St. Mary's University Blume Library
Acquisitions & Collection Development

To request that the library purchase a book, use this form. Before requesting a book, please examine the Collection Development Policy. Every department has a library liaison to coordinate book requests.

For a list of recent acquisitions see the New Acquisitions List.

If you would like to make a donation to the library, there is more information at "Giving to the Library."

For further information on library acquisitions, call (210) 436-3441 or email Margaret Sylvia

• Margaret Sylvia, Assistant Director for Technical Services (210-436-3441 ext. 1320)
• Cindy Lopez, Acquisitions Technician (210-436-3441 ext. 1308)

• Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

• AcqWeb
• Alibris
• Amazon.com
• Baker & Taylor
• Blackwell
• Book Index with Reviews
• Ingram Ipage
• Statement on Principles and Standards of Acquisitions Practice

• Introduction to Book Repair
• Simple Book Repair Manual
• Simple Techniques for the Maintenance and Repair of Books