Your local library is larger than you think. The Coweta Public Library System has an extensive collection of fiction, nonfiction, reference and audiovisual resources. However, there is a larger collection also available to all CPLS cardholders that you may not know about – Interlibrary Loan (ILL).

ILL is a unique service that allows customers to request books and copies of journal, newspaper, and periodical articles from the convenience of their local branch, while accessing the largest collections in the United States from public libraries, colleges, and universities around the United States at no additional charge.

Library customer completes a short form that includes information on the book and customer contact information, the application is then processed through OCLC to find the best and closest resource to fill the request. Customers may have up to five (5) active requests at one time including pending requests. While items are provide free of charge, items are checked out for two weeks and regular library fine apply.

Interlibrary Book Request Form

Interlibrary Periodical Request Form