Does the library have a copy of my textbook?
Answer
CUE Library does not have a copy of every textbook for every course and we typically do not purchase print copies of required textbooks.
Things to Keep in Mind
- Sometimes we have ebook copies of textbooks. Search the library catalogue or check our Library Guides to see if we have an ebook copy of your textbook.
- You may be required to create a personal account with EBSCO or ProQuest in order to save, print, download, or read library ebooks offline.
- If we do have a print copy of your textbook, it is usually an older edition. Check with your instructor if this is okay to use.
- If someone else places a hold on the textbook you will have to return it by the specified date or you will be charged late fees.
Textbook Purchasing Options
| Cost | Option | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
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$$$ |
Purchase from the CUE Bookstore |
Most CUE textbooks are available this way. These copies include individual access codes for quizzes and supplementary materials, if available. You may be able to re-sell a book after using it as a way to recoup the purchase cost. |
New textbooks can be costly. |
| $$$ |
Purchase New Online |
Includes access codes for quizzes and supplementary materials, if available. You may be able to re-sell a book after using it as a way to recoup the purchase cost. |
Extra charges may apply for shipping, exchange rates, and customs. Delivery time may take several days to weeks. Returns can be complicated and costly. |
| $$ |
Purchase Used Online |
You may be able to re-sell a book after using it as a way to recoup the purchase cost. |
Extra charges may apply for shipping, exchange rates, and customs. Delivery time may take several days to weeks. Returns can be complicated and costly. May contain highlighting and writing from previous owner(s). No access code for quizzes and supplementary materials. |
| $$ |
Rent |
Access to electronic textbooks is instantaneous. |
Rentals are typically available as ebooks only. Access expires after the rental period is over. Rented textbooks do not include codes for quizzes and supplementary materials. Extra charges may apply for shipping, exchange rates, and customs. |
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Borrow from the Library NOTE: CUE Library does not purchase textbooks for all CUE courses. |
No cost to access. |
Library ebooks do not include access codes for quizzes and supplementary materials. The loan period may be limited and the edition you require may not be available. Library fines will be applied to your student account if books are returned late. Some ebooks limit the number of people who can use the book at the same time, requiring you to wait to access the ebook. |