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SJPL invites you to support our vibrant local businesses.
SJPL Supports Small Businesses
Cafés at Our Libraries
Support local businesses by visiting the cozy cafés in our libraries. Enjoy a great cup of coffee while diving into your next favorite book!
Shop Local San José
Get out and explore eleven of San José’s interconnected shopping districts this season with Shop Local San José.
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Recommended Reads
Thinking about starting a business? These books can help get you started.
Recommended Reads
SJPL Works: Business Planning
Dreaming of starting a business, but need some help creating a business plan? Here are some titles to help get you started.
SJPL Works: Starting a Business Online
Check out these titles that can help you start your business online and build your brand.
Physical and digital titles
Business eResources
These resources can help you start your small business.
Gale Business: Entrepreneurship
Expand your knowledge of small businesses with this collection of articles from professional publications.
EBSCO Reference Center: Small Business
Full-text books from Nolo Press and others, sample legal forms and videos on starting a company, operations, sales, growing a business.
Gale Business: Plan Builder
Turn your small business idea into reality using this set of planning, management, and analytical tools.
Supporting Small Businesses
Elevate your business with SJPL Works, our career and business center at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library.
In addition to our titles and resources available for borrowing and access, we offer technology and productivity tools, collaborative spaces, and expert-led classes designed for entrepreneurs and small business success.