Books & Audiobooks

FAQs

• How do I manage my shelves in the online catalog?

  To manage your shelves, follow the steps in the video below.

  elves, follow the steps in the video below.

• How do I search the library catalog and place a hold on an item?

  To search the online catalog and place a hold on an item, visit https://oceancity.bibliocommons.com/, opens a new window and select the Log In icon in the top-right corner.

  To log in, use the barcode number on the back of your library card and your PIN number. If you do not have a PIN, follow the directions listed in the"How do I set my library PIN?" question on this page.

  Once you are logged in, you can search using the search bar or by using the Explore, New at the Library, and Browse menu drop-downs. 

  When you have found the desired book, click Place a Hold and confirm your pickup location. Once you've confirmed your pickup location, click Confirm Hold.

  Depending on your contact information, you will receive a text, email, or phone call notifying you when the hold request is ready for pick-up.

• How do I request something for the library to purchase?

  To request an item for the library to purchase, visit our online catalog at https://oceancity.bibliocommons.com/, opens a new window and click Can't find an item.

  In the Can't find an item menu dropdown, click Suggest a Purchase. After signing in with your barcode and PIN, click Add Suggestion on the right side of the page. 

  Submit your suggestion by entering information related to the desired item. Begin by entering the item's Title, Author, Performer, or Director, and by selecting Next.

  Complete the suggestion by providing information in the required fields (Format, Audience) and clicking Submit.

• How do I renew items online?

  To renew items online, log in to your account on our online catalog at https://oceancity.bibliocommons.com/, opens a new window and select your account in the blue text box on the top-right corner of the page. 

  From the subsequent dropdown menu, select Checked Out to view your currently checked out items. 

  From here, you can click Renew in the blue text box next to each item to renew the material. After renewing the item, an updated due date will appear.

  Most media items can be renewed twice unless another patron has placed a hold.