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eBooks and eMagazines
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hoopla
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Enjoy hoopla Bonus Borrows for the month of November! From November 1-30, you can choose from hundreds of titles in themes including Holiday Family, Heroes & Villains, Thrills & Chills, Lifelong Learning Adult Education, Learn with hoopla! Kids, and more.
A new hoopla eAudiobook experience is now available on Android and iPhone devices incorporating several key feature enhancements:
- Car & Activity Mode is a simplified interface with fewer controls and larger buttons for when you’re on the go.
- Chapter/Book Timer gives users a simple toggle to switch between viewing the time remaining in either the current chapter or the entire book.
- Playback Speed options have been increased to up to four times normal playback speed.
- Bookmark Notes can now be added to any audiobook bookmark, perfect for book clubs or educational listening.
- Sleep Timer has more options, including an End of Chapter option. Read more and watch the tutorial about these feature enhancements.
- Sleep Timer has more options, including an End of Chapter option.
Borrow, listen, read, and enjoy on hoopla. Includes a selection of movies, television shows, educational/instructional videos, documentaries, music, audiobooks, eBooks, and comics via your browser, smartphone, or tablet (via iOS (Apple) devices and select Android devices). hoopla also supports Amazon Alexa devices including support for the Echo, Dot, Spot, and Show. No waiting lists. No holds. No late fees. Instant availability. Borrow 5 items per month. Get started enjoying hoopla.
Hoopla has released TV apps for AppleTV, AndroidTV, Roku, and Amazon FireTV 3rd Generation as well as the Chromecast Ultra device. Patrons can download a hoopla app to view content on their televisions. hoopla is not compatible with Kobo eReaders since they currently only support viewing in ePub, Adobe PDF, plain text, and HTML. The device must be able to download the hoopla digital app for it to be a compatible device as well as it has to run one of our supported operating systems. hoopla works on most devices running Android 4.4 and above and then all devices that run iOS 11.4 and above.
Need to know how to set up hoopla on your TV, please read the hoopla FAQ page.
After downloading the hoopla app, you can download content to your device.
How to download movies, TV shows, audiobooks and music:
- After you borrow an item, you'll see its info screen.
- Tap the download prompt or Download to your device.
Next tap the item's title to the right of its cover. If you tap the cover instead, the item will open. Tapping the title will take you to the info screen where you can Download to your device. The item will download; these are large files and can take several minutes. Once downloaded, the download prompt will now say This Title is Downloaded, with the option to delete it.
Kids Mode: open the hoopla app on your device, select "settings", and flip the toggle to put hoopla into Kids Mode. Doing so only affects the device and not your account. Need to turn off Kids Mode? Simply go back to settings and flip the toggle back to off.
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OverDrive
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OverDrive is a provincial collection of fiction and non-fiction audiobooks and eBooks.
First time OverDrive users, read the instructions on how to get started.
Users may also Libby (for Android and Apple). You can use Libby in place of, or in addition to, the OverDrive app. Of course, you can also continue to use the OverDrive app exclusively if you'd rather not try Libby at this time.
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What is the difference between Libby and the OverDrive app?
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Libby is an app released by OverDrive. It has the same collection of titles as the OverDrive app - it's just a different way to access the same digital library collection. Libby is a fast and attractive digital browsing experience.
Libby is compatible with Android and iOS devices, with Kindle Fire compatibility coming soon. Libby is great if you just want to download a book to your Android or iOS phone or tablet.
OverDrive is the "classic" app, and is compatible with more devices, including Kindle Fire, Macs, PCs, and Windows mobile devices. It also allows for transfer to MP3 players from computers.
Libby is new, and doesn't yet have all of the features that the OverDrive app does, such as the ability to recommend titles for purchase or robust accessibility features. These will be added to Libby over time.
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Installing Libby
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Install the free Libby app from your device's app store. Libby is available for Android, iOS, and Windows 10 devices.
- Open the app and find Georgina Public Library. You can search by library name, city, or postal code.
- Browse our collection of digital materials and select a title to borrow. When prompted, use your library card number to sign in.
- Borrowed titles download automatically to your Shelf, so you can read them offline. From your Shelf, you can tap Start Reading or Start Listening to begin a title. Or tap the cover image and then tap Send to Device.
