What are ZIP Books?

ZIP Books is a grant -funded program that allows you to request items that the Library doesn't own. It's free and shipped directly to you using Amazon. Then when you are done with the item, return it to the library so it can be added into the collection for others to enjoy.

What are the requirements?

ZIP Books is available to anyone with an active Amador County Library card in good standing.

What can I request?

Eligible items include: 

• Books, large print books, and audiobooks
• Not owned by Amador County Library
• Available through Amazon Prime

What can't I request?

Ineligible items include:

• Out of print items
• Textbooks, workbooks, and study guides
• e-books, e-audiobooks (see FAQ)

How to request a ZIP Book

1. Sign into your library account and complete the online request form. You can also request in-person or on the phone at any Amador County Library branch. Please check the library catalog to make sure we don't already have the item. 
2. We'll review your request and send an email update. 
3. If your ZIP Books request is approved, you'll receive the item in a package at your door. It may contain a packing slip with a note saying "ZIP Books". Please keep the slip in the book until you return it to the library. 

How to return a ZIP Book

ZIP Books must be returned in-person to the library. Please let us know that you are returning a ZIP Book. 

ZIP Books must be returned to the library within 45 days of delivery. If not, the book will be charged as a lost item to your library account. 

FAQ

1. Why was my request denied?

There are many reasons why a ZIP Books request might be denied, including:

• available funding- ZIP Books is a grant-funded program and funding varies from year to year. Requests are accepted on until funding runs out. 
• price- to maximize our funding, we prioritize requests under $50.00. 
• not suitable for the collection- requests for items that don't meet our Collection Management Policy will not be considered. 

2. How can I request an ebook or eaudiobook?

We’re excited to share that eBooks for All is now supported under the Zip Books initiative. Patrons can now submit title requests via an online form. Once a requested title is added to the statewide collection, patrons receive notification and can check it out immediately.

This program is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.