On tablets, smartphones, Chromebooks, and Windows 8 or 10:

We suggest installing the free OverDrive app if you’re using a compatible tablet, smartphone, Chromebook, or Windows 8 or 10 computer. With the app, you can save your school's collection, borrow, and download titles right to your device.


Note: When you install the OverDrive app, you may be prompted to create a free OverDrive account. You can select the “Under 13 years old or using OverDrive through your school” link instead.


On any computer or device:

On any computer or device, you can install software to download eBooks.

  1. Use the links on our Software page to install the free software you need to download eBooks. This will be Adobe Digital Editions for Windows and Mac computers, and the OverDrive app for tablets, smartphones, Chromebooks, and Windows 8 or 10 computers and tablets.

 

For more help with software, see the help articles about Adobe Digital Editions or the OverDrive app.


Note: When you install the OverDrive app, you may be prompted to create a free OverDrive account. You can select the “Under 13 years old or using OverDrive through your school” link instead.

  1. Once the software is installed, go to your Checkouts page (under your Account) and select the Download (or Add to app) button next to the eBook. 

  1. If the eBook is available in multiple formats, select one, then select Confirm at the bottom of the drop-down menu.

  1. Note: After you choose a format it can't be changed, but you'll still be able to select Read to read most eBooks in your browser.

  2. Once you’ve selected Download/Add to app or Confirm:

    • Kindle Books (U.S. only) require you to finish checking out on Amazon's website. Follow the on-screen instructions to check out and send the title to your Kindle device or Kindle reading app.

    • Other download formats (like EPUB or PDF) will open automatically in Adobe Digital Editions or the OverDrive app.

    • In some cases, you may need to authorize your computer or mobile device with a free Adobe ID the first time you open a downloaded eBook. Learn more about Adobe IDs here.