eBooks · eAudiobooks
GO TO BIBLIOBOARD. Then choose from "BiblioBoard Library of Illinois," "biblioboard open access," or "RAILS for Schools."
What you can do with it
Download FREE eBooks and eAudiobooks, featuring community-created content, local self-published books, and thousands of other always-available titles. No account needed.
User Guide
Amount
Unlimited with no return period
How to access
| ⬤ | App available, search for "biblioboard" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works in computer browser |
eBooks · eAudiobooks
GO TO CLOUDLIBRARY.
What you can do with it
Borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks, especially new and recently published titles.
User Guide
Get started with the cloudLibrary app
Amount
5 checkouts at a time
Loan Period
2 weeks
How to access
| ⬤ | App available, search for "cloudlibrary" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets, Kindle Fire, Nook ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works in computer browser |
| ⬤ | No, does not work on Kindle eInk reader |
GO TO ETHNIC DIVERSITY SOURCE.
What you can do with it
Research and explore the culture, traditions, social treatment, and lived experiences of ethnic groups in America using full text from peer-reviewed journals, magazines, Associated Press videos, biographies, speeches, interviews, and letters. Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of high-quality eBooks on the topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
GO TO EXPLORA GENERAL SEARCH.
What you can do with it
Research a topic and access all EBSCO resources available through Lake Forest Library.
Music
GO TO FREEGAL.
What you can do with it
Download Sony Music songs to keep forever.
User Guide
Get started with the Freegal app
Amount
3 downloads per week
How to access
| ⬤ | App available, search for "freegal" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works in computer browser |
Movies & TV · eBooks · eAudiobooks · eComics · Music
GO TO HOOPLA.
What you can do with it
Borrow and stream movies, music, eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics, and TV shows.
User Guide
Get started with the Hoopla app
Amount
- 7 Instant Borrows per month (total for Hoopla plus Hoopla Kids Mode)
- Use a single borrow to get a BingePass which gives you unlimited access to select streaming content for 7 days (such as eMagazines, The Great Courses, or Curiosity Stream documentaries): hoopladigital.com/browse/binge
- Bonus Borrows are a curated collection of popular titles available for unlimited borrowing without using up your monthly borrow limits
Loan Period
3 weeks for eBooks, eAudiobooks, and Comics
3 days for Movies and TV shows
1 week for Music
How to access
| ⬤ | App available, search for "hoopla" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works in computer browser |
| ⬤ | Works with Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Fire TV, and Roku |
Movies & TV · eBooks · eAudiobooks · eComics · Music
GO TO HOOPLA. Then click KIDS.
What you can do with it
Enable Kids Mode to only show kid-appropriate content in your browse and search results.
User Guide
Get started with the Hoopla app
Amount
7 per month (total for Hoopla plus Hoopla Kids Mode)
Loan Period
3 weeks for eBooks, eAudiobooks, and Comics
3 days for Movies and TV shows
1 week for Music
How to access
| ⬤ | App available, search for "hoopla" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works in computer browser |
| ⬤ | Works with Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Fire TV, and Roku |
eBooks
GO TO INKIE.ORG.
What you can do with it
Inkie.org is a suite of free resources that supports local authors with online creation and publishing tools and allows readers to access locally-produced content.
For authors
- Create an eBook from your manuscript
- Share your eBook through libraries
- Enter your work in the Inkie annual contest
For readers
Free eBooks on ...
Movies & Documentaries
GO TO KANOPY.
What you can do with it
Watch a wide range of on-demand streaming videos including selections from the Criterion Collection, foreign films, classic cinema, documentaries, and more.
User Guide
Get started with the Kanopy app
Amount
10 per month (total for Kanopy plus Kanopy Kids)
How to access
| ⬤ | App available, search for "kanopy" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works in computer browser |
| ⬤ | Works with Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Fire TV, and Roku |
Movies & Documentaries
GO TO KANOPY. Then click GO TO KANOPY KIDS.
What you can do with it
Free streaming videos ... Just for kids! Kanopy Kids uses Common Sense Media ratings, making it easy for you to decide what's best for your family.
User Guide
Get started with the Kanopy app
Amount
10 per month (total for Kanopy plus Kanopy Kids)
How to access
| ⬤ | App available, search for "kanopy" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works in computer browser |
| ⬤ | Works with Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Fire TV, and Roku |
GO TO LEGAL INFORMATION REFERENCE CENTER.
What you can do with it
Access exclusive full text of many top consumer legal reference books, as well as thousands of legal forms and NOLO eBooks, to assist you in legal matters of all kinds.
eBooks · eAudiobooks · eMagazines · eComics · Videos
GO TO LIBBY / Digital Library of IL.
You can either use the Libby app or
sign in to your LIBBY account on the Digital Library of Illinois page
What you can do with it
Borrow from a vast collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines.
User Guides
Get started with the Libby app
How to Download eBooks to a Kindle
Amount
- 10 eBook/eAudiobook checkouts at a time
- No limit on eMagazines
Loan Period
7, 14, or 21 days (you choose in Settings or when checking out an item)
How to access
| ⬤ | App available, search for "libby" in your app store |
| ⬤ | Works on iOS, Android, smartphones, tablets, Kindle Fire, Nook ... just install the app |
| ⬤ | Works on Kindle eInk readers ... just choose Kindle format when checking out an item |
| ⬤ | Read or listen to titles on a computer with an internet browser by visiting dlil.info |
eAudiobooks
GO TO LIBRIVOX.
What you can do with it
Download FREE audiobooks read by volunteers from around the world.
USER GUIDE
AMOUNT
Unlimited
HOW TO ACCESS
- Download audio files and listen on your Computer or Mobile device
- Add audio files to iTunes
IS THERE AN APP?
Yes, search for "librivox" in your app store
GO TO MIDDLE SEARCH PLUS.
What you can do with it
Access popular middle school magazines, reference eBooks, and thousands of primary source documents and videos on subjects including history, current events, science, and sports. Publications include Cobblestone, Ranger Rick, Scholastic Science World, Time for Kids, US News and World Report, and more. Compatible with Lexiles reading measures.
eBooks
GO TO PROJECT GUTENBERG.
What you can do with it
Download FREE eBooks including the world's great literature, especially older works for which copyright has expired.
USER GUIDE
Project Gutenberg mobile device how-to
AMOUNT
Unlimited
HOW TO ACCESS
- Read in your Computer or Mobile browser
- Download EPUB or MOBI files for your mobile device
IS THERE AN APP?
Yes, search for "project gutenberg" in your app store
eBooks
GO TO TUMBLE BOOK LIBRARY.
What you can do with it
TumbleBooks are easy to use eBooks for grades K–6. Read as many books you want, when you want, and on any device with no checkouts, holds, or bulky downloads.