From the library catalogue:
- Search for an eBook by title, author, subject, or keyword.
- Use the Format filter on the left-hand side to limit your search results to eBooks.
- Individually check each item on the list by clicking the 'Check Availability' section.
- If available, click the item's 'Available for Checkout' link.
From the Digital Media Catalogue on OverDrive:
- Search for an eBook by title, author, subject or keyword.
- Use the filters on the left-hand side to limit the results to both eBooks as well as what's available.
Getting started with digital media
New to the world of OPL's digital collection? Here are some guides.
Magazines
Ebooks and audiobooks
Device guides
You can download and read our collection of eBooks and audiobooks on your computer, laptop, smartphone, tablet, or eReader. These device guides can help you.
Android smartphone or tablet (includes Amazon Fire tablets, NOOK tablets, and Kobo tablets)
iOS Devices (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch)
eInk eReaders (such as the older Kobos, Kobo Glo or Aura HD)
- eBooks and audiobooks from OverDrive for most eReaders
- French eBooks from Cantook Station for most eReaders
Mac computer
Windows computer
Need additional help?
In-person help
Take a look at our Digital Collection Support page which includes resources for our various eBook and eAudiobooks platforms: https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/digital-collection-support-0.
The items you can access depend on your device. Visit this webpage to learn more about device compatibility and available platforms: https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/digital-collection-support-0.