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No Wait? No Way! Always Available Digital Collections
One of the library’s best kept secrets is our collection of always available digital books and audiobooks. They can be checked out simultaneously, and checkouts are unlimited. Perfect for book groups or reconnecting with a personal favorite, these collections provide 24/7 access to timeless classics alongside brand new releases. The library just added “Mysteries and Thrillers… Continue reading
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Attention, Libby Users: You May Need to Take This Step
If you use Libby or OverDrive to check out e-books or e-audiobooks, you may need to take a simple step next week. After planned maintenance on OverDrive/Libby occurs on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 7 a.m., users may need to re-verify their accounts. Here’s how to re-verify your library card in Libby Continue reading
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Digital Book Bonanza
Are you an ebook reader? An audiobook convert? The Library’s collection of digital books (OverDrive if you’re on the web, or Libby if you’re using the app) just grew by the thousands in December. Here are a few highlights: Nearly 300 new audiobooks have been added to our Always Available Audio collection – no holds,… Continue reading
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The Seattle Public Library Is Reducing Our Maximum Digital Holds. Here’s Why.
Starting Tuesday, March 19, The Seattle Public Library is reducing the number of maximum holds allowed on e-books and e-audiobooks from 25 to 10. Please note that if you have more than 10 holds on digital books at that time, you won’t lose any of these holds. You just won’t be able to place new… Continue reading
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“Read any Good Books?” Library Tools for Remembering
“Read any good books this year?” That’s one of my family’s favorite questions around the holiday table. But if the past is any indication, my answer will be something like: “Yes! … If I could only remember them.” I have long wanted an easy, reliable method of keeping track of books I’ve read. I’ve tried… Continue reading
