Iona WorldCat

Begin at the Quick Find Box on the Library Home page.  Simply type in the search term(s), the title of a book, or an author's name in the Quick Find Box and hit enter or submit.

The search results page will show items in various formats, including books, eBooks, articles, streaming video, etc. Check off "Book" under the "Looking for a" section on the left side of the page.

Follow the search steps above.  In the "Looking for a" section, click on eBook.

To access an eBook click on View eBook.   You will be asked for your Iona network credentials to access many eBooks.

You may also visit eBook databases directly and search by the specific eBook database collection.

On the bottom of the book information, you will see the availability status, location, and call number.

Note:  Write down the call number (e.g. ) and look at the Collection Locations page to find out where to find the book.

Interlibrary Loan

The book record will read "At other libraries worldwide" instead of Available, Iona University Libraries. 

Click on the title of the book and then click the maroon Request Item through Interlibrary Loan button located to the right of the book's information, under Access Options.

Fill out the brief form to request the book.  You will receive an email if and when the book is available.  Please allow at least 7 days for the book to arrive.  Requests for recently published textbooks are often denied by other lending libraries.  Please visit the Interlibrary Loan policy page for further information.

Note:  Partner lending libraries usually do NOT lend eBooks, only print books.