Unfortunately, a 90mm telescope is not suited to deep-sky objects like nebulae and galaxies. A telescope of that aperture is better suited for bright objects (planets, the Moon, the Sun with appropriate filters).
Magnification is irrelevant. Remember, magnification is just that - changing the *size* of the image. It does NOT affect the *quality* of the image. For example, if the image is fuzzy, magnifying it only makes it a bigger fuzzy image. If the image looked clear enough with a long focal length eyepiece but then seems fuzzier when you switch to a shorter focal length eyepiece, it is because you are magnifying the already-present imperfections in the image (such as atmospheric turbulence, etc.).
The three main functions of a telescope are (1) to gather as much light as possible, (2) resolve fine details, and (3) magnify. Unfortunately, many people who are new to stargazing fall victim to promises of "high power" because they are unfamiliar with what the telescopes main functions are. When purchasing a telescope, you generally want the largest aperture possible on your budget (although admittedly there are other considerations if you are doing specialized work). The ability to resolve details is also a function of the aperture size so with a larger aperture comes higher resolving power. Magnification depends only on the focal lengths of the primary mirror or lens and that of the eyepiece, having nothing to do with the aperture size. So, for faint objects you want a large aperture telescope.
I teach observing courses for nonscientists and although we have an ETX, it is almost never used because of the small aperture. We rely almost exclusively on non-computerized Dobsonian reflectors of 6, 8, 10, and 12-inch apertures because of their superior light-gathering abilities and ease of use. In fact, we use the ETX only once per term, in an exercise to demonstrate the limitations of such a small aperture.
Don't be discouraged, though. You can still learn to use the ETX-90 to your advantage and improve your observing skills. The aperture isn't much larger than some binoculars so try one of the books written for binocular observing; there are many good ones out there and some try to get you to deep-sky objects so you may be interested in that. Of if you really want to upgrade, look for a retailer that accepts consignments or trade-ins (there are more than you think!).
_Sky & Telescope_ magazine has a good set of resources for beginners including advice on instruments as well as using what you've already got.
http://www.skyandtelescope.com/letsgo/toolsforstargazingEither way, good luck and keep looking up! Clear skies to you!