Help Finding Books
Now you know how to borrow and return books, you might be wondering how to find the books you need. Library Search lets you browse our collection and tells you where you can find your book or resource.
Library Search
UEA Library has access to thousands of e-books, journals and articles. Simply use Library Search to find and access the e-book you need.
Some e-books are available as a PDF download, however there are some which are protected with ‘Digital Rights Management’. This just means that in order to download these, you need to install a free piece of software called Adobe Digital Editions. For downloading e-books onto a mobile device, you’ll need to use the Bluefire Reader application. Want some more information on downloading e-books? Check out our video tutorials on using Library resources.
Library Search will also let you know if we have a physical copy of your book, which floor you can find it on, and its call number.
Book already out on loan? Place a request on Library Search and the current holder will receive a notification requesting they return the book within 7 days. Once it’s back in the Library, you’ll receive an email notifying you that it’s ready for you to borrow.
Subject Guides
Subject Guides are online guides to your subject. They contain links to relevant resources and databases, as well as recommendations for helpful study tools and apps. Subject Guides are created by our expert Academic Librarian team, so you can rest assured that they contain the best advice. Your Subject Guide is a brilliant place to start when working on academic assignments. It will help you to find high quality resources relevant to your course.
Borrowing From Other Libraries
If UEA Library doesn’t have the book or resource you are looking for – never fear! Our Interlending service can help. Make an interlending request and our team will try to borrow the item you need from another Library. Check out our request an item page for more information.
