Using the Libby App The Libby App is a new app for tablets and smartphones that has been developed by OverDrive to get you started with eBooks and eAudiobooks quickly and seamlessly! It is available for iPads and iPhones running iOS 9.0 or newer, Android tablets and smartphones running Android 5.0 and newer, and Windows devices using Windows 10 or Windows 10 mobile.
Using the OverDrive App You can also download eBooks and eAudiobooks directly to your tablet or smartphone using the original App. It is available for iPads and iPhones running iOS 9.0 or newer, Android tablets, smartphones or Amazon Fire tablets running Android 5.0 and newer.
For Newer Kobo eReaders You can borrow eBooks from the library right on the Kobo eReader itself! For newer Kobos (e.g., Libra, Forma, Aura ONE, Aura Edition 2, and Clara HD)..
For other eReaders Learn how to download eBooks to your computer and transfer them to an eReader. For Kobo eReaders (Glo, Mini, Aura), Nook eReaders (Simple Touch, Glowlight). Note: Kindle eReaders (including Paperwhite, Oasis) are not compatible with borrowing public library eBooks.
For Sony Readers For Sony Reader Wifi PRST1, 2, or 3, or older Sony Reader models (e.g., PRS500).
Using the OverDrive Desktop App Learn how to download eAudiobooks to your computer to play them on the OverDrive Desktop App, or to transfer them to an MP3 player. For Windows Computers running 7 or newer, and for Sony Walkman, iPods etc.
Device Advice When it comes to deciding between an eReader and a tablet, here are some points to consider...
Frequently Asked Questions Get the answers for the most popular questions about downloading from the ORL eBooks Collection.
Borrowing Digital Books from the Catalogue Did you know that you can borrow and download digital books from the ORL eBooks collection right from the ORL Catalogue? That’s right! Browse for your print and digital reading materials in one place!
Troubleshooting Adobe Digital Editions Having any problems with downloading eBooks to Adobe Digital Editions (ADE) to transfer to eReaders? Give these troubleshooting steps a try.
OverDrive Help OverDrive, the company from which the library gets digital books, has a comprehensive site offering help articles on downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks.
OverDrive Device Profiles Check to see how the eReader, smartphone, or tablet you have is compatible with borrowing digital books from the ORL eBooks Collection.
Call us at 1-844-649-8127.
Email help@orl.bc.ca, in your email, please include:
Note: If your ORL card has expired or you have outstanding late fees of $20.00 or more, you'll be unable to borrow from this collection. You can pay fees online. To renew an expired card, call your library branch.