Libby / OverDrive

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How to use it

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Needs: Library card
300,000+ ebooks and e-audiobooks, including bestsellers, classics, and magazines. Libby app for mobile; OverDrive for desktop. Also includes magazines via OverDrive and The Great Courses (some titles).
Limits: 3 checkouts + 3 holds from OverDrive/Libby at any one time. Loan period: up to 21 days.
Can replace: Audible ($14.95/mo), Kindle Unlimited ($11.99/mo), Scribd ($11.99/mo)

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