Have a question? Need help with research or finding reliable information? Our NJ State Library’s (NJSL) Ask a Librarian page is here to assist you.
Whether you’re exploring state resources, diving into historical archives, or simply looking for guidance on your next research project, our team of expert librarians is ready to help.
Reference Desk
NJSL offers a comprehensive suite of many resources to support your research needs.
Librarians will respond to emailed requests within two working days.
- Start your research here.
- Ask a Reference Question
- Email: refdesk@njstatelib.org
- Phone: 609-278-2640 ext. 103
Interlibrary Loan (ILLiad)
For State Employees and Thomas Edison State University (TESU)
NJSL offers a variety of resources to assist users in accessing and requesting items from its collections.
Librarians will respond to emailed requests within two working days.
ILL Supervisor:
- Email: lending@njstatelib.org
- Phone: 609-278-2640 ext. 171
By utilizing tools such as the Library Catalog, databases, NJSL Discovery, NJSL Digital Collections, and Electronic Journals, patrons can efficiently locate and request materials to support their research and informational needs.
Law Library
Libraries are vital community hubs, offering knowledge and lifelong learning through their collections, services, and partnerships.
Our goal is to strengthen this foundation, empowering libraries to enhance New Jersey’s well-being and regional resilience.
Librarians will respond to emailed requests within two working days.
- Our Legal Research Help Overview page.
- Ask a Law Reference Question
- Email: reflaw@njstatelib.org
- Phone: 609-278-2640 ext. 102
Talking Book and Braille Center (TBBC)
We support New Jersey residents of all ages who have difficulty reading standard print or holding a book due to a visual impairment, physical limitation, or reading disability.
TBBC provides a wide range of accessible materials to eligible New Jersey residents, as well as to institutions and libraries that serve them. Supported with funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
Librarians will respond to emailed requests within two working days.
- Email: tbbc@njstatelib.org
- Phone: 800-792-8322 ext. 0
- Llame gratis al 800-792-8322 ext. 822; o envíe un correo electrónico a tbbcspanish@njstatelib.org.
Adult Services at TBBC
- Email: tbbc@njstatelib.org
- Phone: 800-792-8322 (hold the line to speak with a reader’s advisor)
Children and Teen Services at TBBC
- Email: tbbcyouth@njstatelib.org
- Phone: 800-792-8322 ext 823
Tutorials and Webinars
NJSL offers a series of online tutorials and archived webinars on frequently asked topics. You will also find helpful information in our Research Guides.
Other Assistance
See our Research Library: Services For page for more information. The Research Library provides services to State government, Thomas Edison State University (TESU), libraries, and the public. Interlibrary Loan (ILL) information is available within each section for the specific audience.