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OverDrive E-books

Learn how to access OverDrive e-books, via the Libby app or from a browser.

Quick Tips

If a title is not available, you can place a hold.

  • Browser: After you place a hold, view your spot in line by going to your Shelf, tapping Holds, then tapping Wait List.
  • Libby app: View your spot in line by tapping the Shelf icon and then tapping Holds.

 View your place in line for a hold.

  • Browser: After you place a hold, go to Shelf > Holds. For each hold, you'll see your approximate wait time, the number of copies in use, and the number of people waiting.
  • Libby app: Navigate to Shelf > Holds, tap on the Calendar icon to the right of the title to view wait time, the number of copies in use, and the number of people waiting.

Browse Collections

  • Browser: explore the collections by Subjects or Collections (both options are available at the top of the page).
  • Libby app: use the filters at the top of the screen and the collections listed below to explore the collection.

 Add more than one library card to the Libby app.

         *Residents of eligible surrounding counties may also register for library cards

Have a device not compatible with the Libby app?

Are there other ways to access OverDrive e-books?

  • Yes, titles are also accessible by searching The Fountain. Note that an 'E-Book Collections' facet on the left-hand side of the page allows users to navigate directly to a list of all OverDrive e-books.

Need Additional Help?

For Libby help: https://help.libbyapp.com/

For OverDrive help: https://help.overdrive.com/en-us/home.htm

Accessibility features in Libby: https://company.overdrive.com/2021/12/16/announcing-accessibility-enhancements-in-the-libby-app/