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Nancy is the e-Resources Librarian at the New Orleans Public Library and an avid e-audiobook listener.
On May 1, 2023, OverDrive is discontinuing the OverDrive app. To continue accessing our OverDrive collection, New Orleans Public Library cardholders will need to switch to Libby, OverDrive’s newer app, before then. Libby is made by the same people, with the same goal of connecting you to the Library and to your favorite eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines.
Personally, I’ve been using OverDrive’s Libby app for years now and I love it. It’s easy to search for new e-books and download them to my Kindle in just a few steps. While I still enjoy print books, my Kindle –– or the Kindle app on my smartphone –– is my favorite way to take several books with me while traveling. But, I primarily use Libby for audiobooks, which I listen to while driving.
If you are looking for a great read from Libby, whether in e-book or e-audiobook format, I highly recommend Hello Molly! by Molly Shannon.
I’m not alone in my love for Libby. Here at the Library, many staff use the app and encourage all OverDrive users to make the switch. It’s easy to use, has the same content, and is overall, a much better and more user-friendly interface. However, we also understand that if you’ve been using OverDrive for years, you might have some questions. Hopefully this article will help, but if you still have questions our staff are happy to assist you further in the transition from OverDrive to Libby.
Libby offers many unique features and options that are not available in the OverDrive app and continuously adds new features and updates based on reader and librarian feedback. Features unique to Libby include:
In short, Libby is a superior e-book and e-audiobook product. Here’s just a few reasons why:
Help is available directly within the Libby App, or on the website. Libby’s tech support is friendly and knowledgeable, and happy to help if you need additional assistance or have other questions.
Over the years, thousands of New Orleans Public Library cardholders have enjoyed everything the Libby app has to offer. See what a few said about their experience with the product:
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Monday – Thursday 10am – 6pm
Friday – Saturday 10am – 5pm
Sunday Closed
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Sunday Closed
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I use Libby and Hoopla. There are some books available on one site that are not available on the other. Is Libby going to increase their selection?
I don’t find it easier to maneuver around Libby as the website.
Hi Denise,
Thanks for your question. Libby collections will be expanding in the coming months, but Hoopla will still be available.