Beginning March 16th, the Council Bluffs Public Library will be CLOSED in the interest of our patrons’ health & well-being. Due dates will be extended until CBPL reopens.

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We offer downloadable access to e-Books, audiobooks, magazines, streaming videos, electronic databases and more. Enjoy the quick and easy access to everything you need straight from your computer. If you have questions about our e-Library and digital services, please contact the Reference Desk at 712-323-7553 ext. 132.

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Get started with Audiobooks with RBdigital and Overdrive

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  1. Login using your library card number and pin
  2. Click on the Register link in the top right corner. You’ll be asked to provide your email address, and to select a username.
  3. Browse through the audiobooks and click one you would like to read.
  4. If the item is available, click “Check Out. Listen to your book using your browser or on the RBdigital App (available for Android, IOS, & Kindle).

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Getting Started with RBdigital

  1. Login using your library card number and pin
  2. Click on the Register link in the top right corner. You’ll be asked to provide your email address, and to select a username.
  3. Browse through the audiobooks and click one you would like to read.
  4. If the item is available, click “Check Out.
  5. Listen to your book using your browser or on the App*

*Apps available for PC, Mac, iOS (iPad, iPhone), Android, and Kindle.

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Get Started with RBdigital Magazines (Formerly Zinio)

  1. Have your library card number ready.
  2. Start by clicking the Create New Account link in the top right corner. You’ll be asked to provide your name and email address, and to create a password.
  3. When prompted, enter your library card number and PIN.
  4. Browse through the magazines and click/tap the cover one that you’d like to read.
  5. Click the “checkout” button.
  6. Read your chosen magazines using your browser or a RBdigital App*.

*Apps available for PC, Mac, iOS (iPad, iPhone), and Android.

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Get Started with Hoopla Digital Movies & Music

  1. Have your library card ready.
  2. Click Login in the top right corner, and select “Sign Up.”
  3. Enter an email address and choose a password.
  4. Browse Movies, Music, Audiobooks, Comics, and more. Select a title and click Borrow.
  5. Access the item in your browser or on the App*

*Apps available for iOS (iPad, iPhone), Android, and Kindle.

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