The computer says the book is "In Library" but I can't find it on the shelf. Why not?

There are many possible reasons.

First be sure you are at the correct library branch (W.A.C. Bennett (SFU Burnaby), Belzburg (SFU Vancouver), or Fraser (SFU Surrey)), and in the correct location (eg. curriculum, Lam, Surrey Oversized, Belzburg reference).

Then, make sure you are in the right section (other books will have similar call numbers). Check the shelves carefully - a book may be just a bit out of place, or may have gotten tucked behind other books. Check near the photocopiers.

If the book has been recently published, look on the new book shelves at the branches (in Bennett located in the lounge on the 3rd floor).

If you still can't find the book after looking for it, go to the Circulation/Loans desk and ask to have the book traced.