Bookworms in Surprise, Arizona, are in for a real treat. The Surprise Public Library System (SPLS) has joined forces with 13 other library networks to expand access to a vast collection of literature. According to official announcements by the SPLS, residents with a library card can now borrow print materials from a total of 14 public library systems within the county.
The Maricopa County book sharing service, named MAX, allows cardholders to quickly borrow books from another library system without having to physically step into those facilities. Following the request, a courier service will immediately begin to ship the requested titles to a pickup location selected by the patron, at no additional charge. However, the service is currently restricted to print items, foregoing media options like movies and audiobooks.
Participating in this new network are Avondale, Buckeye, Chandler, Desert Foothills, Glendale, Maricopa County, Mesa, Peoria, Scottsdale, Surprise, Tempe, Tolleson, Wickenburg, and Youngtown libraries. This collaboration is poised to significantly enhance the variety and accessibility of resources available to library users across the county.
The SPLS is actively promoting the MAX program, encouraging library-goers to take advantage of the newfound ease in accessing a broader literary world. For those interested in more details about the MAX service or the existing SPLS Interlibrary Loan service, they can head to the library's official website. A complete breakdown of the participating branches and instructions on how to utilize the service can be found by visiting the Surprise Public Library System's website.
