Librarian
Getting Research Help
Book an Appointment
Get lengthier and more specialized research help with our book an appointment service.
Visit our Research Help Desk
Visit the Research Help Desk on the main floor of the Library for help.
Attend a Workshop
Workshops are scheduled throughout the term.
Online Guides and Videos
How-to guides and videos on writing, research and citation
Quick Summary: Find Books
How to Find Books 
1. Use the Book Catalogue (library.torontomu.ca)
OR
2. Use Search Everything and refine your search results to Books
Result Page
More Information: 
Find Books (In depth Instructions)
Quick Summary: Using Keywords
1. Keywords are the most important words in your topic
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Is the petroleum industry contributing to climate change in Canada?
= petroleum industry + climate change + Canada
2. Also think of other words or phrases related to your topic (Synonyms).
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Climate change = global warming
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Petroleum = oil
*A concept map can help you come up with related terms to your topic
3. Search again and again using different keywords!
4. Use the limiters available like “Peer Reviewed” or “Date Range”
More Information:
Advanced Search (Boolean) Tips