From the library's home page, click on Databases. Under Subject List click on Magazine and Newspaper Articles. Choose ProQuest. If you're outside the library, you'll need to enter your library card number. The first thing you'll see is a search box. You'll get a list of results back. Click on the link for each to see the whole article. You can print, email, or save your article. Stuck? Read the other tips or ask a librarian. There are many other magazine and newspaper databases that the library subscribes to, they are all searchable in a similar way.
What magazines are available in online databases with the full text of the articles available?
From the library's home page, click on Databases. At the bottom of the screen, there is a search box. Search for the title of the magazine you want. You can browse by clicking on Full-Text Magazines & Journals In KCLS Databases.
What magazines and newspapers does KCLS have in paper format?
Search for the title of the magazine or newspaper you want in the catalog, making sure that what you find has a call number starting with PER. The full record will tell you what libraries have it and how many years of back issues they keep.
How can I find a magazine or newspaper on a certain topic, for a certain age group, or in a certain language?
Our Browse Magazines page has links to magazines and newspapers the library has on many topics, for children, teens, and in different languages. The Press Display database has newspapers in many languages.
Can I check out magazines and newspapers?
You can't check out newspapers or the newest issue of a magazine (though you can make copies), but you can check out magazine back issues for 1 week, and place them on hold.
How can I get better results when I search for an article?
Try limiting your search by the date range you want, limiting to peer-reviewed articles, sorting your search results, or trying suggested search terms. Try the advanced search options. You can also ask for help from a librarian. Make sure your results are from a source you trust. Be aware that some publications may be biased one way or another. You may want more than one point of view on controversial topics.
Where can I find articles from the Seattle Times?
The Press Display database offers full text of the Sunday paper for the past 60 days. Seattle Times articles are no longer offered through ProQuest, so the library does not currently have any weekday digital back issues of the paper. The physical copies are held for up to 3 months and microfilmed back issues are available at many larger libraries. Some current articles are available for no charge on the newspaper's web site.
What about magazine articles on the web?
Many newspapers and magazines offer current articles for free on their web pages, and some offer articles from older issues as well. Others may charge to look at or print articles. There are some excellent free online collections of historic newspapers. Ask a librarian for more information.
How do I cite a magazine article for my bibliography?
Most of the databases will automatically format a citation for you on the article itself. If not, MLA is the most common format:
Author of article. "Title of article." Title of magazine/newspaper. Date of publication: Page number(s) of article.
More information and citation styles are available on the library's bibliography help page.
Can I get articles from other libraries?
Fill in the Interlibrary Loan: Journal/Magazine & Newspaper Request form It may take several weeks to get the article to you.
I can't find what I need!
Ask a librarian for help, in person, on the phone or online. Staff are familiar with what resources are available and how to get your answer quickly.
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