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Did you know that you can read or listen to books and magazines on most mobile devices, eReaders, or computers for free with your Roanoke County Public Library card?
cloudLibraryUse cloudLibrary to access eBooks and eAudiobooks from anywhere with your Roanoke County Public Library card. Getting started with cloudLibrary is easy! 1. Download the app from the app store on your device or visit the cloudLibrary website. 2. Log in to the RCPL cloudLibrary page by selecting your state, library, and entering your library card and pin (default pin is RVL). 3. Browse, borrow, and read from anywhere, 24/7. Note: cloudLibrary apps are not compatible with Kindle Paperwhite or the Kindle apps. Limits: 10 titles can be checked out at a time, 6 titles can be placed on hold at once, and check outs are 14 days. For questions or further assistance, please call the Reference desk during operating hours at 540-777-8782. |
Libby (OverDrive)Use OverDrive to access eBooks and eAudiobooks from anywhere with your Roanoke County Public Library card. Getting started with OverDrive or the Libby app is easy! 1. Download the Libby app from the app store on your device or visit the OverDrive website. 2. Log in to the OverDrive page by selecting your library system and entering your library card number. 3. Browse, borrow, and read from anywhere, 24/7. Limits: 10 titles can be checked out at a time, 6 titles can be placed on hold at once, and check outs are 7 days. For questions or further assistance, please call the Reference desk during operating hours at 540-777-8782. Check out our FinditVA Collection here. Check out our OverDrive instructions sheet or watch our tutorial video. |
RBDigital MagazinesUse RBDigital Magazines to access full cover to cover eMagazines from anywhere with your Roanoke County Public Library card. Getting started with RBDigital Magazines is easy! 1. Download the app from the app store on your device or visit the RBDigital Magazines website. 2. Log in to the RBDigital Magazines page by creating an account with your library card number. 3. Browse, borrow, and read full editions of your favorite magazines anywhere, 24/7. For questions or further assistance, please call the Reference desk during operating hours at 540-777-8782. |
Tumble BooksTumble Books features animated, talking picture books to teach children the joy of reading in a format they'll love. The books are created by taking existing picture books, adding in animations and sounds, plus narration to create an ePicture Book. You can read the books or have them read to you. Use these books to count towards your 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and other reading goals. |
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Ebsco
Ebsco provides access to a collection of ebooks, electronic versions of printed books that can be viewed on a computer connected to the Internet. You will find topics such as business, investing, computers, travel and much more.
Ebsco Books mobile apps can be downloaded from your favorite app store.
Free Downloadable eBooks
There are several sites on the Internet that provide free downloadable books that are in the public domain.