Computer class taught at the West Haven Public Library.

1. Library eBooks
West Haven Public Library
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2. Definitions
• eBook • eReader
• Digital copy of a book • Device used for reading
• Transferred electronically eBooks
• Displays eBook file you
• Available from the library
checkout from the
website
library
• Can be read on a • Many different brands
Computer or eReader
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3. 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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4. 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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5. 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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6. Popular eReaders
Kindle Fire and Kindle by
Amazon
Compatible with “Kindle” eBooks
available from the library
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7. Popular eReaders
Nook by Barnes & Noble
Compatible with “ePub” eBooks available
from the library
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8. Popular eReaders
iPad, iPod touch, iPhone by Apple
Compatible with “ePub” eBooks available
from the library via the OverDrive app
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9. 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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10. 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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11. 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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12. eBook Formats
• Kindle for Kindle reader
• Adobe ePub for other types
• Nook
• iPad
• Sony Reader
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13. 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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14. Overdrive
• Select format
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15. Overdrive
• Enter your Library Card number
212510000000
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16. 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
devices
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17. 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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18. • Different process for transferring your
eBook depending of which eReader you
have.
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19. Getting eBooks for your Kindle
• You will need your
library card and your
Amazon account
login.
• Select Kindle format
eBook in OverDrive
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20. Getting eBooks for your Kindle
• Click download library book
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21. Getting eBooks for your Kindle
• Login into your Amazon account.
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22. Getting eBooks for your Kindle
• Login into your Amazon account.
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23. 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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24. Managing Kindle eBooks
• Login to your Amazon account, select “Manage
Kindle” to return items early or delete entirely.
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25. 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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26. 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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27. Getting eBooks for iPad &
iPhone
• Add a library by
searching for
West Haven
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28. 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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29. 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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30. 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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31. Getting eBooks for your Nook
• Download eBook from Overdrive
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32. Getting eBooks for your Nook
• Open in Adobe Digital Editions
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34. 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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36. For additional Help
• Ask staff at any West Haven library locations
• Instruction sheets for popular devices
“Library eBooks” page at our website
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David Cirella- dcirella@westhavenlibrary.org westhavenpl.org