Libby, by OverDrive

Libby, by OverDrive

Borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines to read on your phone, tablet or computer using the Libby app by OverDrive. Learn more on the Libby website.

For mobile

  1. Download the Libby app on your mobile device from your App Store.
  2. In Libby, follow the prompts to select Willoughby City Library and sign in with your Willoughby library card. Please make sure to use a lower case 'x' when entering your library card number. 
  3. Browse the catalogue to find a title to borrow. You can tap Preferences to browse eBooks, eAudiobooks or eMagazines only. You can also tap Explore to browse by suggested genres and categories.
  4. To borrow, tap on the cover image then tap Borrow. Libby will ask you to confirm the loan by tapping the Borrow! button. Borrowed titles appear under Shelf > Loans and download to the app automatically when you're connected to Wi Fi, so you can read them when you're offline.
  5. From your Loans, you can:
  • Tap the book or magazine cover image to start reading or listening to the selected title.
  • Tap Manage Loan to see options like Renew and Return Early.
 

Need help?

See our frequently asked questions when accessing digital library resources.
Book a free Tech Bar help session or technology workshop – see our upcoming events and programs.
Call library staff on 9777 7900 or email library@willoughby.nsw.gov.au

For computer

  1. Access Libby in your web browser.
  2. In Libby, follow the prompts to select Willoughby City Library and sign in with your Willoughby library card. Please make sure to use a lower case 'x' when entering your library card number.
  3. Browse the catalogue to find a title to borrow. 

OR

  1. Visit our OverDrive website.
  2. Click Sign in button.
  3. Enter your Willoughby library card number and pin to sign in.
  4. You can search or browse eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines
  5. Make your selection and click Borrow. Confirm loan by clicking the borrow button in the pop up window. 
  6. My account provides access to Loans, Holds, Wish list and other features.
 

Need help?

See our frequently asked questions when accessing digital library resources.
Book a free Tech Bar help session or technology workshop – see our upcoming events and programs.
Call library staff on 9777 7900 or email library@willoughby.nsw.gov.au

 

 

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