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Read for Free from a Phone or Tablet through Library Name

Digital ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and video available anytime, anywhere

(City, State) – Month Day, Year – Library name is proud to offer a wide selection of popular digital ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and streaming video from the library’s website. With a library card, members of the community can borrow from the digital collection for free anytime, anywhere. To begin reading, visit [http://***.lib.] or download Libby, the award winning one-tap reading app.

Library name has X titles in their catalog including collections such as best-sellers, children’s, business, romance and something for readers of all ages. The library also offers a collection of audiobooks, the fastest growing segment of the publishing industry that offers the convenience of listening on the go.

[Quote from Library staff member (excitement about the service, any information on training classes/demonstrations being offered, first-hand experience using the service, etc.)]

Users may browse the library’s digital collection, instantly borrow titles and start reading, listening or watching for free. This service is compatible with all major computers and devices, including iPhone®, iPad®, Android™, Windows® phones and tablets, and Kindle® [U.S. Libraries]. All titles will automatically expire at the end of the lending period. There are no late fees. To acquire a card, [explain the process and include Instant Digital Card, if offered.]

This service, powered by OverDrive, is free for users with a library card. To get started enjoying ebooks, audiobooks and more, visit [http://***.lib.] or download Libby.

About Rakuten OverDrive and Libby

OverDrive is the leading digital reading platform for libraries and schools worldwide. Named one of Google Play’s Best Apps of 2017, the award-winning Libby is the "one-tap reading app" for libraries. We are dedicated to “a world enlightened by reading” by delivering the industry’s largest catalog of ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and other digital media to a growing network of 40,000 libraries and schools in 70 countries. Founded in 1986, OverDrive is based in Cleveland, Ohio USA and owned by Tokyo-based Rakuten.

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