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How to use the E-library

Latest: We’ve improved your E-library so you can now reserve and renew several items in one go, use an advanced search and update your contact details online. If you have any questions or comments, please let us know – library comments form.

What is on the E-library

What is included on the catalogue, and where to find information about other resources.

How to search the catalogue

Search by title, author or keyword, or use ISBN to find particular books.

Search results

Why some titles appear more than once, and why the catalogue says we have more copies than are shown.

Special libraries and collections

Reading group books, plays, and other material kept at libraries not open to the public.

Reserve online

Add titles to the reservation basket and cancel online.

Change your library membership details

Update your phone number, email address and PIN and choose to receive reservation notices by email.

Your loans

What you borrowed in the last six months, and what your family has on loan.

Renew online

Renew everything you have on loan in one go.

Your account

Pay fines and other charges by cash, cheque or credit card.

Reference databases

Search encyclopedias, newspapers and other resources at home, and advice if you have problems using them.

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