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The library reading app from OverDrive

Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader (U.S. only)! It’s free and easy to get started. Learn more by clicking the link below.

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Introduction to the Libby App

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

Getting started is easy!

borrow ebooks & audiobooks with Libby the reading app

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 the Umpqua Community College library and sign in with your UCC ID number.
  3. Browse the digital collection and borrow a title. 


What do you need to enjoy free instant access to digital ebooks and audiobooks?

  • Your UCC ID number (ex: 800123456)
  • Internet Access
  • A smartphone, tablet, or ereader (Kindle, Nook, etc)
  • The free Libby app, which can be downloaded for free from your device's app store

UCC Students, Faculty, & Staff

 

All current Umpqua Community College students, faculty, and staff have the ability to:

  • check out up to 3 titles at a time
  • borrow titles for up to 14 days
  • place a hold on 3 titles at a time

Titles are automatically returned at the end of the lending period. No late fees!

Public Patrons

This service is not available for public patrons of the UCC library.

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 or zip code.

Need Additional Help? 

. Umpqua Community College Library, 1140 Umpqua College Rd., Roseburg, OR 97470, 541-440-4640
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