Ebooks, Audiobooks, & More | How To Utilize The Library Today [CC]

[@allison7723]

As a librarian, THANK YOU for encouraging people to use the library. So many people don't know that you can recommend purchases and libraries (depending on budgets obvi) will almost always make the purchase! It's especially important now as many libraries are looking to expand their ebook collection. I would also encourage everyone to look to see if their library is doing physical book drop offs/pick ups/delivery. Several libraries in my area are doing a version of this to get physical books out to people.

[@LEFTONREAD]

Thanks for this comment 💛 also yes! I’m seeing a lot of comments like these. My Library is not open for drive through yet, but cool hearing that others are able to safely practice it already 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@kaythereader]

I use Libby and Hoopla. My library has a drive-thru. So, I can reserve the books online and just pick them up.

[@AC-ez2es]

Same here where I live and I use the cloudLibrary.

[@LEFTONREAD]

So awesome your library has that. A couple peoples are open with this. Mine is not, but honestly I’m not comfortable leaving the house yet. We are going to be moving to phase 2 next week with some places opening, so I’ll see how that goes! Also I just got on Hoopla today from the comments! So far loving it! It has all boys aren’t blue available to borrow immediately 😬😬

[@ropecrewman36]

My library has drive-thru, too! I just picked up some books today.

[@lydiajines95]

Thank you for talking about libraries and getting books for free! I feel like there’s such a push in the book community to be buying new books all the time and as a student I really can’t afford to do that. Thank you for sharing how you use these apps for your own reading 💗

[@LEFTONREAD]

Yeah it’s hard. Thank you for that comment. As a kid, if I didn’t have the library I would have NO ACESS to books. Books should be accessible. Also I just was raised on the library (for so many things outside of just books) so it’s literally inbedded in me. Will always be my first stop. 💯

[@cocochanel3812]

Yes sometimes booktube promotes consumerism but no one talks about that. The cool kids and rich kids get the newest books 🥴

[@RoisinsReading]

Thank you for talking about how to use your library digitally, I work in a library and this time has been hard for us so it's so good to hear people encouraging people to use the library and in hearing you talk about you working to ensure diversity in library selections. I'm hoping to join a library buying team this year and want to push for more diversity there too.

[@LEFTONREAD]

Yaaay I hope you are able to!

[@laconscozynook]

I do not know what I would do without Libby! It’s my main way to read and is the best book app ever!

[@LEFTONREAD]

Easiest interface! Love it 🙌🏾

[@booksoverbreakfast]

Yes!! I love my library and always tell everyone what services they offer. I’m hoping this quarantine has helped people fall back in love with the library ♥️

[@LEFTONREAD]

🥰🥰🥰

[@cocochanel3812]

🗣put them on game sis 😏. Library girls unite 😎

[@LEFTONREAD]

🤓🤓🤓

[@nymeria941]

This is a great video idea!! I mainly use Libby for audiobooks, and also to manage my kindle loans from my library.

[@JBJari]

Hey!! I am so excited that my library is using curbside service. Also my library also was doing e library cards where you can sign up electronically for free.

[@Jamaicangurl81]

Ooo also.. If you have family in another area/state... Use their address and get another library card from their area. (I live in West Palm Beach FL and I use my brother's address in Fort Lauderdale)... Bigger areas I find have more titles in their digital library

[@LEFTONREAD]

Jamaicangurl81 yes also please also consider submitting purchase suggestions because I’ve found 9/10 they will purchase it, and it helps getting books on the shelves/ accessible to others. Especially books by black authors or authors from other marginalized communities that are not typically “shopped” for the same.takes maybe an extra minute, but it helps.

[@Jamaicangurl81]

@@LEFTONREAD I haven't found that option on my library's website.. Will dig around some more..mayne I'll call them and ask

[@KristianaCembre]

Ebooks through my Library has been my saviour, love Libby!

[@LEFTONREAD]

💯

[@emilysfeather]

I got really excited about RB Digital cause I'd never heard of it and then sad cause they don't offer books in my country. BUT they offer a large selection of international magazines which is awesome! That way I can read magazines I'd never consider spending money on but still think are interesting (like Vogue or AD).

