I'm Not Like Other eBooks
Overdrive
Offers eBooks in Kindle format
Fully integrated with Bibliocommons catalog
Has two versions:
“I need to find a peer-reviewed article for my AP Psychology paper.”
Ebscohost
Explora: High School
Gale In Context: Global Issues
Computer
Desktop, laptop, chromebook, Mac, Windows
Navigate to vendor’s website, sign in, check out book, and read in the browser.
Optional: download EPUB file and read with Adobe Digital Editions
“How do I get started using Libby?”
Website > A-Z Resources > Libby
Website > eResources Help > Tutorials
Sharepoint > Patron Support > Printable Quick Start Guides OR Interactive Tutorials OR Video Tutorials
Hoopla
Includes movies, television, and music
Individual titles/MARC records not included in SJPL catalog
Entire collection is Cost-Per-Circulation:
“My family has lived in San José for many generations. Where can I find information about our history?”
My Heritage
Newsbank: SJMN Archive
Sanborn Maps
U.S. Citizenship Class
(Adult Services)
ProCitizen
Mobile Device
Mobile phone, tablet, iPad, Fire, Android, Apple, Amazon
Download the vendor’s app, sign in, check out book, read in app
“What is the loan period for music on Hoopla?”
Website > Books & eResources > Music > Hoopla
Website > eResources Help > Borrowing Rules
Sharepoint > Staff Training & Support > eResources Spreadsheet > Usage Guidelines
Cloud Library
Primarily adult eBooks
Lucky Day collection:
“I homeschool my kids and I'm looking for materials for my 4th grader.”
Scholastic Teachables
Teaching Books
Learning Express Library: Grades 4-8 Educator Resources
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
(Early Education)
Beanstack
Physical Book
Provide a counterargument for: “But eBooks are so complicated!”
Only available when the library is open
Requires going to the library in person; not available at every location
Can incur fines if lost, damaged, or returned late
Can be inconvenient to carry around or for travel
“Can I use my Amazon Fire to read books from Boundless?”
Website > A-Z Resources > View apps for: Amazon
Sharepoint > Patron Support > Device Compatibility
Sharepoint > Staff Support > eResources Spreadsheet > Compatibility & Device Details
Palace
Access eBooks and audiobooks from multiple vendors
Exclusive content from Amazon publishing
Only compatible with Android or Apple mobile devices
“I’m travelling to Brazil next month and want to learn more about the culture.”
AtoZ The World
Global Road Warrior
Worldmark Encyclopedias
Job Interview Coaching for Adults & Teens
(College & Career Pathways)
Learning Express Library: Career Preparation
Kindle
eReader (e.g. Paperwhite) or app installed on mobile device (Android, Apple, Amazon Fire)
Check out a book from Overdrive, sign in to Amazon account, send book to Kindle device or app, read book on device or in app
“Why can't I access my current courses on LinkedIn Learning?”
Website > FAQs > LinkedIn Learning
Sharepoint > Patron Support > Status Updates OR News
Sharepoint > Staff Training & Support > Support Spreadsheet > LinkedIn Learning Help Center
Biblioboard
Collection includes SJPL contest submissions
Features local Indie Author Project submissions
Does not require library card or separate account
“I'm looking to open a new business and want to do some market research.”
Data Axle Reference Solutions
Gale Business: Demographics Now
PrivCo
Tech Time for Active Adults
(Digital Equity)
Northstar
eReader (not Kindle)
Nook, Kobo
Check out book from vendor, download EPUB file, use Adobe Digital Editions to open file and transfer to eReader, read on eReader device
“My parents only speak Spanish. Do you have any eResources for them?”
Website > Books & eResources > eResources by Language
Sharepoint > Patron Support > Language Support
Sharepoint > Staff Training & Support > eResources Spreadsheet > Language Options