OverDrive is a popular eBook service used by libraries across the U.S. and around the world. Through it, you can access library collections to borrow and download eBooks and eAudiobooks for reading on a variety of devices.
The Basler Library has a growing collection available on OverDrive for students, faculty and staff. In this collection, you will find mainly fiction, but also some popular nonfiction.
Choose a tab based on what you plan to use for reading your books to get started today! You can also find information about the public library collection available to all public library card holders in Tennessee - R.E.A.D.S.
If you have any questions or need any assistance, don't hesitate to contact your friendly librarians!
To get started, visit your App store (GooglePlay, Apple App Store, etc.) and download the OverDrive App.
The first time you open your app, you will be prompted to Sign Up or Sign In. Choose Sign Up.
Listening to eAudioBooks
Please note that the design, layout, and functions of the Overdrive app are subject to change. If you're confused at any point, feel free to reach out to one of our librarians.
Download the Libby app from the links below!
For help with OverDrive Apps, visit the OverDrive help page.
The first time you open your app:
When you download and open the Libby app…
If you have questions, please feel free to come by the Basler Library or email libmail@northeaststate.edu for assistance!
Setting up Notifications
Settings Preferences
Shelf Icon
Your "Shelf" is the first page that opens in the app after setting up your account. To get back to this page, click on at the bottom of the screen. This pages contains information about your current loans and item holds.
Library Icon
Click on to browse and search the Northeast State Library's eBook and eAudiobook collection.
Libby Icon
The at the bottom middle is where most of the settings are located. You can also click here to "add a library" if you have more than one library account or card (such as if you're using both Northeast State and a local public library together).
Timeline Icon
shows the history of your loans on this app. You can clear click on "ACTIONS" to sync your history with other devices, export your history, turn off recording your history, and delete your loan history.
*Please note that the design, layout, and functions of the Libby app are subject to change. If you're confused at any point, feel free to reach out to one of our librarians.
Visit the library's OverDrive page at http://northeaststate.lib.overdrive.com.
Visit the library's OverDrive page at http://northeaststate.lib.overdrive.com.
You can read books directly form your checkout page in Overdrive, or from Adobe Digital Editions on your computer. Or, you can transfer them to an eBook reader.
Visit the library's OverDrive page at http://northeaststate.lib.overdrive.com.
R.E.A.D.S. is the Regional eBook and Audiobook Download Service, offered to all public library card holders in the state of Tennessee. It offers a large and continuously growing collection of eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and streaming videos.
You can add your R.E.A.D.S. account to your OverDrive App by opening the menu in the upper left and selecting Add a Library.
You can add Northeast State to your existing app and account. Just open the menu in the upper left corner, and select Add a Library.
Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a librarian for assistance: