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Library eBooksWest Haven Public Librarywesthavenlibrary.org
Definitions
• eBook• Digital copy of a book• Transferred electronically• Available from the library
website• Can be read on a
Computer or eReader
• eReader• Device used for reading
eBooks• Displays eBook file you
checkout from the library
• Many different brands
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eBooks?
• Electronic books that can be read on a computer or eReader.• Different formats for different eReaders.• Can be bought from book sellers or borrowed
from the library.
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eBook Features
• Text size can be changed- No need for separate Large Print copy.• Many books can be held on a single eReader or
computer.• No need to drive to the library to checkout a new
book or return an old one.
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eReaders?
• Electronic devices used to display/read eBooks.• Many different eReaders for different companies.• Library eBooks are compatible with most
eReaders.
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Popular eReaders
Kindle Fire and Kindle by Amazon
Compatible with “Kindle” eBooks available from the library
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Popular eReaders
Nook by Barnes & Noble
Compatible with “ePub” eBooks available from the library
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Popular eReaders
iPad, iPod touch, iPhone by Apple
Compatible with “ePub” eBooks available from the library via the OverDrive app
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Popular eReaders
Other Compatible eReaders include:• Sony Reader product line• Kobo eReader product line• Samsung Galaxy Tab
Full list of compatible eReader devices available:
http://www.overdrive.com/resources/drc/
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Library eBooks
• Available through the OverDrive service.• Kindle and ePub formats available for most titles.• Compatible with most eReaders and all
computers using software from Overdrive.• You must have a valid West Haven library card in
good standing- fines less than $10.00
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Library eBooks
• You can borrow 4 items at once.• eBooks are loaned for 14 days.• At end of loan the eBook becomes automatically
unreadable.• There are NO overdue fees for eBooks
• eBooks can be returned early.
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eBook Formats
• Kindle for Kindle reader• Adobe ePub for other types• Nook• iPad• Sony Reader
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Overdrive
• Our eBooks are available through the OverDrive service.• OverDrive library is accessible from our website.
• Search OverDrive for available items.
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Overdrive
• Enter your Library Card number
212510000000
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Overdrive
• Kindle• You will be prompted to login to Amazon.• eBook will transfer via Wifi to your Kindle
• Nook• Download and open the file in Adobe Digital
Editions• Plug in Nook to computer to transfer eBook
• iPad • Use Overdrive App to get eBooks directly on
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Using Overdrive
• A limited number of copies are available, similar to a “physical” book• Click to put an item on hold if it is currently
checked out• You will receive an email when it is available to
download
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• Different process for transferring your eBook depending of which eReader you have.
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Getting eBooks for your Kindle
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• You will need your library card and your Amazon account login.• Select Kindle format
eBook in OverDrive
Getting eBooks for your Kindle
• Click download library book
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Getting eBooks for your Kindle• Login into your Amazon account.
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Getting eBooks for your Kindle• Login into your Amazon account.
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Getting eBooks for your Kindle
• Choose the device (Your Kindle)• If using Wifi- library eBooks will automatically
download on next sync or startup.• If no Wifi is available, download to computer and
transfer to Kindle documents folder using your USB sync cable.
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Managing Kindle eBooks• Login to your Amazon account, select “Manage
Kindle” to return items early or delete entirely.
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Getting eBooks for iPad & iPhone
• You will need your library card, the ability to install the OverDrive app, and an Adobe ID
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Getting eBooks for iPad & iPhone
• After installation, open OverDrive app, follow prompts to create an Adobe ID• Press “Get Books” in
top right corner
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Getting eBooks for iPad & iPhone
• Add a library by searching for West Haven
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Getting eBooks for iPad & iPhone
• Browse the Overdrive library, after making selection and entering your library card the eBook will be readable in the Overdrive app,
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Managing eBooks on the iPad
• To return early press “edit” and delete item• You will be given
the option to return and delete
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Getting eBooks for your Nook
• You will need a personal computer, your library, the Adobe Digital Editions software, Adobe ID.• Install Adobe
Digital Editions software• Create Adobe ID
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Getting eBooks for your Nook
• Download eBook from Overdrive
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Getting eBooks for your Nook
• Open in Adobe Digital Editions
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Getting eBooks for your Nook• Plug in Nook to computer via USB sync cable• Drag and drop title on Nook icon in Adobe Digital
Editions.
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For additional Help
• Ask staff at any West Haven library locations• Instruction sheets for popular devices
“Library eBooks” page at our websitewesthavenpl.org/
westhavenpl.orgDavid Cirella- [email protected]
