Please note that the Windows app store does not have any apps compatible with these digital book systems. We are encouraging development of in-browser reading with more vendors, which would allow any device without a software or app version to use their system, cloudLibrary is the newest addition to your access (12/12/2016).
Services available:
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What is it?
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cloudLibrary
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eBooks - eBooks - mostly fiction, some popular nonfiction. These instructions are for an online reader option.
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Enki Library
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eBooks - wide variety of fiction & nonfiction which also includes independent publishers & self-published books. These instructions are for the Read Online option.
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Britannica E-STAX
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Kids' nonfiction eBooks - no specific checkout, use as many books as you would like. Read in your browser or install the software to be able to use the books offline.
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BookFlix
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Digital storybooks - No checkout, use as many books as you like. Books are viewed in browser so no apps or downloads of files.
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Suggested Free Services
As your device has fewer use options, please remember these:
- Project Gutenberg (eBooks) - this has an online reader, but you would be able to download the EPUB file for a book directly onto your device or into a free EPUB reader from your Windows app store.
- LibriVox (audiobooks) - can listen online, or download the mp3 files directly onto your device. Will be able to play them from the Music app on the device.
- Unite for Literacy (kids picture eBooks with audio) - these work in browser and do not download.