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Thank you for taking an interest in one of our Living Library Books! All our Books are members of staff who have volunteered their time to share their stories.

Use the form below to request a meeting with one of our Living Books! You must be a member of the library to loan one of our Living Books. Click here to become a member if you are not already.

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Title of book you wish to borrow:

Before finalising your booking request, you must read and agree to the below terms and conditions:

1. You agree to be respectful in your questions and conversations with the Living Book.

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2. You accept the fact that the Living Book can quit the conversation if they feel that you are treating them in an inappropriate or disrespectful manner.

I agree

3. The loan period is for 20 minutes.

I understand

4. You cannot record, videotape or take pictures of the Living Book.

I understand

5. You are not allowed to ask the Human Book for personal contact information. All requests for further contact should be through the Living Library organisers.

I understand

By sending this form I agree to my data being held in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (2018) for the purposes of Library and Knowledge Service administration. To find out more read our Privacy Policy.

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I agree to the above terms and conditions and understand that failure to comply may result in use of the library being withdrawn and HR being notified of any inappropriate behaviour.

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By sending this request I confirm that I am a member of the Dorset NHS Library. If you are not, please find the Library Registration form on this site.

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