Read eBooks or listen to audiobooks online from a laptop or desktop computer using the Overdrive digital interface or on your cell phone or tablet device with the Libby App. Overdrive is a digital lending library for electronic devices. You will need a library card and an Internet connection to create an account.

Phone and Tablet Devices

iPhone / iPad

  • Go to the App Store icon on your device.
  • Search for the Libby app and download (your apple device will likely have you enter your apple ID and Password first).
  • Go into the Libby app.
    • You will be asked to find a library. Search for Blauvelt Free Library (you might have the option to search by location also).
    • Follow the steps for creating an account.
    • When asked, your library card is the UPC number on the back of your card with no spaces and the password is your library password (which is the last 4 digits of your phone by default).  
    • You can download or place holds on books from the LIBRARY section.
    • You can read and manage your books from the SHELF section.
      • Books will be automatically returned when time is up (NO late fees!).  You can also return whenever you are done.    
  • MORE INFORMATION on using the Libby app.

Android Phone or Tablet

  • Go to the Play Store icon on your device.
  • Search for the Libby app and download.
  • Go into the Libby app.
    • You will be asked to find a library. Search for Blauvelt Free Library (you might have the option to search by location also).
    • Follow the steps for creating an account.
    • When asked, your library card is the UPC number on the back of your card with no spaces and the password is your library password (which is the last 4 digits of your phone by default).  
    • You can download or place holds on books from the LIBRARY section.
    • You can read and manage your books from the SHELF section.
      • Books will be automatically returned when time is up (NO late fees!).  You can also return whenever you are done.  
  • MORE INFORMATION on using the Libby app.

Kindle Devices

Kindle Fire

  • Go to the Amazon (Kindle) App Store icon on your device.
  • Search for the Overdrive (: Library eBooks and Audiobooks) app and download.
  • Go into the Overdrive app.
    • Select the "Sign in with a library card" option as opposed to anything else. 
    • Follow the steps for creating an account. 
    • When asked, your library card is the UPC number on the back of your card with no spaces and the password is your library password (which is the last 4 digits of your phone by default).  
    • You can download or place holds on books using SEARCH or the Menu.
    • You can read and manage your books from the BOOKSHELF section.
      • Books will be automatically returned when time is up (NO late fees!).  You can also return whenever you are done.  
  • MORE INFORMATION on using the Overdrive app. Select 'Fire' specific FAQ.  

Kindle Paperwhite

  • First you need to go to https://rcls.overdrive.com/. You cannot directly download books to Paperwhite.
  • Sign In - When asked, your library card is the UPC number on the back of your card with no spaces and the password is your library password (which is the last 4 digits of your phone by default).
  • Select <KINDLE BOOKS> from the top menu to filter Kindle-available.
    • Search and select a title. Click <BORROW> to start the process. (you can also place holds for checked out books)
    • Next, click the <Read Now With Kindle> button. 
      • This takes you to Amazon login screen. Put in your Amazon ID and Password to proceed.  
      • Select "Deliver to your (your name) Kindle".  
      • Click <Get Library Book>.
      • You should get the message “Your digital library book will be delivered to (your name) Kindle. Your Kindle will download [Book Title] the next time it connects to WiFi.” It should appear on your Paperwhite the next time you go in if you are connected to WiFi.  
        • Give it time to download if you don't see it right away.  
    • Tapping on the book cover should open it and it will read like other Kindle books on your Paperwhite.  
    • Books will be automatically returned when time is up (NO late fees!).  You can also return whenever you are done.

Computers - PC and Mac

  • Go to https://rcls.overdrive.com/ from any web browser.
  • Log In (Your library card is the UPC number on the back of your card with no spaces and the password is your library password (which is the last 4 digits of your phone by default).
  • Search or browse for a book.  Select <BORROW> to get the book.  You can also place holds on books that are checked out.
  • Books can be managed and read from the "Loans" section.  
    • To read in your browser, select <Read Now In Browser>. You need to be connected to the Internet. 
    • To read offline, select <Download - ePub Book>. If available.
    • To read in Kindle, select <Read with Kindle>. You will be asked to login to Amazon first. See Read Now With Kindle under the Kindle Paperwhite instructions above to complete the process.  
  • Books will be automatically returned when time is up (NO late fees!).  You can also return whenever you are done.

Help

Ask a Librarian

  • Make an appointment with a librarian. They will be able to help walk you through any setup or usage questions you might have. Also, some issues occur with older devices and compatibility.
    • 845-359-2811

Other Help

  • For help with common problems, check out FAQs from Overdrive
  • For those who are more visual learners, Video Help
  • Still need help? Fill out the online form at Ask Overdrive and submit it directly to Overdrive.  
    • Our library system pays for this service, which is free to our patrons