About this template
A Library Book Request Form is essential for public, school, and university libraries looking to expand their collections based on direct patron interest. This template allows members and students to submit titles, authors, preferred formats, and justifications for new acquisitions directly to library staff.
By gathering complete bibliographic details upfront, librarians and collection development managers can evaluate requests against budget constraints, curriculum needs, and existing inventory without back-and-forth emails. Using Doc2Form, you can instantly turn this structured layout into a live Google Form, making collection development more responsive and community-driven.
Key features
- Collect complete bibliographic details including title, author, and ISBN
- Capture preferred formats like hardcover, paperback, e-book, or audiobook
- Allow patrons to specify why the book is needed for research or leisure
- Standardize acquisition workflows for library staff and administrators
Use cases
University students requesting textbooks or research monographs for t…
University students requesting textbooks or research monographs for the semester
Public library patrons suggesting bestselling fiction or nonfiction t…
Public library patrons suggesting bestselling fiction or nonfiction titles for the new releases shelf
School librarians gathering reading wishlists from teachers and students
What this form collects
- Full Name (Short answer)Enter your first and last name.
- Library Card Number or Student ID (Short answer)Enter your library membership ID or institutional ID number.
- Email Address (Short answer)We will notify you here once your request has been reviewed.
- Phone Number (Short answer)Optional contact number in case we need to reach you quickly.
- Book Title (Short answer)Provide the exact title of the book you are requesting.
- Author's Name (Short answer)Enter the author's full name (first and last).
- ISBN or Publication Year (Short answer)If known, provide the 10-digit or 13-digit ISBN to help us order the correct edition.
- Preferred Format (Multiple choice)Select the format you would prefer to borrow.
- Genre or Category (Dropdown)Select the general genre that best fits this title.
- Reason for Request (Paragraph)Briefly explain why you would like the library to acquire this item (e.g., for a class assignment, book club, or personal interest).
- Additional Comments (Paragraph)Any other details that might help us locate or purchase this item.
FAQ
How do I customize this template for my library?
Once imported via Doc2Form, you can freely edit, add, or remove questions directly in Google Forms to match your library's specific acquisition guidelines.
Can patrons suggest both physical books and e-books?
Yes! The format question includes options for print books, audiobooks, e-books, and other media types so you know how best to procure the material.
Where do the form submissions go?
All responses flow directly into a connected Google Sheet, allowing library staff to sort, track, and update the status of each request in one organized spreadsheet.
Get this form in your Google Drive
Save a copy to your Google Drive with one click (uses 1 credit). Or build from a PDF or description in the app.