Entertainment

Looking for your next great read, a free movie, an audiobook, or educational activities for children? Explore these websites to discover books, entertainment, and learning opportunities online.

 

Many of these resources are free to use, while others may offer optional paid memberships or premium features.

 

Links to external websites are provided as a public service. Inclusion on this page does not constitute endorsement by Whelden Memorial Library.

Reading

  • BookBub
    Find free or discounted eBooks, along with recommendations tailored to your reading preferences.

  • Cozy Mystery List
    A guide to cozy mystery books, movies, and TV series.

  • Fantastic Fiction
    Search and browse the complete works of over 50,000 bestselling fiction authors, with all the latest books and series listed in order.

  • Goodreads
    Discover and track books you want to read. Join a global community of book lovers.

  • Hawes Publications
    View New York Times Adult Hardcover Best Seller Listings dating back to 1931.

  • Internet Archive Books
    Access millions of free books and texts, including scanned works and lending options for modern titles.

  • LibraryThing
    A free, library-quality catalog to track reading progress or organize your personal library.

  • Librivox
    Free audiobooks of public domain works, read by volunteers worldwide.

  • ManyBooks
    Browse and download free eBooks across various genres.

  • Open Library
    A project of the Internet Archive, providing access to millions of books, including digital borrowing options.

  • Project Gutenberg
    Over 60,000 free eBooks, including classic and public domain works.

  • Read Print
    Free online library offering thousands of classic books for students, teachers, and literature enthusiasts.

  • Wattpad
    A free platform for reading and publishing original stories.

  • What Should I Read Next
    Enter a book you like, and the site will recommend your next great read based on real reader preferences.

  • Standard Ebooks
    Free, high-quality, carefully formatted public domain eBooks.

  • ManyBooks
    Free eBooks available in a variety of genres, downloadable in multiple formats.

  • Google Books Free Collection
    Search and access a vast collection of free public domain books.

Viewing

  • Crackle
    Free streaming platform with movies, TV series, and original content.

  • Decider
    Get recommendations based on mood, genre, and streaming platform.

  • DVD Release Dates
    Month-by-month listing of everything coming to DVD and Blu-Ray.

  • Flixable
    Browse a full list of movies and TV shows available on Netflix and other streaming services.

  • Internet Movie Database (IMDb)
    The world’s most popular source for movie, TV, and celebrity content, including ratings and reviews.

  • Just Watch
    Find out where to stream movies and TV shows across all major platforms.

  • Letterboxd
    A social platform for movie lovers to track their watched films, create lists, and discover new recommendations.

  • Metacritic
    Aggregates reviews from critics and users to provide a weighted score for movies, TV shows, and more.

  • PopcornFlix
    Free streaming service offering a selection of movies and TV shows.

  • Reelgood
    A streaming guide that lets you track and discover content across multiple services.

  • Rotten Tomatoes
    Find movie and TV reviews, scores, and recommendations from critics and audiences.

  • Taste
    Take a quick survey on movie preferences and receive personalized viewing recommendations.

  • TV Time
    Track TV shows and movies you’ve watched and receive recommendations based on your viewing habits.

  • Tubi
    Free streaming service offering thousands of movies and TV shows without a subscription.

  • Kanopy
    Free movies and documentaries available through participating libraries and universities.

  • Pluto TV
    A free streaming service offering live TV and on-demand movies and shows.

  • Peacock Free
    A selection of free TV shows, movies, and news available with ads.

Listening

Streaming Services

  • AccuRadio
    Free, customizable internet radio with hundreds of curated channels.

  • LiveXLive (formerly Slacker Radio)
    Offers live music streams, artist stations, and curated playlists for free.

  • Pandora
    Personalized internet radio that helps you discover new music based on your preferences.

  • TuneIn
    Free streaming radio with thousands of stations worldwide.

  • Mixcloud
    A platform for discovering DJ mixes, podcasts, and radio shows.

  • Bandcamp
    A platform for discovering and supporting independent musicians, with free music available.

  • Free Music Archive (FMA)
    A library of free, legal music downloads from independent artists.

Podcasts

  • Podcast Addict
    A free app for discovering, listening to, and organizing podcasts on Android.

  • Pocket Casts
    A podcast app with robust features for finding, organizing, and listening.

  • Stitcher
    A popular podcast app with curated lists and recommendations for listeners.

Music Discovery & Tracking

  • AllMusic
    A comprehensive resource for learning more about albums, bands, musicians, and songs.

  • Bands in Town
    Find tour dates, live music events, and live streams for your favorite artists.

  • Discogs
    A music database featuring rare and lesser-known tracks for collectors and enthusiasts.

  • Last.fm
    Tracks your listening habits and provides personalized music recommendations.

  • Music Map
    Enter an artist’s name to generate a map of similar musicians and bands.

  • SetlistFM
    Find setlists from concerts and music venues worldwide.

  • Songkick
    Tracks your favorite artists and notifies you about concerts near you.

  • SoundCloud
    Discover new music, share playlists, and connect with independent artists.

  • 8tracks
    User-curated playlists across various genres, moods, and activities.


For Kids

  • Twisty Noodle
    Free customizable printable coloring pages, worksheets, and mini books to spark kids’ creativity.

  • Storyline Online
    Celebrities read children’s books aloud, accompanied by engaging illustrations.

  • PBS Kids
    Free games, videos, and educational activities featuring popular PBS characters.

  • Highlights Kids
    Fun and educational games, jokes, activities, and videos from the creators of Highlights magazine.

  • Starfall
    Free interactive games and activities to help kids learn to read and develop math skills.

  • National Geographic Kids
    Videos, games, and articles that teach kids about animals, nature, and the world.

  • The Kid Should See This
    A collection of smart, educational videos curated for curious minds of all ages.

  • Epic! Free for Educators
    A digital library with thousands of books, videos, and audiobooks for kids. Free for educators and sometimes available for limited use for families.

  • Oxford Owl
    Free eBooks, educational games, and activities to support literacy and math learning.

  • Smithsonian Learning Lab
    Interactive resources, activities, and collections from the Smithsonian Institution.

  • Funbrain
    Free educational games, books, and videos for kids in grades Pre-K through 8.

  • Khan Academy Kids
    Free, interactive educational activities for early learners.

  • BBC Bitesize
    Educational resources and interactive activities for a variety of subjects.

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