Library books in WoW Forever
Hand in 10 different books to a librarian for a necklace, and 20 for a ring. The first set is 16 books between levels 5 and 30, so the ring needs at least four from the higher zones further down. 20 books are placed here, each looted from a bookshelf, tome or pile of scrolls in the world, never from a mob.
Rewards
Neither choice has a level requirement. The first 10 books count toward the ring, so the total is 20, not 30. Both necklaces show up in the level 20 best in slot lists.
Turning them in
- Loot a book first. The librarian only offers the quest while you carry one, and any class can take it.
- Hand it in to your faction's librarian. Each book is its own quest and pays a Comprehension Charm, so you can turn them in one at a time.
- The tenth book unlocks Friend of the Library (quest 78150, present in the Forever client) and its necklace. Keep going to 20 for the ring.
| Librarian | Where | Faction |
|---|---|---|
| Garion Wendell | Mage Quarter, Stormwind City (37.6, 80.8) | Alliance |
| Owen Thadd | Magic Quarter, Undercity (73.4, 33) | Horde |
The first 16 books
Eastern Kingdoms
Elwynn Forest
Level 5–10Alliance
- Archmage Theocritus' Research Journal
In Library Book at Tower of Azora, 65.4, 70.1 on the map
"Research notes from the Tower of Azora."
Ironforge
Alliance- Archmage Antonidas: The Unabridged Autobiography
In Library Book, 75.7, 10.5
"Somewhat self-indulgent, but nevertheless a fine addition to any library's collection."
Westfall
Level 9–18Alliance
- Bewitchments and Glamours
In Spellbook at Moonbrook, 45.4, 70.4 on the map
"Spells for manipulation and deception."
- Rumi of Gnomeregan: The Collected Works
In Gnomish Tome at Sentinel Hill, 52.7, 53.8 on the map
Placed in both Westfall and Loch Modan. Either copy is the same book and counts once.
"The writings of a notable Gnome mage."
Duskwood
Level 19–30Contested
- Crimes Against Anatomy
In Spellbook at The Darkened Bank, 16.6, 28.5 on the map
"Written by Doctor Krastinov."
Loch Modan
Level 10–18Alliance
- Runes of the Sorcerer-Kings
In Scrolls at Mo'grosh Stronghold, 77.4, 14.0 on the map
"A relic of the mighty ogre empires of Draenor."
- Rumi of Gnomeregan: The Collected Works
In Gnomish Tome at Thelsamar, 35.6, 48.9 on the map
Placed in both Westfall and Loch Modan. Either copy is the same book and counts once.
"The writings of a notable Gnome mage."
Wetlands
Level 20–30Contested
- Goaz Scrolls
In Scrolls at Whelgar's Excavation Site, 33.6, 47.9 on the map
"Written in lost Titan script, but nevertheless a fine addition to any library's collection."
Silverpine Forest
Level 10–20Horde
- The Dalaran Digest, Vol. 23
In Dalaran Digest at Ambermill, 63.5, 63.1 on the map
"Arcane research of the Kirin Tor."
- Ataeric: On Arcane Curiosities
In Arcane Secrets at The Sepulcher, 43.4, 41.2 on the map
Its Season of Discovery spot. Beta players have not found it there yet, downstairs near Sebastian Meloche included.
"The writings of a notable Kirin Tor archmage."
Tirisfal Glades
Level 5–12Horde
- The Apothecary's Metaphysical Primer
In Apothecary Society Primer at Brill, 59.4, 52.3 on the map
"Elementary notes on arcane theory and spell research, compiled by Archmage Rotwick of the Royal Apothecary Society."
Kalimdor
Darkshore
Level 11–19Alliance
- Nar'thalas Almanac, Vol. 74
In Scrolls at Ruins of Mathystra, 59.6, 22.2 on the map
"Arcane research of the ancient quel'dorei."
The Barrens
Level 10–25Horde
- Arcanic Systems Manual
In Manual at The Sludge Fen, 56.3, 8.8 on the map
"Poorly-organized troubleshooting tips for goblin technology."
- Baxtan: On Destructive Magics
In Goblin Tome at Ratchet, 62.7, 36.3 on the map
"The writings of a notable Goblin mage."
- Secrets of the Dreamers
Cave entrance: The Barrens, 46.0, 36.5 on the map
In a cave: enter at Lushwater Oasis (46.0, 36.5), head for the Cavern of Mists by the Wailing Caverns entrance, and look for Scrolls at 52.8, 54.7 on the cave map. Reported by a player on 22 September 2026.
"Observations and insights on the Emerald Dream."
Stonetalon Mountains
Level 15–25Contested
- Fury of the Land
In Scrolls at Grimtotem Post, 74.4, 85.7 on the map
"Closely guarded shamanistic secrets of the Grimtotem clan."
Orgrimmar
Horde
- The Lessons of Ta'zo
On Ta'zo Mural, 38.7, 78.4 on the map
Its Season of Discovery spot, not yet confirmed in the Forever beta.
"A tracing of etchings written by a great Troll mage."
Four more for the ring
These sit in higher-level zones, some inside hostile camps. Pick the ones on your route; any four of them take you from 16 to 20.
Stranglethorn Vale
Level 30–44Contested
- Basilisks: Should Petrification be Feared?
In Research Notes at Crystalvein Mine, 41.4, 50.9 on the map
On a wooden platform to the right of the mine entrance. You never have to go inside.
"Attempted research on the use of basilisk parts as reagents."
Thousand Needles
Level 24–35Contested
- Geomancy: The Stone-Cold Truth
In Scrolls at Darkcloud Pinnacle, 34.4, 40.1 on the map
The path up the pinnacle starts at 31.0, 37.0. The scrolls are in the largest hut.
"Theories on the origin and usage of elemental magic."
Alterac Mountains
Level 27–39Contested
- Defensive Magics 101
In Manual at Gallows' Corner, 48.4, 57.6 on the map
Inside the first tower of the ogre fortress, whether you come from Tarren Mill or Strahnbrad.
"An introductory guide to defensive magic and barriers."
Dustwallow Marsh
Level 36–43Contested
- RwlRwlRwlRwl!
In Waterlogged Book at Witch Hill, 57.2, 20.8 on the map
On the ground at the eastern edge of the murloc camp, so you can walk in and straight back out.
"The strange passages are faint but somewhat readable despite water damage."