Can I have my books out for longer?
Yes, if no one has requested them you can
renew
your loans. (There is a renewal limit of 20)
Can I return my books to a different
library?
You can return your books to any library in the
LibrariesWest
area.
Can you borrow books from other libraries for
me?
Yes if it is in stock in
LibrariesWest. We can
also ask other libraries including the British Library if they will
lend books to us for you. Often they say yes and occasionally yes
if it is used in the library. National libraries don't always agree
to lend and sometimes take months to reply.
How can I reserve the book I want?
If you have your library card number and PIN you can
reserve
the books and other items you want using the
LibrariesWest website.
Alternatively contact your local library.
How do I find out if you have a particular
book?
You can search our catalogue by author, title, or a keyword
online at LibrariesWest. We are
happy to help you search so please ask.
I want to read the next book in the series can you tell
me what the title is?
We are happy to help. We use books (Adult Sequels) and websites
(www.fantasticfiction.co.uk
and
www.childrensbooksequels.co.uk)
I have lost a library book what shall I do?
You can renew
your book, to stop any overdue charges, while you look for it.
Do you accept book donations?
We accept some
donations.
How many books can I borrow and for how
long?
You can borrow up to 20 items on your ticket. Books are issued
for three weeks (Except for reading group tickets)
Is there a Reading Group I can join?
There are a number of library
reading
groups and we can help you set up your own.
I have trouble reading ordinary print books have you got
this book on tape?
An advanced search on our
catalogue for the
section SPOKEN WORD shows the tiles we can
reserve. If you are registered blind or partially sighted we can
also borrow alternative versions of titles from the
Royal National
Institute of Blind People Library.
