Waiting to read the best-seller: Book Demand Visualized

NB. How long is the wait for these New York Times best-sellers at the Omaha Public Library [compare: a. people waiting for Omaha library copy; b. number of copies; c. estimated wait if requested today]


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[Source of the graphic is page 1 of: MICHAEL O'CONNOR. "Library may help turn borrowers into buyers." Omaha World-Herald (Saturday, March 4, 2006): 1 & 2. ...]

See also on the same shelf:

• Add your name to the Popular Reading waiting list

  Have you been waiting to catch the latest best-seller on the popular reading shelf, but someone else seems to beat you to it every time? A new feature has been added to the online catalog, allowing you to request popular reading books. Previously, patrons had to ask Library staff to request these books for them.

  If the book you request is available on the shelf, Library staff will hold it in your name for one week at the Circulation Desk. If the book you request is currently checked out, your name will be placed on a waiting list, and the Library will e-mail you when the book is available for you.