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| If you use one iOS or Android device to browse, download, and read or listen to digital books, we recommend trying Libby. It's a great one-device experience.
If you like to read books on many devices, or prefer to browse for new titles on your computer, stick with the OverDrive app for now. Also, if you make use of accessibility features in the OverDrive app, you'll need to stick with that until more accessibility features get added to Libby.
If you're concerned about excluding mature content in your digital reading app, stick with the OverDrive app. If you want the kids in your life to be able to browse only for kids' books, and not see other titles, you'll want to stay with the OverDrive app as well.
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What format are the digital books in Libby?
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Unless you tell it otherwise, Libby downloads digital books in the Read or Listen formats. By default, all digital books under 20 MB (basically e-books only) will download to Libby automatically for offline reading. To download audiobooks, which are much bigger files, you'll need to tell Libby to start downloading. You can adjust these settings by opening the menu and tapping on Download Settings.
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| I like to read on a Kindle e-reader. Should I use the Libby app to discover books? |
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Give it a try! The Libby app is a different browsing experience than the OverDrive app, and you may prefer it. You can let Libby know that you read e-books on your Kindle Fire HD and HDX by tapping on the menu, and then on Download Settings. When you check out a Kindle Fire format e-book, it will send it to your Kindle Fire HD and HDX, rather than downloading the book to Libby.
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I checked out a book using the OverDrive app, or using the OverDrive website on my computer, and now I can't return it early in Libby.
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Books added to the Libby app are in the Read or Listen formats. If you downloaded a book in EPUB format or an audiobook in MP3 format to the OverDrive app, it cannot be returned early from the Libby app. With the exception of Read or Listen formats, titles you download need to be returned early from the device they were downloaded to. All titles expire automatically after the loan period.
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Can I use more than one library card or cards from different libraries in Libby?
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Yes! Libby makes it easy to switch between library cards or between different libraries. Open the menu, then tap on Switch Library or Library Cards. The best part is that all your digital checkouts from different cards and libraries are on the same shelf, so there is no need to switch between libraries or cards to read your books.
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What if I need more help with Libby?
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| Libby help is available at https://help.libbyapp.com and via the Tips & Secrets option in the app's menu. You can also stop by any of our locations and ask for assistance. |
Want to see the current, popular titles? What others are checking out? Check out our OverDrive Dashboard.
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Pressreader--7,000 magazines and newspapers in 60 different languages
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Pressreader offers 7,000 magazines and newspapers in 60 different languages. Read instantly, or download for later. Access on a mobile device or desktop. Unlimited downloads with free access with your library card/PIN. Pressreader app is available in App Store and Google Play Store. Click Sign In, and choose "Library or Group", search and select "Georgina Public Library (Offsite)", and login with your 14-digit library card number (no spaces) and your PIN and start reading.
Introducing Pressreader Accessibility:
- On pressreader.com, hit Tab on your keyboard to switch to Accessibility Mode
- Or click the 3-dot menu in the top right corner and select Accessibility Mode
- Voila! You're in. Choose your favorite title and try out all the features
Get the Pressreader Quick Start Guide.
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Informational Books
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Gale eBooks--appealing to non-fiction readers
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Gale eBooks offer patrons an award-winning, hassle-free eBook experience—anytime, anywhere, and on any device.
Choose from the following non-fiction Gale eBook collections: Arts, Biography, Business, Education, Environment, General Reference, History, Information and Publishing, Law, Literature, Medicine, Multicultural Studies, Nation and World, Religion, Science, Social Science, and Technology.
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Literature Resource Centre
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Literature Resource Centre has biographies, bibliographies, and analysis of great literature.
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OverDrive
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OverDrive has non-fiction eBooks on a wide variety of topics.
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eAudiobooks
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OverDrive eAudioBooks and eBooks
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OverDrive is a provincial collection of fiction and non-fiction eBooks and eAudiobooks.
First time OverDrive users, read the instructions on how to get started.
Users may prefer using the Libby app (for Android and Apple). You can use Libby in place of, or in addition to, the OverDrive app. Of course, you can also continue to use the OverDrive app exclusively if you'd rather not try Libby at this time.
