To request a book, you must have a current library card with Warren County-Vicksburg Public Library that is in good standing. Simply request a blue Materials Request card from either the Circulation Desk or the Reference Desk, then fill out the information and hand it back in. As multiple books can have the same title, the name of the author is required to assure we will request the book that you want.
Please note that only physical books are available through this service (no audio books, CDs, DVDs or videos) and that not all titles might be available for loan. However, we have a very good history of being able to borrow books from other libraries for our patrons use. It will take between one to six weeks to receive a book through the system if it is available.
When using our inter-library loan service, please keep the following in mind:
- Books that have been released within the previous six months cannot be requested through inter-library loan. Most libraries keep new books in-house for the first six months to a year to allow their own patrons the opportunity to check them out first.
- Books borrowed from another library are sent by mail. While most titles that are available will come within two weeks, it can take up to six weeks for a request to be fulfilled depending on availability of the item and distance.
- Books will have a wrapper on them that has the due date of the material on it. These must remain on the books. The due date will depend on the lending library's policy and will therefore vary by case. Inter-library loans cannot be extended past their due date.
- Inter-library books must be signed for and, when returned, taken to the Circulation Desk. Never put an inter-library loan book in any of our drop boxes.
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