How do I find a book?
Answer
You can search for a book (title, author, subject) using our Library Catalog.
On the left-hand column of the results page, you can limit your search to the Format of book.
The default search is the Wheaton College library. You can also search local partner institutions in the HELIN Libraries consortium, or search other library collections at Libraries Worldwide by choosing those options on the initial search page or on the results page.
You can request books from HELIN libraries from the book's result page. These books often arrive within 1-3 days. Click the Request through HELIN button.
You can request books from libraries worldwide from the book's result page, which can take about 1-2 weeks to arrive. Click the Request Item through Interlibrary Loan (7-14 days) button.
Use the links below for additional information. For further assistance, please reach out to a librarian.
Links & Files
- Wallace Library Homepage & Catalog Search Box Opens in new window
- How do I find a book on a shelf using a call number? Opens in new window
- What do quarto and folio mean in a book's call number? Opens in new window
- How can I find fun things to read and watch from Wallace library and other public libraries? Opens in new window
- What do I do if the item I want to borrow is already checked out? Opens in new window
- The ebook I want is checked out, can I sign up to get notified when it is available again? Opens in new window
- Why can't I download a book on Ebook Central? Opens in new window