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hoopla eAudioBooks
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Borrow, listen, read, and enjoy on hoopla. Includes a selection of movies, television shows, educational/instructional videos, documentaries, music, audiobooks, eBooks, and comics via your browser, smartphone, or tablet (via iOS (Apple) devices and select Android devices). hoopla also supports Amazon Alexa devices including support for the Echo, Dot, Spot, and Show. No waiting lists. No holds. No late fees. Instant availability. Borrow 5 items per month. Get started enjoying hoopla.
Hoopla has released TV apps for AppleTV, AndroidTV, Roku, and Amazon FireTV 3rd Generation as well as the Chromecast Ultra device. Patrons can download a hoopla app to view content on their televisions. hoopla is not compatible with Kobo eReaders since they currently only support viewing in ePUB, Adobe PDF, plain text, and HTML. The device must be able to download the hoopla digital app for it to be a compatible device as well as it has to run one of our supported operating systems. hoopla works on most devices running Android 4.4 and above and then all devices that run iOS 11.4 and above.
Need to know how to set up hoopla on your TV, please read the hoopla FAQ page.
After downloading the hoopla app, you can download content to your device.
How to download movies, TV shows, audiobooks and music:
- After you borrow an item, you'll see its info screen.
- Tap the download prompt or Download to your device.
Next tap the item's title to the right of its cover. If you tap the cover instead, the item will open. Tapping the title will take you to the info screen where you can Download to your device. The item will download; these are large files and can take several minutes. Once downloaded, the download prompt will now say This Title is Downloaded, with the option to delete it.
Kids Mode: open the hoopla app on your device, select "settings", and flip the toggle to put hoopla into Kids Mode. Doing so only affects the device and not your account. Need to turn off Kids Mode? Simply go back to settings and flip the toggle back to off.
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Children's Books
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hoopla for Kids
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Enjoy hoopla Bonus Borrows for the month of November! From November 1-30, you can choose from hundreds of titles in themes including Holiday Family, Heroes & Villains, Thrills & Chills, Lifelong Learning Adult Education, Learn with hoopla! Kids, and more.
Borrow, listen, read, and enjoy on hoopla. Includes a selection of movies, television shows, educational/instructional videos, documentaries, music, audiobooks, eBooks, and comics via your browser, smartphone, or tablet (via iOS (Apple) devices and select Android devices). hoopla also supports Amazon Alexa devices including support for the Echo, Dot, Spot, and Show. No waiting lists. No holds. No late fees. Instant availability. Borrow 5 items per month. Get started enjoying hoopla.
hoopla has released TV apps for AppleTV, AndroidTV, Roku, and Amazon FireTV 3rd Generation as well as the Chromecast Ultra device. Patrons can download a hoopla app to view content on their televisions. hoopla is not compatible with Kobo eReaders since they currently only support viewing in ePub, Adobe PDF, plain text, and HTML. The device must be able to download the hoopla digital app for it to be a compatible device as well as it has to run one of our supported operating systems. hoopla works on most devices running Android 4.4 and above and then all devices that run iOS 11.4 and above.
Need to know how to set up hoopla on your TV, please read the hoopla FAQ page.
After downloading the hoopla app, you can download content to your device.
How to download movies, TV shows, audiobooks and music:
- After you borrow an item, you'll see its info screen.
- Tap the download prompt or Download to your device.
Next tap the item's title to the right of its cover. If you tap the cover instead, the item will open. Tapping the title will take you to the info screen where you can Download to your device. The item will download; these are large files and can take several minutes. Once downloaded, the download prompt will now say This Title is Downloaded, with the option to delete it.
Kids Mode: open the hoopla app on your device, select "settings", and flip the toggle to put hoopla into Kids Mode. Doing so only affects the device and not your account. Need to turn off Kids Mode? Simply go back to settings and flip the toggle back to off.
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PebbleGo
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Great children's books filled with true facts with read-aloud, videos, and photos.
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TumbleBook Library
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TumbleBook Library has over 1100 titles for Grades Kindergarten to Grade 6, and includes unique animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, National Geographic videos, non-fiction books, playlists, as well as books in Spanish and French. Plus, the collection features Graphic Novels and includes storybooks, read alongs, comics, math, puzzles, and games. It’s a great resource for tech-savvy kids, and teaches them the joy of reading in a format they’ll love.
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