[@LEFTONREAD]

Darn sorry about the books part! What country if you don’t mind me asking? Still glad the magazine feature works ❤️

[@emilysfeather]

@@LEFTONREAD I'm based in Denmark. :) Luckily, my library is connected to Libby, so I was able to enjoy some audiobooks while the library was closed.

[@ladykingsrey3977]

Hi! You came as a recommendation from OhSheReads: “BLACK BOOKTUBER TAG” and I am looking forward to seeing more of your content.

[@ladykingsrey3977]

i added to my repertoire because of this video and i am thankful that you shared this info

[@mckenzieh7737]

I've been using Libby ever since you mentioned it in one of your older videos and I really enjoy it!

[@LEFTONREAD]

🤸🏾‍♀️🤸🏾‍♀️ that makes me so happy to hear 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@mommymarine1756]

I literally picked up pamphlets for both of those yesterday. Thanks for vouching for the platforms.

[@LEFTONREAD]

Wow that is so crazy! And absolutely! Sharing the information is key 💛💛🤗

[@Bookables]

I just discovered overdrive on my library! And I am hooked! I need to request more books on there as well for them to buy by black authors as well! Thanks for sharing these recs!

[@ByCourtenie]

Omg i didn’t know temporary library cards were available!! I just recently moved & thought I’d have to wait until libraries open back up but now I’m definitely going to look to see if my library has a temporary option. Thank you!!

[@LEFTONREAD]

Yaaaay! Hope you are successful 🙌🏾

[@AC-ez2es]

There is nothing for me to add because your comment section said it all. Great Video and you look marvelous.

[@LEFTONREAD]

Aww thank you 🤗🤗

[@neverendingsadventures]

Overdrive/Libby is a life saver. (My college library uses them.) I honestly can agree, such a great app, makes walking around campus amazing. It has also been a life saver during this pandemic.

[@LEFTONREAD]

Awesome that your college library utilized them! Love that.

[@DontHaveaDegreeinReading]

i love this video! i also use hoopla via my library card info and it is amazing. lots of great books for free and no holds!

[@acaraj]

Thanks for the reminder! I tried using these options a lil while back and they didn't have the books I was looking for, so I deleted the app. By now, I'm sure the available selections have improved. Plus I'll be using the request purchase option now as well. You can't beat free!

[@LEFTONREAD]

🤸🏾‍♀️🤸🏾‍♀️🤸🏾‍♀️ yay hope you are successful! Hoopla app is another good less popular app.

[@littlebear3879]

In the U.K. I use Libby, Borrow Box and RB Digital. It looks like you have more choices of books though. My physical book stack has increased but I’m being too lazy to hold a book during Rona. I get to listen at 1.5 speed and craft away.

[@eliseisreading3589]

Love this!! I like using Hoopla and CloudLibrary.

[@LEFTONREAD]

Hoopla is becoming a fave!

[@TheUndertowWithJoe]

Hey Jourdan!! I also use Overdrive on my commutes for when I want to do my Japanese lessons, or study material. I havent used it in a while and kind of forgot about it without realizing it, so I really needed this! Thank you!

[@mommymarine1756]

What are you using to learn? I have about 5 months to dedicate to learning more Japanese before classes start again. Right now I have Pimsleur* but I feel like I’m a little pass that.

[@TheUndertowWithJoe]

Mommy Marine So my best resource was my Sensei, (i live in Japan), Genki I and II (and actually mastering them) will get you pretty far atleast N4/N3 level. The best thing you can do to get better rapidly is by practicing even OTP or by internet webcam if need be. I recommend HelloTalk as well. Good luck on your studies, 私の友達📚📚

[@LEFTONREAD]

So awesome! Also the (free) hoopla app has great language options (outside of just books in general)

[@jabberjustice_]

Thank you! I have Libby and understand overdrive, but I did not realize RBG Digital had an app also.🎈

[@LEFTONREAD]

Yes! I use it as a supplement when Libby/ overdrive do not have a title

[@beebacchusvines7642]

Love this! I'm an avid lover of both buying and using the library. Our library also has hoopla, which offers ebooks, comics, movies, music, etc. But Libby is nice if you have multiple library cards (bc small states and easy access, thank you!)

