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Find a book by author

1. Use the Books tab on the Libraries Webpage.
2. Select Author from the drop-down menu.
3. Type the author's name.
4. Click Search.
5. Click the link that best matches your author to see a list of his or her books.
6. Click the title of the book you want.
7. Write down the book's location and call number.
• You'll need both to find it on the shelf!
8. Go to the appropriate library and pick up the book.
   • To find the library's location, click the Where is this Location? link.
   • To find your call number on the shelves, ask a librarian for help or find a stack guide when you arrive.

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