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Downloadable MediaWhat are downloadable audiobooks, eBooks, and streaming videos?

OverDrive | NetLibrary | Comparison Chart | TumbleBooks
TumbleReadables | eBook Virtual Reference Library | Dear Reader

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OverDrive

Browse downloadable audiobooks, videos, eBooks and EPUB eBooks at OverDrive! Enjoy these collections on your computer or on selected portable devices. Browse audiobooks to find bestselling titles or iPod titles. Browse videos by subject such as Children’s, Cooking & Food, Classic, Documentary, Nature, and Travel. eBooks range from computers to study guides to Romance and Young Adult fiction. Please note, to use WMA audiobooks on your Windows formatted iPod device, you'll need OverDrive Media Console Windows v3.2 or later.

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NetLibrary

NetLibrary eBook and eAudibook collections range in scope from best selling fiction and foreign language titles to core academic areas of science, social sciences, and the humanities to collections of specialized study in areas such as business, education, library science, medicine, religion and philosophy, computer science, and engineering.

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OverDrive/NetLibrary Comparison Chart

Find which resource is best for your audiobook downloading needs:

Details OverDrive NetLibrary
Do I need to set up an account with the vendor? No Yes
Am I able to place holds? Yes – limit 5; select titles always available Titles always available
Will the audiobooks work with my iPod? Yes, with select titles Yes, with select titles
What’s the checkout period? 7, 14, or 21 days 21 days
Can I renew titles? No, you can re-check the item Yes
How many items can I have checked out? 10 10
Can I download the audiobook in parts? Yes Yes, using One-Click
Can I browse the eBook before I check it out? No Yes

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Tumblebooks

TumbleBooks are animated, talking picture books that teach kids the joy of reading and much more in a format they will love.

Tumblebooks in English | Tumblebooks en Español

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TumbleReadables

TumbleReadables is an online collection of read-along titles for elementary, middle school, and high school students which features adjustable online text and complete audio narration.

eBook Virtual Reference Library

eBook Virtual Reference Library

View the list of eBook titles that are now available online. Find information on topics in science, history, business and more! Access these eBooks at any time, either in the Library or in your home. Just find, click and read!

Note: To use these titles remotely (from home), you will need your library card and PIN.

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Dear Reader

Not ready to read a whole book online? Join one of the Dear Reader e-mail book lists and receive in your e-mail a brief section of a chapter from a title from your designated area(s) of interest. Book lists include fiction, romance, business, teens, mystery, science fiction, horror, and more!

 

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