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May 22, 2013
Resources for E-content
Sources for E-books/E-readers

·        E-readers

o   Sony – This document lists the features of the Sony Reader Wi-Fi as well as how to get started with the device.  It also lists links related to Sony e-readers.

o   Kobo – A tip sheet on how to get started with the Kobo e-readers and a list of features.

o   Kindle – This document highlights features, usage and selection of different Kindles.

o   Nook – This handout gives specs of the Nook e-readers.  It also lists the features, benefits and problems with the Nook Color e-reader.

o   iPad – This document reviews the consideration of, purchase and initial setup of an iPad.  It also provides the reader with web links to several online iPad resources.


Sources for Free Content
  • Project Gutenberg – Free e-books for PC’s, Kindle, Android, iOS or other portable devices.
  • Feedbooks – Provides some free e-books for Android & iPhone/iPad.
  • Open Library – Initiative of the Internet Archive providing free world classic literature e-books.
  • Inkmesh – an e-book search engine to find free content and compare prices for e-readers.
  • Google Books – Public domain titles available for PC’s and other portable devices.
  • Free Technology for Teachers - Places to find free e-books for yourself and your students.
  • Librivox - Site for free online audiobooks from the public domain. 

Sources for Paid Content
  • Freading – Provides a pay-per-use model for e-books; read the article in Library Journal regarding this service.
    • Interested libraries, please contact: Kyle Wisemen (571) 730-4300
  • Follett Shelf – Provides e-books and offers a free demonstration accessible immediately from their website.
  • Baker & Taylor – Provides e-books through Gale E-Books and seems to be more reference-based titles.
  • EBSCO – Provides both e-books and audiobooks platform and a free trial on their website.
  • ProQuest eLibrary and ProQuest ebrary – Two different platforms for digital content (not just e-books).  

State library resources & local paid content

Local Overdrive Options

The following SCKLS Member Public Libraries have chosen to contract independently or as a group with Overdrive for e-content:


State Library of Kansas

Currently, only audiobooks are available from the Kansas EZ Library/One Click Digital.  Access to free e-books through the 3M Cloud Library is still under development


File Types

Copyright and Licensing Issues
The license agreements for e-content override copyright permissions.

Policy Examples


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