What is "Libby?"
Libby is the current app used by our Library to gain access to a wide assortment of eBooks, audiobooks and more. Libby is provided by Overdrive and is replacing the older Overdrive app.
Steps to get started using Libby
- Download the Libby app
- Search for the Lodi Public Library
- It should show up as the "Northern California Digital Library"
- Sign in with your current and active Lodi Public Library library card number
- Use the magnifying glass button on the far left to start searching for whatever ebook or audiobook you are looking for.
- Once you find the book you are looking for you will be given the choice of Borrow or Place Hold.
- Borrow means the book is available and you can start reading now.
- Place Hold means the book is currently checked out and you will need to wait for it to come back.
- You will get a notification when it is ready.
- You will gain access to your checked out book for 21 days.