For books at other libraries, first try E-Z Borrow. It lets you search and borrow books directly from over 50 academic libraries in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and New Jersey simultaneously. Your requested items will arrive usually within 3-5 business days. If E-Z Borrow doesn't have the books you need, you can request books using Information Delivery Services (IDS). You can also try searching other library catalogs for books at libraries in the region.
Marshall Libraries owns several books that are helpful in formulating a research proposal. Books located in Huntington libraries can be requested and set to South Charleston. Here are links: