Have you ever searched for an ebook or audiobook on Libby, only to find it wasn’t available or had a massive wait-list? If that sounds familiar, we have some great news: you might be missing out on a whole world of digital titles!
While Libby (by OverDrive) is an incredible app and a staple for ACLS readers, it only shows you a portion of our digital shelves. ACLS also offers Hoopla, a fantastic streaming service packed with thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, comics, and movies. Because these two services are completely different collections, a book that isn’t on Libby might be instantly available to borrow on Hoopla.
The Secret? Start at the Center
Instead of opening Libby, checking Hoopla, and crossing your fingers, there is a much faster way to search.
Always start your search in our main online catalog—either through your web browser or in our mobile app.
Our online catalog acts as the ultimate master search engine for the library. When you type a book title or author into the main search bar, it doesn’t just look at the physical books on our building’s shelves. It simultaneously scans our entire digital network—including Libby and Hoopla.
Why This Saves You Time
- One Search, Total Results: You’ll instantly see if a book is available digitally, which service has it, and whether you can download it right away.
- No More Overlooking Hoopla: Hoopla specializes in “always available” titles, meaning there are often no wait-lists. Our main catalog will point you straight to these hidden gems.
- Direct Links: Once you find the title in our catalog, you can click the direct link to jump right into the correct app and start reading.
The next time you are hunting for your next great read, skip the app-hopping. Head to our main catalog page, type in your title, and let us do the matching for you. Happy downloading!
