I recently discovered an app called “Libby” that connects you to your local library, and so far I really like it. You can place a hold on books (join waitlist), or borrow them for a certain amount of time. There are no late fees as they automatically take the book back from you once your allocated time is up, and everything is completely free, it’s also kindle compatible. What is your preferred way of reading/listening to books and what are some of your favorite features in the apps/tech you use?

  • lost-hitsu@alien.topBEnglish
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    10 months ago

    My favorite is Hoopla.

    Same concept as Libby, but there’s no waitlists. The app is easy to use and their audiobook collection is quite large. The only downside is my library’s limit on check-outs but since I only use it for my work commute it doesn’t bother me.

    • reggiesnap@alien.topBEnglish
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      10 months ago

      I wish more people knew about Hoopla. I’m too impatient about waiting to use Libby anymore, but having free audiobooks just on-demand has been amazing.

    • llama_raptor89@alien.topBEnglish
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      10 months ago

      My library’s version of Hoopla doesn’t offer audiobooks. I’m so jealous every time I hear people talk about how great their selection is. I do use Hoopla for comics and manga though.

    • sparksgirl1223@alien.topBEnglish
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      10 months ago

      Hoopla occasionally has waitlists. Generally with very popular books (I’ve had.to place holds two times ghis year, both on the current “it” biography.) Those are the only ones though

      I work my way around the limit by using hoopla to download long audio times (15+ hours) and box sets🤣