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Between Two Worlds

Nonfiction reflections from AANHPI writers

Ink & Ancestry

Modern classics and bold debuts by AANHPI authors.

Staff Picks

Microhistories

History examined through the lens of a specific topic.

Heated Rivalry

Sweet and spicy LGBTQIA+ sports romances.

Choose Your Aesthetic: Cottagecore Books

You've just come in from the garden? Go ahead and wash your hands, make a cup of tea, and enjoy one of these cozy titles.

Ways to Read & Listen

Not sure where to start? We offer several services for reading eBooks and eAudiobooks. Each one has different titles, features, and ways to access. Choose what works best for you.

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OverDrive Libby - eBooks and eAudiobooks

Get Kindle eBooks and more. Libby makes it easy to borrow and read eBooks and eAudiobooks—on Kindle, in the app, or in your browser.
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Palace Project

Browse, borrow, and read eBooks and eAudiobooks in one app. Includes titles from OverDrive, Audible, and more—no switching between apps.
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O'Reilly for Public Libraries

O’Reilly for Public Libraries offers unlimited access to technology and business eBooks, videos, case studies, learning paths, and more.
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LOTE4Kids

Kids can now enjoy over 9,000 read-along eBooks in over 100 languages, together with English translations. Now includes Sign Language!

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Get Kindle Help

Use our tutorial to learn everything you need to know about managing your Kindle eBooks at OverDrive.
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eLibrary Quick Start Guides

Check out our Quick Start Guides for getting-started help.
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eLibrary FAQs

Get answers to commonly asked questions about the eLibrary.

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Novelist+

Find your next great read. Browse by author, genre, mood, or theme. Get read-alikes, book club picks, and recommendations for all ages.
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Book Match

Not sure what to read next? Our matchmakers will create a personalized reading list based on what you enjoy.
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BookBrowse

An online magazine for readers featuring reviews, previews, author interviews, reading guides, and behind-the-book insights.
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