Polk's Digital Library Makes Room for Reading Beyond the Bookshelf

A library visit does not always require a trip across town. The Polk County Library Cooperative's online collection includes ebooks and audiobooks, with sections for children, teens and adults and a way to browse titles that are currently available.

Start with the collection, then your account

The cooperative's OverDrive site directs readers toward Libby for mobile reading and listening. Signing in connects the catalog with a library account so readers can see available titles and manage borrowing. If you are new to the system, ask a member library which card and account setup applies to you rather than opening multiple accounts.

Build a reading habit that fits

Audiobooks can work well for a walk or household chores, while an ebook can be useful when carrying a physical book is inconvenient. Start with one title and check its loan details before downloading. Popular books may involve a wait, so browsing the available-now section is an easy alternative. Parents can begin in the children's or teen collections and review selections together. For account problems or questions about getting a card, use the help and member-library links on the cooperative's catalog.

Sources and further information

• Polk County Library Cooperative: Digital Collection

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