Rewards
10 books: Friend of the Library
Pick one of 2 rewards.
Scholarly PendantItem level 23- +3 Stamina
- +2 Spirit
Erudite's AmuletItem level 23- +3 Stamina
- +2 Agility
20 books in total: Greater Friend of the Library
Pick one of 2 rewards; the quest needs level 20. The count is cumulative: the 10 you already handed in count toward it.
Field Researcher's LoopItem level 35- +7 Stamina
- +7 Agility
Philanthropist's RingItem level 35- +5 Intellect
- Equip: Increases the damage and healing of all spells and magic effects by up to 10.
25 books in total: Greater Friend of the Library
Reward items not yet listed. The count is cumulative: the 20 you already handed in count toward it.
How to earn the rewards
Book first, quest second: the librarian only offers the turn-in quest while a book is in your bags.
Find a book
Books are pick-up objects at fixed spots in the world, such as shelves, scroll piles and tomes on desks. Monsters don't drop them.
Below, every book is listed by zone with its spot and coordinates; the first set of 14 is all in low-level zones.
Hand it to a librarian
Each book has its own turn-in quest, and each faction has a librarian. Coordinates are on the city map:
Garion WendellStormwindMage Quarter(48.8, 86.6)
Owen ThaddThe Undercitymana area(73.4, 33.0)Claim rewards at 10, 20, 25 books
You can hand books in one at a time; no need to collect them all first.
After book 10, the quest Friend of the Library appears; complete it to pick one of 2 rewards.
After book 20, the quest Greater Friend of the Library appears; complete it to pick one of 2 rewards (the quest needs level 20).
After book 25, the quest Greater Friend of the Library appears; its reward items are not yet listed.
Where the books are 29 books
The maps cover 29 books: 14 in the first set and 15 in higher-level zones. A book with two spawn points counts once.
Click a map to open our world map; "View on map" under a book jumps straight to it.
My book collection
Found 0 / 36 typesMark books as you find them. Multiple locations for the same book count once. Progress is saved in this browser.
Eastern Kingdoms
Elwynn ForestLevel 3–10Alliance

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Archmage Theocritus' Research JournalLibrary Books(65.4, 70.1) Show on the map
Research notes from the Tower of Azora. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Tirisfal GladesLevel 5–10Horde

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The Apothecary's Metaphysical PrimerA pharmacist's club book(59.5, 52.3) Show on the map
Elementary notes on arcane theory and spell research, compiled by Archmage Rotwick of the Royal Apothecary Society. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Loch ModanLevel 10–18Alliance


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Rumi of Gnomeregan: The Collected WorksGnomes(35.6, 48.9) Show on the map
The writings of a notable Gnome mage. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Runes of the Sorcerer-KingsScrolls(77.5, 14.0) Show on the map
A relic of the mighty ogre empires of Draenor. A fine addition to any library's collection.
WestfallLevel 11–18Alliance

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Bewitchments and GlamoursSpellbook(45.4, 70.4) Show on the map
Spells for manipulation and deception. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Silverpine ForestLevel 11–18Horde


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The Dalaran Digest, Vol. 23dalaran digest(63.5, 63.1) Show on the map
Arcane research of the Kirin Tor. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Ataeric: On Arcane CuriositiesArcane Secrets(43.4, 41.2) Show on the map
The writings of a notable Kirin Tor archmage. A fine addition to any library's collection.
WetlandsLevel 20–28Contested

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Goaz ScrollsExcavation Site: Wetlands · Scrolls(33.6, 47.9) Show on the map
Written in lost Titan script, but nevertheless a fine addition to any library's collection.
IronforgeAlliance

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Archmage Antonidas: The Unabridged AutobiographyLibrary Books(75.6, 10.6) Show on the map
Also spawns in Elwynn Forest (65.4, 70.1). Both spots hold the same book, so it only counts once.
Somewhat self-indulgent, but nevertheless a fine addition to any library's collection.
Kalimdor
The BarrensLevel 11–22Horde



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Baxtan: On Destructive MagicsThe Merchant Coast · Goblin Magic Book(62.7, 36.3) Show on the map
The writings of a notable Goblin mage. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Secrets of the DreamersScrolls(49.3, 32.9) Show on the map
Observations and insights on the Emerald Dream. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Arcanic Systems Manualmanual(56.3, 8.8) Show on the map
Poorly-organized troubleshooting tips for goblin technology. A fine addition to any library's collection.
DarkshoreLevel 11–20Alliance

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Nar'thalas Almanac, Vol. 74Scrolls(59.6, 22.2) Show on the map
Arcane research of the ancient quel'dorei. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Stonetalon MountainsLevel 16–26Contested

