Getting Started with eBooks
To access library eBook services, you will need your library card number and password (PIN).
Note: Not all libraries in Marin offer Hoopla. Access depends on your residence address. Learn more.
OverDrive
eBooks & eAudiobooks
- Place holds on popular items, or check out items Available Now.
- Check out up to 15 items at a time, and have up to 15 items on hold.
- Check out for 7, 14 or 21 days.
- Items are listed in the library catalog, as well as on OverDrive.
- Wide range of compatible devices.
- More ebooks are now available from our partner libraries.
Need help? Visit OverDrive Help for information and troubleshooting.
Hoopla
eBooks, eAudiobooks
& Comics
- No waitlists.
- Check out up to 8 items a month.
- Most Audiobooks, eBooks & Comics check out for 21 days.
- Items are listed on Hoopla, but not in the library catalog.
- Supported devices include iOS devices, Android devices and Amazon Fire tablets.
- Note: Out of county residents cannot access Hoopla.
Need help? Visit Hoopla Help for information and troubleshooting.
The Palace Project
eBooks & eAudiobooks
- The Palace Project eReader app lets you access the statewide collection of ebooks, including titles from the Digital Public Library America.
- Available for both iOS and Android.
- Browse, read, and listen - ebooks and downloadable audiobooks are available.
- No daily or monthly checkout limit.
- Access OverDrive/Libby and Enki titles all in one place.
- The Palace Project is a library-focused, non-profit ebook delivery platform.
Need help? Visit the Palace Project website for more information.
Changes Coming to Libby Limits
Libby Replacing Legacy OverDrive App
Changes Coming to Libby Limits
Libby Replacing Legacy OverDrive App
eBooks & Streaming FAQs
If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation to participate in a County program, service, or activity, requests may be made by calling 415-473-4381 (Voice), Dial 711 for CA Relay, or by submitting a Disability Accommodation Request at least five business days in advance of the event. We will do our best to fulfill requests received with less than five business days’ notice. Copies of documents are available in alternative formats upon request.