eLibrary - eBook, eAudiobook, eMagazine and eNewspapers
We offer an eLibrary service to all members of Derby Libraries.
You will need your Library member number and pin to access the services below.
eBooks and eAudiobooks
You can browse and select eBooks and eAudiobooks from the BorrowBox website or mobile app.
- eBooks - digital books that you can view on your computer or mobile reading device.
- eAudiobooks - spoken word recordings that can be played on your computer or mobile device
You can also access eBooks and eAudiobooks from our library catalogue
Before you download an eBook from our catalogue we recommend that you download and install the BorrowBox app.
- Download the BorrowBox app on the Apple App Store
- Download the BorrowBox app on Google Play
- Download the BorrowBox app on Amazon Appstore
We recommended you visit the BorrowBox help page which offers guidance on getting started, what devices and apps are compatible and general information on eBooks and Audiobooks.
eMagazines and eNewspapers
You can download latest editions of your favourite magazines and newspapers on a computer or a mobile device on the LibbyApp.com website or to your mobile device using the Libby App.
You will need to log in with your library card number and PIN to access these titles. On the dropdown menu choose "Derby City Council" when you are logging in for the first time.
How many magazines will I be able to borrow?
You'll have access to over 3,000 digital magazines. There are no magazine checkout limits, so you'll be able to borrow as many as you like.
You can also view magazines on the Overdrive website, which has the same titles as Libby but offers slightly different features.
How long can I keep magazines borrowed?
You can keep magazines for up to 3 weeks, but you can renew them if you need more time.
eNewspapers using PressReader via Libby
We have a fantastic range of popular digital newspapers. You can also read titles in many different languages and there is a text speak function available.
Once you have logged in on either Libby website or the Libby app, go to the newspaper section (you may find this under Extras) to go to the PressReader website and access the newspaper service.
You’ll have full access to all 3,000+ newspapers for 30 days and then you’ll just need to go back to Libby app or Libby website to borrow the service again for the next 30 days.
Odilo app for free content including Ukrainian titles
In order to provide Ukrainians with a range of free reading, listening, learning and entertainment opportunities, multi-media content provider Odilo launched a free app for both Android and iOS.
Available across Europe, the app includes 3000 e-books and audiobooks in a variety of genres, including 1,700 Ukrainian titles and 500 in English. There is material for both children and adults.
Download the Odilo app on Google Play
Download the Odilo app on the Apple App Store
Do you have a hospital stay at Derby Royal Hospital coming up?
Why not join our eLibrary service before you go into the hospital so you have all your favourite books and magazines ready to go. To use the service, all you will need is your Library member number and pin. This will allow you to browse and select eBooks, eMagazines, eNewspapers and eAudiobooks from the BorrowBox website or mobile app.