Online Learning

eLibrary services

Have fun and enrich yourself at the same time with our collection of online resources which are available for you to use 24/7.

eBooks

Library members can borrow eBooks, audiobooks and magazines for free from Libby by Overdrive.

Choose from bestsellers, fiction, nonfiction, books for children, and more.

You can stream titles with WiFi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime, anywhere.

All you need to get started is your library card membership number and pin or password.

In just a few taps, you can start reading or listening instantly on your phone, tablet or computer. This digital library is available 24/7 without the need for you to leave home.

Download the Libby app from the Apple App Store or Google Play to get started. Or, use it in your web browser at libbyapp.com

  • Download the Libby App
  • Find your library
  • Enter your library card
  • Enjoy!

Audiobooks

Borrow and listen to eAudiobooks on your portable device, tablet, or phone using BorrowBox.

A collection of fantastic audio books for both adults and children can be downloaded onto your computer, MP3 player, smartphone, e-reader or tablet. It's all available from the comfort of your own home. 

You can log in using your library card membership number and pin or password.

Film streaming

Get access to thousands of films and documentaries for free with Kanopy.

Enjoy critically-acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films and more. Kanopy has over 150 films added each month, so you are sure to find something new.

Simply add your library card membership number and pin or password.

Digital newspapers and magazines

With PressReader, get access to thousands of newspapers and magazines from around the world in more than 60 languages. You can read the latest editions as soon as they are published.

There are no limits on downloads and they are yours to keep forever.

To download newspapers and magazines, you will need your library card membership number and pin or password.

You can get unlimited access to PressReader when you visit any building managed by Vision RCL. This includes Libraries, Leisure Centres and the Kenneth More Theatre. From there, you will gain access to PressReader for 48 hours. To access from home, you will require your library card membership number and pin or password.