Books & eBooks FAQs
Is every book on the Library Hub an eBook?
Although the Library Hub has access to thousands of eBooks, not every book is available as an eBook. All available eBooks will have a view eBook button below the title.
Can we limit Library Hub searches to eBooks?
Yes, you can! If you wish to limit your search to just eBooks, use the filters on the left side of the catalogue screen.
Tick on:
- University of Divinity Libraries
- eBook
How do I know which eBooks we have access to?
If you are searching libraries worldwide, sometimes records of eBooks not held by use will appear in your search. These eBooks will not have a view eBook button (see image). To identify which eBooks we have access to, a large, VIEW EBOOK BUTTON will be present under the title of the eBook.
I’m not a student or a staff member. Can I access eBooks off-site?
Unfortunately, off-site eBook access is only available to students and staff members of the UD. However, some of the eBooks we hold are open access, which you are able to read. In the Refine This Search on the side bar, select the Open Access and Full Text options. This will bring up any items we have that relate to your search. Alternatively, pop into the library to have full access to our eBook collection.
Why isn't the eBook I clicked on working?
The most common reason an eBook might not be working is because the library has a limited amount of copies available. Much like a print copy, if an item is checked out, you cannot read it. If this is the case, a message should appear saying "all copies are currently in use. Please check back later, or search for another book." Try checking the book in an hour to see if it is available. Avoid opening chapters in multiple tabs at once as this can also cause eBooks to timeout and appear broken.
The eBook I am reading says "You have been timed out due to inactivity. To continue, please refresh this page." What do I do?
When eBooks are read online, they are "checked out" for a period of time that typically expires after 30 minutes of inactivity. This just means that reading session has timed out. All you need to do is 'refresh' your browser by clicking on the refresh icon. TIP: While reading eBooks online, you can prevent the reading session from expiring by any action that updates the eBook (e.g. turning the page, etc.)
How can I find if a print book is held in one of the University of Divinity Libraries?
To limit your search to finding a print book, select the library/libraries i.e. University of Divinity Libraries and select print book from the format list.
I am wondering what the time limit is for borrowing eBooks?
Different books have different limits, depending on the publisher; however, the loan or full download option is currently not available. Fortunately, there is no borrowing limit if you choose to use the "read online" option.
I am trying to access a book that shows up as held by University of Divinity libraries but I cannot see which University of Divinity library holds it. How can I check which library holds it?
A number of libraries have recently moved to a shared library system. Search results will display live availability data for items held at participating libraries, as well as holdings information for other libraries, including University of Divinity Libraries, Victorian Libraries, and Libraries Worldwide.
If a book or article in your search says it is available at University of Divinity libraries but does not show which library it is at under the title, click on the item and scroll down to Other Availability & Holdings and click Other Libraries Worldwide button. This will bring up the holdings of the non-shared libraries. Click here to learn more about the Shared Catalogue.
How do I cite an eBook if there are no page numbers?
If a page reference is not available in an e-book or other electronic format, list chapter number or section heading instead, and add the electronic format. Formats include iBooks, Kindle, NOOK, Google Play Books, Adobe Digital Editions EPUB, etc. For example: chap. 7. Kindle. For more citation help, visit the University of Divinity Style Guide.
When I click the view eBook button, this Bloomsbury screen appears. What do I do?
A small number of our eBooks that are a part of our Bloomsbury Theology and Religion Online collection, although appearing on the Library Hub catalogue, can only be accessed directly through the database. If this screen appears, and you have Lean Library installed in your browser, you can click the Theology and Religion Online link at the bottom of the page and Lean Library will enable your access.
Alternatively, you can access the eBook by going to the Library Hub Databases page and select the Theology and Religion Online database. You will be prompted to log in to the Library Hub. Once logged in, you will be able to search for it on there.
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