Overdrive
Free e-books and downloadable audiobooks with your library card
Titles you can check out at one time: 7
Mobile Apps
Software Downloads
For downloading and transferring e-books to a Nook, Sony, Kobo or other e-reader.
For downloading and transferring e-audiobooks to an iPod or MP3 player.
Early Returns
Titles are automatically returned at the end of the loan period. If you want, you are often able to return them early.
E-books
Before choosing a file format, return e-books early from the My Account page.
After choosing a file format and downloading, use the return feature in Adobe Digital Editions, Amazon's "Manage Your Kindle" page, or the Android and Apple apps.
Audiobooks
Use the return feature in Android or apple app, or the Overdrive Media Console on a PC.
Audiobooks can not be returned early if you are using the Overdrive Media Console on a Mac or if you have a WMA file.
Renewals
If a title is available to renew, the option will appear on the My Account page within 3 days of its expiration.
If a title is not available to renew, you can borrow it again after it expires if there are no holds on it.
Get help with specific issues here. Or call (510) 981-6148 for personal assistance during library hours.
- MY ACCOUNT
Due dates, holds, wishlists and ratings - EARLY RETURN
- COMPATIBLE DEVICES
Find out if your device works with Overdrive (it probably does) - FILE FORMATS
Learn what file format to choose for your device - SECURITY UPGRADE
If you need to do a security upgrade on Overdrive Media Console