We belong to the New Hampshire Downloadable Books Consortium. Using your Converse Free Library 14-digit card number, you can download eBooks and audios to your smartphone (using the Libby for Overdrive app) or a variety of tablets, laptops, and other devices.
There are over 25,000 titles in the NHDB collection, many with multiple copies (this is a one-copy, one-user service). Titles are added to both collections monthly. NHDB is also offers 25 digital magazines, easily read within the Libby app. Magazines do not count against your check-outs either. For a look at the myriad offerings, click HERE.
A patron registration number, available to you as a library card, is necessary to download from these collections. If you have not picked up your library card, call or email the library to get yours.
For trouble shooting, visit the New Hampshire Downloadable Books for Readers LibGuide.
Libby, by OverDrive
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- Libby is the new app to enjoy ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines from OverDrive.
- Easy to get started for first-time users and a streamlined experience for current OverDrive app users.
- Ebooks can be sent to your Kindle or Kindle reading app. Learn how.
- Available from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store for smartphones and tablets.
- Need help? Visit our full Libby Help site.
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OverDrive (New Hampshire Downloadable Books)
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- You can browse our OverDrive collection of ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and videos on your computer or download the classic OverDrive app.
- The classic OverDrive app is recommended if using an older device or a Fire tablet, require the use of a screen reader, or want to view our selection of streaming videos.
- Ebooks can be sent to your Kindle or Kindle reading app. Learn how.
- Available on iOS, Android, Chromebooks, Kindle Fire, and laptop/desktop computers.
- Need help? Visit the OverDrive Help site.
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You will find detailed information and troubleshooting advice at the New Hampshire Downloadable Books for Readers LibGuide.
Your library staff is always happy to help, too. Many of our patrons have found that a combination of virtual and physical reading materials suits them best. By exploring this option, you’ll find out what works best for you, too.
The library occasionally has tablets and eReaders to borrow. Ask a staff member about them if you would like to take one for a test drive.
The Friends of Lyme Library generously provide the funds for this program.
