How do I request that the library buy an item?
First, make sure that the item is not already in the library catalog. If you're not sure, please feel free to ask at any of our branches, or call the reference desk of the Main Library at (617) 730-2369.
If the item is not new, consider asking us to get it via inter-library loan; it is likely to be available in another library, and is less likely to be in print. Again, contact any of the branches.
Then, fill out our purchase request form.