as close as clicking on ‘detailed quote request’ and uploading your document. They also offer a variety of other writing services.

97. The Academic Editor: Visit here for help and a consultation on your thesis paper. You can get a free quote by calling and they also have a price guarantee.

98. EssayTown: This site will help your write your thesis statement with services starting at $49.99. You can also get free writing help in the form of articles and tips.

99. PhD-Dissertations: Since 1998, this site has helped master, doctoral, and post-graduate students construct a thesis or dissertation on a variety of topics. Prices for services are easy to find and there is much more information on the site.

100. Custom Thesis Writing Help: This company provides all kinds of thesis help such as thesis paper help, thesis statement help, and more. Prices start at $10 a page and include free revisions.

No matter if you are just starting out or about to send off that thesis paper. These top 100 thesis sites can help you with everything from brainstorming to editing to finalizing.

There is little argument that the most significant change in the way in which we teach and learn over the last decade has been education technology. Technology has revolutionized the way we teach and learn by making inroads in the field of education and assisting teachers and students alike. But there are a number of problems that arise when we integrate technology into the classroom and harness its power to assist the process of learning, especially when it comes to secondary education and K12 students.

The downside to rapidly advancing educational technology, is that it keeps changing in the blink of an eye; what’s relevant today is outdated tomorrow; and by the time we get up to speed and learn to understand one, we are bombarded with ten more programs or gadgets that are more sophisticated and advanced than the ones we are used to. Using technology in education is a task that needs to be researched and tested for viability before it is implemented. And once put into practice, it cannot be discontinued in order to accommodate a newer version or better program.

For one, it takes time for both teachers and students to get used the new system and way of doing things. And for another, it takes money and other valuable resources to invest in technology and implement the same. But when you don’t stay up to date, the students are at a disadvantage because they are not getting the most out of the technology that is available.

Another problem that we face in using technology in education is that most teachers are not in favor of changing their tried and tested methods to accommodate the new technology. Either they are reluctant to learn new things or they are scared to try the technology because they feel they may be inadequate at it. Children are remarkably sharp when it comes to learning how to use technology, so most teachers feel their authority slipping away from them when they are not used to the technology but the children are.

The only ways that technology can be efficiently used in a classroom are when the teachers are given enough training, when the technology is used effectively to enhance learning specific to a subject and improve general education skills, and when it is easily upgradable without the investment of too much time or money.

I recently came across a discussion on an education technology forum titled “Educational Technology – 7 Deadly Sins”. One of those sins caught my attention as I felt it was completely relevant in today’s world – teaching the tool instead of teaching literacy.

Most of us have jumped on the ICT in education (Information and Communication Technology) bandwagon and are proud of the same. There’s an innate feeling of accomplishment and of moving with and staying in step with the times. But are we really using technology in the most effective way? Are we extracting all that we can out of it for the good of learners around the world?

These questions can only be answered with ambiguous answers, because, as I said before, most of us are guilty of teaching the tool rather than teaching what’s supposed to be taught. Let me illustrate further with an example – when teaching a child to use the Internet to search for information, we would normally introduce them to search engines and get them to type the keywords they are looking for. Anyone with a little common sense can do this much. The hard part comes after this, when you need to analyze the millions of results the search engine throws up and get just the information you are looking for.

Going a step further, the search engines we have today are not intelligent; that is, they are not capable of thought the way human beings are. They are just machines that trawl the Internet at rapid speeds and bring back pages that contain the keywords you entered. Let’s say you entered a keyword that means two different things depending on its usage, like the word “stool”; it could mean either a low, three-legged piece of furniture or bodily excretion. You may be searching for the latter, but the search engines do not know that. They bring up pages with references to both, and if you don’t know anything about the subject you are searching for, well, you’re going to end up learning a whole lot of mixed and incorrect information.

It’s not enough to just teach children how to use technology in their quest for an education; what’s more important is that they learn intuitively how to maximize the use of this technology to develop their own skills, to further their talents, and to enhance the way their thought processes work. Only then can we say that technology has truly played its part in helping children gain a valuable education!