The library offers several options for checking out and using eBooks and eAudiobooks, all you need is your Northbrook Library card.

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READ: eBooks

You have three options for checking out and downloading eBooks.
Can't decide on one? You can use all three!

Digital Library of Illinois

Large selection of eBooks you can read on your computer or portable device. You can use it with the Libby app for iOs and Android devices. Compatible with Kindle eReaders

CloudLibrary

Very easy to use; slightly smaller collection. Not compatible with Kindle eReaders

Hoopla

Smallest selection of eBooks available. Works on computers and portable devices. Not compatible with Kindle eReaders or other eReaders

Axis 360 (Kids)

Large collection of eBooks for kids (no teen or adult titles). Works on computers and portable devices. An Axis 360 app is available for iOS, Android, and certain Amazon devices.

LISTEN: eAudio

You can check out, download, and listen to eAudiobooks on your computer, smartphone, or tablet using Digital Library of Illinois and Hoopla. Sorry, eAudiobooks are not compatible with Kindle eReaders or other eReaders.

Digital Library of Illinois

Largest audiobook collection. Works on computers and portable devices. You can use it with the Libby app for iOs and Android devices.

Hoopla

Smallest selection of audiobooks available. Works on computers and portable devices.

Axis 360 (Kids)

Large collection of audiobooks for kids (no teen or adult titles). Works on computers and portable devices. An Axis 360 app is available for iOS, Android, and certain Amazon devices.

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For Tablets & Smartphones

Other eReaders

Includes all NOOK devices except the 2016 NOOK tablet

NOOK GlowLight Plus

Be sure to create an Adobe ID first

Kindle Fire Tablets

Kindle eReaders

CloudLibrary is not compatible with Kindle eReader