Tasks vary at SimpleTense, yet most essays involve at least some academic research. This section aims to help you find reputable resources so that essays shine, and you save time!

• Find peer-reviewed literature on the topic using key words in Google Scholar. If the full article is not available, you can use Sci-Hub or Library Genesis. Just copy the Digital Object Identifier (DOI) number and paste in the search bar for these sites. If you do not know what a DOI is, this how-to guide can help.
• Sometimes news articles from well-known outlets such as The New York Times are paywalled. For such scenarios, Ninja Browse can help you gain access.
• For primary texts, films, and classic literature, try Internet Archive or Project Gutenberg.
• eBooks can be elusive on the net, but the first place to look is Google Books. Partial copies are often available as a preview, and this may be sufficient to cite a few pithy quotes or key points. Sometimes, full-length PDF copies of books are online. Just type the title in to the browser and add the letters “PDF.”
• If those options are not fruitful, many eBook sites available online such as ZLibrary, PDF Drive, Many Books, and OverDrive can be helpful.
• Films can be tricky, but YouTube and Vimeo may host full-length films.

Clients usually provide links and copies of the class materials needed. Sometimes an order may explicitly ask for you to rent a textbook or film online. In this case, please do so; remember to take a screenshot of your receipt and send it over to the admins to be reimbursed.

If you ever struggle to find specific resources, do not hesitate to reach out the admins for support as we can find solutions together.