Brewer
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06-19-11 09:21 PM - Post#133642
Does the Allen Library allow checking out books via an e-reader?Thanks
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Edited by Brewer on 06-19-11 09:22 PM. Reason for edit: No reason given.
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KCSmiles
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06-20-11 10:12 AM - Post#133650
In response to Brewer
I know they have been talking about it but I'm not sure they have implemented it yet. I remember there was a link on their website about it.
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StacyLynn624
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06-20-11 11:50 AM - Post#133655
In response to KCSmiles
Dallas does it, but it wouldn't suprise me if Allen doesn't. They don't seem to be very technology-focused. Like for instance, I wish the Summer Book Club was on the internet, where you could sign up and log your books online. They just have basic information about it and no details. I would have joined if I could do it electronically. Unfortunately, I don't have time to go hang out and explore at the library. I just put the books I want on hold and run in to pick them up and then run out.
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rclark
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06-20-11 11:58 AM - Post#133656
In response to Brewer
Someone told me that Frisco does it, and that Allen residents are eligible for a Frisco library card.
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electra-angelbyte
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06-20-11 03:17 PM - Post#133659
In response to rclark
Both Frisco and McKinney have large selections of digital books. Frisco has a more generous policy regarding number of books "checked out" and holds. However, you tend to wait longer for Frisco books so keep your hold list maxed out if you're a big reader.
The one thing I dislike about both libraries' policies is when you check out a book it's for 14 days - whether you are finished or not. I'm always finished early and would like to be able to "return" the book early so someone else can enjoy it.
Both libraries allow you to register for your library card online but you must go to the actual brick-mortar building to be official. McKinney has a branch on Eldorado east of Alma - a very quick trip. However Frisco Library is in their City Hall building up by Pizza Hut park.
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SB
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06-20-11 05:59 PM - Post#133669
In response to electra-angelbyte
Most recent versions of Overdrive (the platform for these library's ebook readers) allow early return of borrowed books. It can be done directly on some reading devises (e.g. IPad) but has to be done using both the reader (e.g. Nook, Sony eReader) and the PC used to download and transfer the ebook to the reader.
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SB
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06-20-11 06:26 PM - Post#133670
In response to SB
How do I return EPUB eBooks using OverDrive Media Console?
On Android…
On the Library screen, tap and hold the eBook you want to return.
The title menu is displayed.
Tap 'Delete' to display the return options.
Tap 'Return and Delete'.
The eBook is returned and deleted.
On BlackBerry…
Select the eBook you want to delete.
Select Menu > Delete to display the return options.
Select 'Return and Delete'.
The title is returned and deleted.
On iPhone/iPad…
On the Library screen, swipe across the eBook you want to delete.
A 'Delete' button is displayed next to the title.
Tap 'Delete' to display the return options.
Tap 'Return and Delete'.
The eBook is returned and deleted.
On Windows Phone 7…
On the Library screen, swipe across the eBook you want to delete.
A 'Delete' button is displayed next to the title.
Tap 'Delete' to display the return options.
Tap 'Return and Delete'.
The eBook is returned and deleted.
Tap and hold a title to show the context menu.
Select 'delete' to display the return options if the selected title is not expired.
Select 'return and delete'.
The title is returned and deleted.
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electra-angelbyte
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06-21-11 02:07 PM - Post#133706
In response to SB
Thanks for the tip!
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starrlac
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12-06-11 10:10 AM - Post#143042
In response to Brewer
The Allen library now is set up to check out e-books. I'm not sure when they started, but my daughter checked some out yesterday on her iPod.
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StacyLynn624
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04-18-12 12:13 PM - Post#148209
In response to starrlac
Has anyone had any updated experience with this?
We recently got an iPad, and I briefly looked at the offerings from the Allen library, and there was literally nothing I was even remotely interested in reading. I was looking for popular books and new books and they weren't offered. The search function is horrible, and there doesn't seem to be very many books available(excluding those that do not have copywrites).
Do I have this correct?
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electra-angelbyte
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04-26-12 06:37 PM - Post#148495
In response to StacyLynn624
Unfortunately Allen does have a limited offering... but at least they are finally offering something!
Make the trip to McKinney and Frisco, it's worth it. You only have to do it once and then you can do all your browsing and checking out online. Yes, sometimes you have to wait awhile for a new or popular book but you should be able to find titles to occupy you until it's your turn.
Plano finally has e-books but I haven't looked at what they've got yet.
Also, if you are an Amazon Prime member there's lots of books you can borrow from there too using the Kindle app.
I use the Kindle app on my iPad and it automatically syncs with my iPhone Kindle app... not that I read much on the phone (old eyes) but it's great when I have an few unexpected minutes when I need to entertain myself and don't have my iPad.
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StacyLynn624
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06-10-12 01:03 AM - Post#150026
In response to electra-angelbyte
I wish our library would get with the program and be more online user friendly. I hate having to find my card to get my number off every time I search for something, and I'd really like to be able to get more details about programs and other things than just brief blurbs and call this number for more.
I'd love to be able to sign up for the summer reading program online.
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electra-angelbyte
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06-10-12 09:19 AM - Post#150030
In response to StacyLynn624
Both my laptop browser (Foxfire) and Safari on my iPad remember my number and pin. If yours doesn't check your security settings.
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