Downloadable Audiobooks

Download audiobooks to your personal computer any time! Included are current best sellers, book club favorites, classics, the Holy Bible, and Pimsleur Language Programs. You may listen to downloaded titles on your PC or laptop, or transfer titles to a portable device such as an MP3 player. Devices must be able to play Windows Media Audio files.

How do I get access to the collection?

* First Time User


If you are a first time user, you must enter your library barcode (located on the back of your library card) by clicking on the "First Time User" button and proceed to Recorded Books. Click on the "Create a free account" link to use this service and become a registered user. You will be asked to create a user name/password in order to download the eAudiobooks.

* Once you have created your account


You can now download eAudiobooks to your own computer by clicking on the "Registered User" button and logging in at the NetLibrary Recorded Books website. You will need Windows Media Player v.9 or higher to play the audiobook on your computer. For a free download or upgrade to the Windows Media Player, click here.

* Hardware
eAudiobooks can also be transferred to most portable devices - here's a link to what players are supported. We strongly recommend a player that has bookmarking or resumes play at the spot where it was turned off. There are a variety of accessories available which allow MP3 players to work with a car or home stereo.
*Note* iPods are NOT currently supported.

The Benefits of eAudiobooks

• If you love listening to books on CD but hate to wait for bestsellers on the hold list, you'll love eAudiobooks! Now you can download audiobooks right to their computers or portable audio devices through NetLibrary.
• eAudiobooks are easy to use! You simply log on, browse the extensive list of audiobooks and download the one that you want. eAudiobooks work on any desktop computer and portable device that supports Windows Media-based service.
• Fast download times!
• They are convenient! Your library's audiobook collection is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Audiobooks are available whenever and wherever you want them.
• You have the flexibility in managing your downloads! You can download up to 10 titles at a time. You can automatically renew items. Returns are automatic...just let the license expire.
  

What's in the NetLibrary eAudiobook collection?

• Bestsellers and book club favorites - the initial NetLibrary offering will provide access to over 1000 unabridged eAudiobooks. Approximately 30 titles are being added each month. NetLibrary eAudiobooks are narrated by professional actors with years of stage and screen experience.
• Language instruction - the entire catalogue of the Pimsleur Language Instruction Series is available through NetLibrary. The languages series provides instruction in English for 38 different foreign languages, and instruction in 13 different foreign languages for learning to speak English.
• The Bible.
• Many of the classics used by teens for school assignments.

If you need more information, check the Quick Start Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions