eBooks & eAudio
OverDrive Media Catalog
How To Download eBooks & eAudio
Handouts from "OverDrive Simplified" the library's hands-on class on downloading eBooks
Downloading to a Nook (also works for any device using Adobe Digital Editions, such as Sony eReader and Kobo)
Downloading to an iPad (also works for any other device using an App such as iPhone, iPod touch, smart phone, and other cell phones and tablet computers)
For video tutorials that demonstrate the step-by-step process for library patrons in the Minuteman Library System please select a video below. These tutorials were generously shared by Michael Wick from the Wellesley Free Library.
- For the Kindle**: http://bit.ly/overdrive-kindle
- For the Kindle Fire: http://bit.ly/overdrive_kindlefire
- Overdrive Media Console app for the Kindle Fire: http://bit.ly/overdrive_fireapp
- For the Nook: http://bit.ly/overdrive_nook
- For the iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch: http://bit.ly/overdrive_ipad
For other devices*, if you have a Sony eReader, Kobo or other device that uses Adobe Digital Editions to transfer content, refer to the Nook tutorial above. If you have a smart phone or tablet that uses Apps, refer to the iPad video.
OverDrive also has several excellent tutorial videos and instructions available. http://www.youtube.com/user/DigitalBookDownloads/featured
*For device-specific instructions, go to digital.minlib.net and click on "My Help!" on the left side of the screen. You will be prompted to choose what type of book you want to download (eBook or eAudio) and what type of device you want to use.
Minuteman Privacy Policy
Kindle library books require an account with Amazon.com as well as a Minuteman account. Once you leave the Minuteman site and go to the Amazon site, your privacy (i.e. your check-out data) is no longer protected. For more information read the Minuteman Privacy Policy, in particular the section titled "Electronic Content Access".
Titles Exclusive to Belmont Residents: OverDrive Advantage Program
To keep up with the exploding demand for downloadable eBooks and audiobooks, the Belmont Public Library has started a collection of sought-after titles that is available only to Belmont residents. Read more about this program, called OverDrive Advantage.
If you have any questions about how to download an eBook or eAudio to your device, please contact the Reference Desk at 617-993-2870.