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The EarthfuryGreatwood Vale · Scrolls(74.4, 85.7) Show on the map
Closely guarded shamanistic secrets of the Grimtotem clan. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Reaching 20: 8 more books
The first 14 books fall short of 20. These are in higher-level zones, where the roads and camps hold tougher monsters.
Alterac MountainsLevel 24–38Contested

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Defensive Magics 101Sofera's Naze · manual(48.5, 57.7) Show on the map
An introductory guide to defensive magic and barriers. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Thousand NeedlesLevel 25–34Contested

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Geomancy: The Stone-Cold TruthFreewind Post · Scrolls(34.5, 40.1) Show on the map
Theories on the origin and usage of elemental magic. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Arathi HighlandsLevel 30–38Contested

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A Web of Lies: Debunking Myths and LegendsScrolls(73.6, 65.2) Show on the map
An incomplete thesis claiming spiders are harmless, but nevertheless a fine addition to any library's collection.
DesolaceLevel 31–40Contested

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Demons and YouKormek's Hut · Mysterious books.(55.1, 26.2) Show on the map
A strange text defending demons, yet nevertheless a fine addition to any library's collection.
Stranglethorn ValeLevel 32–44Contested

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Basilisks: Should Petrification be Feared?The Crystal Shore · Research Notes(41.5, 50.9) Show on the map
Attempted research on the use of basilisk parts as reagents. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Dustwallow MarshLevel 35–42Contested

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RwlRwlRwlRwl!Dreadmurk Shore · waterlogged book(57.2, 20.8) Show on the map
The strange passages are faint but somewhat readable despite water damage. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Swamp of SorrowsLevel 35–44Contested

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A Luddite's Guide to Caring for Your Demonic PetBooks(61.5, 22.5) Show on the map
Also spawns in Winterspring (60.7, 37.7). Both spots hold the same book, so it only counts once.
Contains useful tips for keeping pet imps out of your reagents. A fine addition to any library's collection.
BadlandsLevel 36–42Contested

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Mummies: A Guide to the Unsavory UndeadScrolls(56.7, 39.9) Show on the map
Tales frightening enough to scare even the most hardy of warriors. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Reaching 25: 7 books to choose from
you need 25 books; pick whichever of these fit your route.
FeralasLevel 41–48Contested

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The Liminal and the ArcaneThe Twin Colossals · Books(50.6, 15.7) Show on the map
The words swim on the page, defying attempts to read them. A puzzling addition to any library's collection.
The HinterlandsLevel 41–46Contested

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Venomous JourneysBooks(36.0, 72.8) Show on the map
Notes on the mind-altering properties of various toxins and venoms. A fine addition to any library's collection.
TanarisLevel 42–50Contested

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Legends of the TidesagesBooks(72.6, 47.8) Show on the map
Covered in illegible notes and diagrams scrawled by an unsteady hand. It could still be a decent addition to any library's collection.
Searing GorgeLevel 43–48Contested

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A Mind of MetalBooks(37.8, 49.5) Show on the map
Dwarven techniques for applying magic to metallurgy, strip-mining and heavy industry. An informative, if bleak, addition to any library's collection.
AzsharaLevel 46–54Contested

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Everyday EtiquetteForlorn Ridge · Books(20.8, 62.0) Show on the map
A guide to the role of elementary magic in polite Highborne society. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Blasted LandsLevel 46–54Contested

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Conjurer's CodexBooks(55.4, 32.3) Show on the map
A pre-war collection of spells and arcane theories that have largely fallen out of modern use. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Burning SteppesLevel 51–56Contested

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Stonewrought DesignBooks(29.1, 28.9) Show on the map
Sturdy architectural techniques capable of withstanding all but the most cataclysmic disasters. A fine addition to any library's collection.
Level 60 books
| Book | Containers | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Books | Eastern Plaguelands, New Avalon(71.9, 48.3) | |
| Books | Eastern Plaguelands(47.4, 42.2) | |
| Books | Eastern Plaguelands, Plaguewood(26.4, 15.1) | |
| Books | Winterspring, Ice Thistle Hills(60.7, 37.7) | |
| Books | Western Plaguelands, Ruins of Andorhal(38.2, 54.6) | |
| Books | Western Plaguelands, Darrowmere Lake(69.2, 72.3) | |
| Books | Felwood(65.2, 3.3) |
2 book(s) with no known spot
The Lessons of Ta'zoThe book is in the client, but its spawn point in Forever hasn't been found yet.
Magma or lava?The book is in the client, but its spawn point in Forever hasn't been found yet.
More tools for your Forever character
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World Map↗Books, quests and dungeon entrances for every zone, all on one map.
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Talent Calculator↗Forever talent trees for all nine classes; save a build and share it as a link.
Spellbook↗Every spell each class learns from level 1 to 60, in level order.