What You Get:
Free access to thousands of ebooks that can be read on your computer or used with supported portable devices.
What You Need:
- Your library card
- A computer with Internet access and a web browser of your choice
- Free Adobe Digital Editions software (available for Windows and Mac computers)
What you do:
Step 1: Select the Downloadables Collection link from the eBooks and Audiobooks webpage. (Downloadable titles are also available in our catalog.)
Step 2: First-time users will need to download the Adobe Digital Editions software. Select the Adobe Digital Editions link under "Getting Started,” or the “My Help” link and follow the instructions to download and activate the software on your computer. (Kindle owners, pleaser refer to our New User’s Guide for the Kindle for details about working with Kindle books.)
Once you've downloaded and activated Adobe Digital Editions, you’re ready to checkout your first ebook!
Step 3: Browse for titles using the categories on the left side of the page, the rotating slideshows, or use the search box at the top of the page. You can also use the “Advanced Search feature” to limit your search to specific file formats, subjects, or to only show titles with copies available.
Step 4: Once you find an ebook you’d like to download, select the format that is compatible with your computer or ereader. If you aren't sure which format to choose, click the “Format Info” tab.
Some ebooks may not be available because they are already checked out to other customers. If that’s the case, you can “place a hold”, and you’ll be notified by email when the title is ready to be downloaded. Otherwise, click on “Add to cart,” enter your library card number and PIN, then follow the prompts. Your download should automatically open in Adobe Digital Editions.
Once the ebook has been downloaded, you can use Adobe Digital Editions to read it on your computer or transfer it to a supported eReader.
Step 5: Please note: before transferring ebooks, your eReader must be activated with your Adobe ID. You will be prompted to register your eReader the first time you connect the device to Adobe Digital Editions.
Once you’ve done this, drag and drop your eBook to the “Bookshelf” for your eBook reader.
Questions?
- Check out our “Frequently-Asked Questions” or select the Help” link on the Downloadables homepage.
- Use the “Support” link at the bottom of the Downloadables homepage to send questions via email.
- Contact the Virtual Information Center by phone: 513-369-6900.