How do I find my library on OverDrive?
Finding a library Select Find a Library in the top-right corner to look for a library that has an OverDrive collection. You can view a map of libraries near you, or search for a library by name or location.
How do I borrow books from library on OverDrive?
To borrow the title:
- Go to your Holds page on your library’s OverDrive website or in the OverDrive app. You’ll need to be signed into the site to get to this page.
- Select Borrow next to the title.
- From there, you can choose a lending period (if available) and a reading format for your title.
How do I use OverDrive with library?
How do I start using OverDrive Read? To get started, open your web browser and borrow a title that’s available in the OverDrive Read format from your library. Then, click or tap the Read now in browser button to begin reading it immediately using OverDrive Read.
What if my library doesn’t use OverDrive?
You can view a map of nearby libraries, or search for a library by name or location. From there, you can get a link to your library’s OverDrive website. If you still can’t find your library’s OverDrive collection, contact your library and ask them how to access the collection.
How do I listen to a book on OverDrive?
How to use the audiobook player in OverDrive for Fire tablets and Android devices. Once you’ve borrowed and downloaded an audiobook in the OverDrive app, go to your app Bookshelf, then tap the audiobook to start listening.
What is happening with OverDrive?
The OverDrive App will be removed from all App Stores (Google, Microsoft and Apple) on February 1, 2022. From February 2022 to December 2022, the OverDrive App will continue to be functional but OverDrive will be encouraging users to transfer their content over to Libby.
Will Libby replace OverDrive?
We recommend that all partners actively promote Libby and remove references to the OverDrive app from library websites and promotional materials. In future phases, we will be actively encouraging OverDrive app users to switch to Libby, with a goal of moving most over by the end of 2022.
Can you borrow from multiple libraries on OverDrive?
You can borrow titles from any library as long as you have a library card for it.
Which is better Libby or OverDrive?
Libby is great if you just want to download a book to your Android or iOS phone or tablet. OverDrive is the “classic” app, and is compatible with more devices, including Kindle Fire, Macs, PCs, and Windows mobile devices. It also allows for transfer to MP3 players from computers.
Is OverDrive obsolete?
Can I use both OverDrive and Libby?
Current OverDrive app users can continue to use the app. New users looking for the OverDrive app will be directed to Libby. All users can continue to use, borrow, and open titles from your library’s OverDrive website via a browser.
Why do I need Libby if I have OverDrive?
Libby is a new app released by OverDrive. It has the same collection of titles as the OverDrive app – it’s just a different way to access the same digital library collection. Libby is a fast and attractive digital browsing experience.
What can I do with a Long Beach public library card?
They are all free and you only need a Long Beach Public Library card! Use our online resources to watch movies, read a newspaper or magazine, take classes, listen to music, research your family tree, learn a language, or get help with homework. You can also take practice tests, get help writing a resume, and find classroom materials for all grades.
Where can I find information about Long Beach CA?
Access resources local to Long Beach, including the Grunion Gazette and the Long Beach Press-Telegram. Includes electronic editions of America’s News Magazines. Genealogy resource with census, vital, church, court, and immigration records. **See details for in-home use.
Is Freegal available in Long Beach public library?
This resource is provided by the California State Library. Freegal will not be available through the Long Beach Public Library after December 31, 2021. Freegal offers access to about 15 million songs, including Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists, and over 40,000 music videos.
What can I do with my library card?
Free access with your Library Card! We have many resources you can enjoy from home—streaming movies, eAudiobooks, downloadable music, online courses, eMagazines, and more! Our Digital Library is available anytime, from anywhere!