There are many valid reasons why libraries will not loan materials which they own. The book may be checked out, lost or missing. Also, some libraries will not loan materials which they consider to be valuable or needed by their patrons on a regular basis. In addition, libraries often restrict the lending of certain material formats of material such as computer software, video recordings, audio recordings, and microfilm.

Many libraries do not loan materials that have been published within the last and/or current year. We now forward all requests for recent publications to the library's Collection Development Department for review for purchase. ILLiad will automatically send you an email if this has occurred with your request. If approved by Collection Development, the request will be ordered as a rush purchase and you will be notified upon its arrival - typically within 3-5 days.