Archive for the ‘Audiobooks’ Category

Why the New Steve Jobs Biography Isn’t Available in Library2Go

Ever wonder why you can’t find some of your favorite authors available via our Library2Go service?  Well, Simon & Schuster and Macmillan (and all of their imprints) have never sold eBooks and audiobooks to libraries, period.  Penguin, Brilliance Audio, and Hachette Book Group stopped selling eBooks and audiobooks to libraries because of disputes with OverDrive [...]

Ereader Madness! (Free ereader clinic – this Friday!)

Do you own an ereader but not sure how it works? Confused about how to download ebooks or audiobooks to it? Or, are you thinking of buying one for a special someone over this holiday season? Do you have a sneaking suspicion you might receive one as a gift? Our last ereader/ebook clinic was such [...]

Oregonians love their library ebooks!

Library2Go, the state’s shared downloadable ebook and audiobook collection is one of the most popular in the country.  We are second only to New York Public Library in the number of holds per title.

Overcoming Obstacles – Sport Stories of Champions

Just recently I watched my dad coach his high school soccer team to their second state championship.  After giving their all through 110 minutes of regulation and overtime, the team persevered and narrowly won the gold in penalty kicks. It capped off an amazing season, filled with highs and lows, excitement and sports drama. And [...]

Questions about ereaders and library ebooks?

As you prepare for the holiday season, maybe you are thinking about buying an ereader?  Or, maybe you already have one but have questions about it?  Mark your calendar for Friday, November 18 from 11:00 am -1:00 pm! The Second Floor Librarians will be hosting another one of our popular ebook drop in clinics.

Meditation resources at the library

Are you curious about meditation?  One of my co-workers is taking a meditation class, and since it is something I’ve always wanted to try,  I decided to take a look at what the library has on the subject.

Help is on the way!

Not only are we offering another download clinic this Saturday [June 11th @ 3-4PM] but librarians are available to help with your specific download questions or troubleshooting. 

Answers to your ebook & audiobook questions

Do you have questions about downloading library ebooks and/or audiobooks from Library2Go?  Not sure how to get your device to work with Library2Go? Want to get some advice on an ereader to buy?

Extra copies of Library2Go ebooks and Audiobooks

One of the biggest complaints we hear about Libray2Go is that there aren’t enough books available to check out.   We hear you!  

New Blackberry app to download ebooks & audiobooks

Blackberry users rejoice!  OverDrive recently announced the release of its OverDrive Media Console app for BlackBerry mobile devices, which allows users to wirelessly check out library ebooks and audiobooks.