Getting Started

Yes. You will need an Internet connection to your computer or any device that accesses the Internet. After you select one of the resources, you may be prompted to login.

In a public library or school: you do NOT need to login.

At home or any other Maine location with an Internet connection: 2 choices, based on your local library.

1. Login using your last name and library barcode ONLY if it is from one of the Minerva libraries, URSUS libraries or from Portland Public Library. [Fig. A below - Use TOP login box!]
   Note: New Minerva or URSUS library barcodes are ONLY added to MARVEL once a month. You may need to create an username and password (see #3) until your barcode is in the system.
2. The other option is to login with your own username and password.(Fig. B below - BOTTOM login box!) You can create an online login by selecting "Register here" on the bottom half of the login screen. See #3 for help registering.

MARVEL! Login, Figure A & B

Choose "Register here" and complete the form. To offer Maine residents home access to MARVEL! resources, vendor licensing agreements require identifying information. This information is NOT provided to any third parties. You will be asked for your first and last name, zip code, email, telephone number, and your type of library affiliation. Company name is optional. Be sure "State" is spelled out as Maine.

Username and password: Use your email address for ease of remembering or a username you prefer. Choose a password of 6 characters (either with letters and/or numbers) for your MARVEL! password or use the randomly generated one offered you.

Confirmation email: You will receive an email message with your username and password. This comes automatically with the subject heading of "MARVEL! New Registration".

Password Retrieval/Edit My Account: If you lose or forget your password, chose "Forgot your password?". You may change your personal information under "Edit My Account" once you are logged in.

Any Problems or Questions? Please see your public or school librarian for help or read the Frequently Asked Questions on the MARVEL! web site.

Under the licensing agreements with MARVEL! vendors, access to this resource can be provided only within the State of Maine. Most states have similar online resources so check with your local library when you return to your home state.

MARVEL! is restricted to use within Maine only; however, your college, university or school will probably have similar collections of online resources to help you. Please visit the library where you study.