[@LEFTONREAD]

Yes! Honestly hoopla, Libby, rb digital all are like supplements. They overlap but many times carry different books.

[@ttill4246]

Great video! My library is actually better with ebooks than print copies. They literally have ebooks available on the release day. I like reading a physical copy, but since quarantine, I'm starting to really come around to ebooks!

[@LEFTONREAD]

Tiffany Tillman I echo ALL OF THIS! It’s crazy because I used it before, but like you, I LOVE physical copies. This has forced me to only use the apps and they just have way more book options and new releases.

[@BooksAndJams]

I’ve never heard of RVDigital. I mainly use Hoopla because I’m impatient! Haha. I do use Libby sometimes but hate the wait.

[@jkatew]

Thanks! I’m going to try it. I thought I needed to wait until my library reopened! ✨

[@LEFTONREAD]

I am so happy to hear this! Yes please do. Happy reading 💙💙

[@cabejackson7518]

I move around a lot, so I use Lobby but I have like 3 accounts on there...so it’s nice to see if it’s available from one library card if not available on the other.

[@SereneDancer]

I use Libby but I'll have to check out the other one!

[@haylee1007]

Scribd is like the Netflix for books. It's a monthly subscription (less than $10/mo and the 1st month is free). There are audiobooks on there too. They don't always have every book you want to read available right away but it has a ton and I can usually find the books I'm looking for.

[@LEFTONREAD]

Yeah I used their free trial and after the 30 just stopped. But definitely a paid option that is available.

[@amyheadstrom2455]

I use Libby and it's great!

[@LEFTONREAD]

Best format out of the free book apps I use

[@elenathegreat]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Hoopla. My library doesn't even promote it and it makes me so angry because it's so so great! I wasn't aware of RBDigital so thanks for the rec

[@mrssirrea]

Such a amazing video!! I tell everyone about overdrive🤗 I request so many book they tell me I reached my limit😩

[@LEFTONREAD]

😂😂 SAME! I love that the different apps don’t read to eachother so I’ll max out on RB Digital and overdrive feeling like I did something 😎

[@AbiofPellinor]

In the UK we don't have as good online services (or at least not in the 3 counties I've lived in, it's different in all of them). I wish we got Overdrive!!! But I do still use the library where I can!

[@ropecrewman36]

I've been using Libby ever since my local library closed. Just discovered Hoopla two weeks ago and per your recommendation, I will probably use it more. ☺

[@LEFTONREAD]

Same on just discovering hoopla! Using all 3 as supplements to one another. Loving it!

[@Jamaicangurl81]

My books folder looks like yours.. Except Apple books since I'm on an android. I use Cloud Library and Hoopla as well as those are what my library uses.

[@LEFTONREAD]

You are the second person to say Hoopla, I’ll have to check it out 👌🏾

[@7PLUTIE]

Add axis360 too

[@julievasquez1268]

your lipstick is beautiful!

[@LEFTONREAD]

Thank you! It’s like a combo of 3 different ones to make the shade 😩

[@ThistleVerse]

Useful video.

[@Iivfitz]

Can you link your Goodreads account?

[@LEFTONREAD]

I THINK it’s Booking Jourdan but will have to look it up (I don’t update regularly)

[@ladyjustice7]

Love using the Libby/Overdive app! I also use the Hoopla app. Didn't know about rbdigital app. Will check that out. 😊

[@LEFTONREAD]

SAME! loved it before, but now while social distancing, its been a CRITICAL!

[@livinginadaydream1]

Libby is helpful but I have to wait sooooo long for like half the books on my hold list. When I put a hold on Dune they said it'd be about 6 months

[@LEFTONREAD]

I guess the books that I read are probably not as popular. Although I read new releases, the waits are never too long. Hoopla app is another option, where like rb digital, not as popular.

[@livinginadaydream1]

Awesome, good to know! I think I'll make a pivot towards lesser known authors so that I don't get stuck in these lines. I guess it could also be that I have a small local library so they just don't have a lot of copies in the first place. But I should probably read more of my physical books, I have so many on my shelf I still haven't read but I keep going back to Libby lol.

