Kindle eBooks from OverDrive can be read on a Kindle or with the free Kindle app on another device. There are two methods:
- Get Kindle eBooks using OverDrive
This method is best for browsing and discovering titles because you can limit your search to just Kindle eBooks.
- Get Kindle eBooks from the Catalog (see below)
This method is best if you know exactly what you want.
Get Kindle eBooks from the Catalog:
- Go to the Catalog and find the title you want.
Tip: After you search, choose Format and then Books on the left, and then select eBook. If you don't see any options on the left, first click
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- If the item is currently checked out, place a hold by clicking Place hold. Log in if prompted. Confirm that Kindle is an option. Click Place Hold.
If the item is available, click Check out. Log in if prompted.
- Confirm that Kindle is an option and then click Check out.
Tip: If the Kindle format is not shown, you can read the book in a browser using OverDrive Read.
- After checking out the eBook, click Access this item.
- Choose Read now with Kindle.
- Amazon will load in a new tab or window. Log in if prompted. Find Get Library Book on the right. Confirm the device to which you want the book delivered with the drop-down menu and then click Get Library Book.
- Your Kindle eBook will be delivered the next time your device syncs.
Need help?
If you are an Austin Public Library member, please call, email, or text us.
Not a member with us? Contact your own library for assistance.