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Looking for an eReader to use with the library’s eBooks available through OverDrive?  Here’s a list of some of the many devices compatible with OverDrive.   This is not a complete list, and please note OverDrive and your library are not affiliated with and do not endorse any of these devices or manufacturers.  Always check OverDrive's most up-to-date list of compatible devices before making a purchase!
 

These devices require a computer to complete eBook downloads:

Amazon Kindle:

You gave us feedback, and we heard you!  You love downloading eBooks and audiobooks on the go and from the comfort of your home, but sometimes OverDrive is confusing or hard to navigate.  So we worked with OverDrive to create a better design to give you an even better downloading experience!

Check out the new look of your OverDrive digital media collection.  Getting digital media is now easier than ever with a new and improved layout, clearer Help instructions, and a cleaner site that makes it easier to find exactly what you’re looking for.

Here are some of the new improvements we’re most excited about:

If you have questions about downloading eBooks and audiobooks from the Alachua County Library District, we have great news: OverDrive Help has been thoroughly redesigned! 

Downloading eBooks on your Kindle (or free Kindle App):

Before beginning, you will need to visit Amazon.com and create an account (you do not need to enter your credit card information).  Next, you will need to turn on your Kindle and access a Wifi* signal (open the Menu, then select Settings to enable Wifi) in order to login to your Amazon account from your device.

Downloading eBooks on your Nook:

Downloading eBooks on your eReader:

Sony Reader (all versions except the PRS-T1), Kobo, iRiver, PocketBook, Pandigital, NextBook, Literati, enTourage, or Libre.  

Downloading eBooks on your Mobile Device using the OverDrive Media Console app:

(for Android, Blackberry, iPhone/iPod Touch, and Windows) 

Downloading eBooks on your iPad:

Before beginning, please be sure to register your iPad and create an Apple ID. 

Downloading & transferring audiobooks to your supported portable device:

(iPod, Zune, Zen, Sansa, Walkman, MuVo)*

Downloading audiobooks on your Mobile Device with the OverDrive Media Console app:

(for Android, Blackberry, iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, and Windows) 

The year is winding to a close, which means it’s time for the top music albums of 2011.  Both Rolling Stone and Paste Magazine have published their "50 Best Albums of 2011" lists.  Excitingly enough, nearly all of these titles can be found right here in our collection!  So check out some of these great CDs to hear what all the hype is about.

Here’s a sampling of a few of 2011’s best albums: