Searching the Catalog

Search for books, movies, music, video games, and more in the Glendale Public Library's online catalog. If you're on a mobile device, you might want to use our app instead; scroll down to "Using the Glendale Public Library App" for more information.

You can search the catalog from every page on this website.  Just use the search box located in the upper right-hand corner of the page.  Make sure the radio button for "Search the Catalog" is selected. 

You can also go directly to the library catalog at gplaz.org/catalog for more search options.

If you need help searching the catalog, try this simple guide or ask at any of our public service desks.

Can't find what you need? Search the MAX collection-sharing catalog to borrow books from our partner libraries in Maricopa County. 

Find out more about MAX.



Using the Glendale Public Library App

Access the library with our convenient new mobile app!

Browse the library's collections, place and manage holds, and renew materials. Check out with your smartphone when you visit the library. You can even manage multiple linked accounts for your whole family! Best of all, since the app stores your library card's barcode, you'll never be without your card again.

The app also lets you check library hours and locations, register for library events, access our Digital Library and Online Databases, and more. It's easy to do it all in one place — just scan the QR code or tap the image below to download the Glendale Public Library app to your mobile device!

QR Code

App screenshotApp Features

Search the Catalog
Find books, music, movies, audiobooks, video games & more

My Barcode
Display your library card barcode on your smartphone, so you'll never be without your card again

Self-Check
Check out with your NFC-enabled mobile device

My Account
Manage loans, holds & more

Digital Library
Download or stream eBooks, audiobooks, music & videos

Programs and Events
Never miss a local library event

Locations and Hours
Find a library location convenient for you

Computers, Printing & Wi-Fi
How to use a computer and print at the library

Online Databases
Homework help and so much more

Reading Lists
Discover what to read next

Library News
What's happening at the library

Social
Keep in touch with your library community

Volunteering
Volunteering opportunities at the library

Contact Us
You've got questions? We've got answers


Library App FAQ