How Tos

Quick Steps to Find eBooks

1. You can find ebooks at Pacific through the Library Search Box. Additionally, there are many specialized ebook databases that you can find in the A-Z list of databases. To find ebooks in the Library Search Box, enter your search terms and click Search. 

2. To filter your search to show you ebooks only, click the eBooks filter under Resource Type and then Apply Filters. 

3. When you find an ebook that you'd like to read, click on the title. You'll be brought to page with information about the book. You can click the link to access the full text of the book. If there is no full text, click Request It Through Interlibrary Loan or a similar option. If you have any issues accessing the links, contact the library for help. You can also get the citation on this page. Remember to check any citations that are generated automatically from databases against the correct citation format. You can also get the permalink (permanent link) to this page. Always use the permalink instead of the web address in your web browser because the permalink won't break and will bring you back to this book in the future. 

4. Here's an example of what an ebook might look like. Each ebook platform is a little bit different, but just contact the library with any questions. We're here for you!

Learn how to access library resources from off campus. 

Are you looking for an ebook that we don't have at Pacific University Libraries? Request that we purchase it. 

If you run into trouble accessing any library resource such as an ebook, article, or any of the library's databases, here are some tips to help you troubleshoot access. Please always feel free to ask us for help by chat, phone, email, or in-person.