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What device can I use?

Most iPods, mP3 players, smartphones, and tablets, as well as dedicated ebook readers such as the Sony Reader and Barnes & Noble nook, are compatible with the library's audiobook downloads. Browse the list of compatible devices.

*A Note for Mac Users

To use the WMA file format on an Apple device you must originate the the download and transfer with a Windows PC.

AudioBookCloud

audiobookcloud

The AudioBookCloud is a collection of online audio books that you can listen to online. Each book is divided into sections and allows for "bookmarks". So, it is not necessary to listen to an entire book at one sitting.

 
Overdrive App
Step by step handout:
Mobile Devices

Formats Available:

MP3MP3

Software Needed:
Overdrive App

Downloading & Transferring with a Windows PC
Windows Step by step handout:
iPod & MP3 players

Formats Available:

MP3MP3

WMAWMA*

 Software Needed:
Overdrive Media Console

iTunes
Required for transferring to Apple devices only.

Downloading & Transferring with a Mac
Mac Step by step handout:
iPod & MP3 players

Formats Available:

MP3MP3

Software Needed:
Overdrive Media Console

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