[@Anesjournal]

I use overdrive, I don't know what I'm doing wrong in libby but it doesn't work that well for me.

[@LEFTONREAD]

O wow really? That’s interesting because Libby is powered by overdrive.. they mimic the options/ selections though, so if overdrive is working for you, stick to that. I only use Libby because the interface is easier. Now RB digital and Hoopla have a different book listing/ book selections.

[@Anesjournal]

​@@LEFTONREAD Honestly it's probably me just being old. I've just downloaded RB digital and hoolpa, as barely any of the black authors I search for are available in overdrive

[@JoshsBookishVoyage]

I really like Scribd. I know it's not free but it is a decent price with a large collection.

[@LEFTONREAD]

Yes there interface was nice! I did their free trial for a month and was really impressed.

[@1922mistyblue]

I use RB Digital but it’s very limited

[@LEFTONREAD]

It is! I find it has niche options though. Like ALL of Jesmyn wards books or Alyssa Cole. And one off just options that Libby does not. I very much use it as a supplement if I cannot find via Libby or the wait times are too long.

[@meghanj28]

My library also has CloudLibrary! I don’t like the interface as much as Libby (my love 😍) but it pretty much always has new releases and at most like 2 weeks. (I just put the Clap When You Land audiobook on hold and I’ll get it in 12 days. On Libby the wait was like 5 months) Also, this might be a little shady but get a library card for anywhere you’ve lived! I have a library card from my parents’ house and the city that I live in now. Libby allows you to flip back and forth between the cards really easily and it gives you a way bigger selection!! Never live somewhere without getting a library card. Lol

[@LEFTONREAD]

A person after my own heart! I have a library card from EVERY where I’ve lived as well 😉😉! Yaay we will be reading clap when you land around the same time! My hold is finally up.

[@HeyImCheri]

I use Hoopla it's decent.

[@LEFTONREAD]

Another person said this! I’ll have to check it out 👌🏾

[@cocochannel7909]

My library card expired and I was taking my time renewing it. Then quarantine happened 😞

[@Cozyarthur]

Here I am crying in portuguese because we don’t have systems like that here in Portugal 😭 Really interesting video nonetheless, those apps sound amazing!

[@LEFTONREAD]

Awww I hope you find something similar 😕. Sending you so much love ❤️

[@lydiawalker0714]

If my library doesn't have a book I want to read immediately, I start a free trial with Audible or Scribd and cancel before the 30 days is up. You can do this once a year and not pay a cent.

[@LEFTONREAD]

Yes! I’ve had free accounts with both. But please also consider submitting purchase suggestions because I’ve found 9/10 they will purchase it, and it helps getting books on the shelves/ accessible to others. Especially books by black authors or authors from other marginalized communities that are not typically “shopped” for the same.

[@lydiawalker0714]

@@LEFTONREAD Only three of the books I listened to on those services are by black authors. My library didn't have them at the time, but they do now. I usually use Scribd and Audible when I don't have imitate access to them through my library or they only have the e-book. My library only let's me request one book a month, so I'm picky about what I request.

[@coly15]

I really recommend pdfduck.com, ebookscart.com and allbooksworld.com where you can download books for free! It's absolutely amazing! But I also agree with supporting libraries as well!

[@Angel-co3ge]

UMMMMM Don't tell me we are in the same county!! OMG

[@DEEliot-ky9cl]

I mean you could also give me your email address or your P.O. Box address and I can send you free copies of my novels. I'm just saying 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@kymberlycourage]

Hey, I’ll be glad to read it and review if you’d like 😊

[@LEFTONREAD]

Hey you have a taker right below me 🤷🏾‍♀️Look at that lol 😂😂

[@DEEliot-ky9cl]

@@kymberlycourage send your email to [e-mail] and I'll send you an ebook copy. Now once you are blown away, make sure you come back here and rub it in everyone's face about how they missed out. LOL

[@kymberlycourage]

@@DEEliot-ky9cl Hey, thanks for the response. I've sent you an email. 😊