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Psychology Research: Find Books

Research Guide for Psychology at PLNU

Find Psychology eBooks

Ryan Library subscribes to over 1600 psychology e-books through ebrary.  We have even more e-books available through our eBook collection.  Here are a few examples:

Find Books @ Ryan Library

Find in a library with WorldCat

WorldCat is Ryan Library's online catalog. With one search, you can find:

  • Books and Media Services material at PLNU
  • ebooks available through PLNU
  • Articles from some of our most-used databases
  • Books available for InterLibrary Loan through Camino
  • Books available through WorldCat at other institutions (request through InterLibrary Loan)

A few things you should know:

  • For books found in Ryan Library, the check out period is 3 weeks, with an option to renew for an additional 3 weeks.
  • For books borrowed through Camino, the check out period is 5  weeks, with no option to renew.
  • You can renew books online by logging in and using the "My Library Account" link in the upper right of the screen.

Google Books

Google Book Search

Requesting Books and Articles from Other Libraries

InterLibrary Loan Requests
  • Articles generally take 2-3 business days to receive; they are delivered digitally.
    • Before requesting, check to see if articles from the journal are available in one of our databases. 
  • Ebooks are rarely available via InterLibrary Loan. 
    • Ebook chapters may be more readily obtained than an entire book. Specify chapters/page numbers when possible.
  • Books take a minimum of 7-10 business days to receive.
    • Loan periods and renewal availability vary by lending library; overdue charges will apply.
  • Please note that processing may be delayed during PLNU breaks and holidays.
Click Here for ILL Request Form 
(select ARTICLE or BOOK)