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Libby eBooks and Audiobooks: Home

Welcome to Libby!

The free Libby app is the easiest way to get started with ebooks and audiobooks from the library. All you need to do is download the app and sign into our library using your MyCanisius login to begin browsing the digital collection.

 

How-To (Don't Worry, It's Easy!)

Getting Started

Getting started is easy! Just follow these simple instructions:

  1. Install the Libby app from the app store on your Android or iOS device.
  2. In Libby, follow the prompts to find Canisius University (under Northern New York Library Network) and sign in with your MyCanisius login.
  3. Browse the digital collection and borrow a title.

Prefer to use a web browser? Simply visit https://libbyapp.com/library/nnyoverdrive and sign in with your MyCanisius login.

Borrowing Privileges:

  • Titles are automatically returned at the end of the lending period. No late fees!
  • Check out up to 3 titles at a time.
  • Borrow titles for up to 21 days.
  • You can place a hold on 10 titles at a time.

Quick Tips:

If a title is not available, you can place a hold.

  • After you place a hold, view your spot in line by going to your Shelf, tapping Holds, then tapping Wait List.

You can view your place in line for a hold.

  • After you place a hold, go to Shelf > Holds and tap the calendar icon. You'll see your approximate wait time, the number of copies in use, and the number of people waiting.

You can save time by saving your preferences.

  • Tap Preferences at the top of your library's home screen, or at the top of any list. Adjust your filters and default sorting option. Tap Apply Preferences.

You can explore more book recommendations.

  • Tap Explore at the top of your library's home screen to discover your next great read. Search by subject, popularity, what's available, and more.

You can add more than one library card.

  • Tap the Libby icon in the top right corner, then tap Add a Library. You can search by name of zip code.

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Other Libraries to Add

Canisius provides access to 2,000+ ebooks and 700+ audiobooks, but you can expand your collection further by adding any public libraries that you are member to your Libby account. 

Did you know?: Anyone who is a resident of New York State is eligible for an New York Public Library card.

Kindle Devices

You can also have your ebooks delivered to a Kindle device. Complete directions are available at Libby Help - Kindle Help.

Need Additional Help?

There is an in-app support feature to help answer frequently asked questions. Visit: https://help.libbyapp.com/