The Library subscribes to OverDrive, which is an ebook and audiobook platform owned by the Rakuten company. You may place a hold on up to 10 books at a time. You will receive an email when the book is available. If a book is checked out by another patron, simply put a hold on the book in OverDrive. Visit your Loans page when logged into your OverDrive account. They will simply expire when the loan period is over.

You don't need to do anything to return books.

If there are holds on the book, you can request the book again. No late fees.īefore a book is due, you will have the option to renew from your Loans page when logged into your OverDrive account.

Materials will be returned automatically - no action on your part is required. You may choose a shorter borrowing period. If you wish to use OverDrive on your phone, mobile device, or ereader, some additional set-up may be required. You can read and listen to books right in your browser. Your Cal credentials are enough.ĭo I have to download any software or apps to use OverDrive? You do not need to create a separate OverDrive account. Visit OverDrive at UC Berkeley and borrow by logging in with your Cal username and password.ĭo I need to create an OverDrive account? eReaders (e.g., Kobo, Nook): use Adobe Digital Editions.Kindle ereader: you'll be asked to log into Amazon to send to Kindle.Phone or tablet: download the Libby app.Computer or laptop: read or listen in a web browser.You can enjoy books online, download to your device, or read on your Kindle or ereaderĪny current UC Berkeley faculty, student or staff member can borrow books from OverDrive.Strongest in high-use fiction and nonfiction.Library service for borrowing ebooks and audiobooks.

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