This includes checkouts through the Library's main e-reader app, SimplyE, as well as through other apps used to access NYPL e-books, such as Overdrive/Libby and Cloud Library.
How do I know if my library has OverDrive?
You can look for your library on overdrive.com using Find a library. 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.
Do all libraries use OverDrive?
OverDrive is a free service offered by your library or school that lets you borrow digital content (like ebooks and audiobooks) anytime, anywhere. Every OverDrive collection is slightly different because each library or school picks the digital content they want for their users.Feb 9, 2021
Is OverDrive being replaced by Libby?
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.Aug 9, 2021
How do I download ebooks from Brooklyn Public Library?
- Download the Overdrive app in the App Store, Google Play Store or for Kindle Fire.
- Sign up for a new account by searching for "Brooklyn Public Library" and enter your barcode and PIN when prompted.
- Search for ebook titles and send them to your preferred e-reading device from the app.
How do I borrow an eBook from the public library?
- Go to your public library's website.
- Look for the "eBooks" section of the page.
- If required, select OverDrive as the service that you'd like to use to browse books.
- Find a book that you're interested in and click Borrow.
Does Brooklyn Public Library use Libby?
Open Libby and select “Find My Library” to add Brooklyn Public Library. Browse our library's collection and borrow a title. When prompted, sign in with your barcode and PIN.
Does Libby work with any library?
Libby works with public libraries that use OverDrive. If you can't find your library in Libby, it might be because it doesn't use OverDrive to lend digital titles.
How many libraries use OverDrive?
This data was reported by Rakuten OverDrive, the leading digital reading platform for over 43,000 libraries and schools worldwide.Jan 8, 2020