The Manistee County Library
eBooks & Online Media
Welcome to the Manistee County Library’s digital oasis, where entertainment, knowledge, and culture converge at your fingertips. Whether you’re a movie buff, a music enthusiast, an avid reader, or all of the above, our Download & Streaming services have you covered. Best of all, you can enjoy these offerings without the worry of overdue fines.
To use any of our Download & Streaming services, you need an active Manistee County Library card. If you do not have a card, you can sign up online.
Libby
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines with your library card from Libby.
Free ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines from your local library! Borrow bestsellers and read anytime, anywhere.
The Manistee library offers MANY ebooks and audiobooks. You can borrow them — for free, instantly — with a library card and Libby: the award-winning, much-loved app for libraries.
FAQ
- 5 loans at one time from Up North Michigan Consortium
- 5 holds at one time from Up North Michigan Consortium
- 3 day to borrow a hold once it is ready
To add your card to use a partner library using Libby:
- Go to MENU > Add Library
- Search for the partner library by name (ex: Great Lakes Digital Libraries)
- Tap Sign In With My Card
- Under “Partner Libraries,” choose your home library from the list and sign in with your card number and PIN (last 8 digits of your card #)
Get more access with your Up North Digital Consortium library card! Borrow titles from any of these collections:
- Great Lakes Digital Libraries
- Download Destination
- Midwest Collaborative for Library Services
- Lakeland Digital Library
- Suburban Library Cooperative
- White Pine Cooperative
- Woodlands Library Cooperative
- Metro Net Library Consortium
- Mideastern Michigan Library Cooperative
Hoopla
FAQ
When you are using hoopla on a computer:
There is a button that says “Problem?” under the play options (click the arrow to the right of the cover image to toggle the full options menu if it’s hidden). Click this to report an issue.
When you have a title open in the Hoopla app:
To launch a contact form to report the issue, scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the link that says “Having problems with this title? Let us know!”
Read Michigan
ReadMichigan.org hosts a unique compilation of regional eBooks available to all Michigan residents. This digital treasure trove encompasses approximately 300 free-to-read eBooks, each thoughtfully curated to offer an immersive exploration of Michigan and the captivating Great Lakes region.
A Tapestry of Michigan’s Stories: Within the pages of this collection, you will encounter past recipients of the esteemed Michigan Notable Books award, a distinction that celebrates the essence of Michigan’s distinctive people, places, and experiences.
These works beautifully capture the spirit of the state. Beyond these celebrated titles, you’ll also find a diverse selection of books from Michigan presses and authors, offering a rich tapestry of narratives that touch upon history, culture, natural wonders, and contemporary themes. As we open the digital doors to ReadMichigan.org, we invite you to revel in these pages and embark on a literary voyage that illuminates the unique charm and profound heritage of Michigan.
