You can find your library system’s OverDrive here. OverDrive is the platform most libraries use to supply their patrons with e-books and audiobooks, and each library system has its own OverDrive site - this is where you’ll be able to browse e-book catalogues and borrow and reserve books it’s essentially your library’s e-book library. (In case it’s helpful, here are the e-card applications for the San Francisco Public Library, LA Public Library, and New York Public Library.) All you’ll need is your home/mailing address, birth date, and ID/driver’s license number. If you’re reading this during COVID-19 times, many libraries are offering e-cards or temporary digital access cards - check your local branch’s website to see what they’re offering.Make sure you check your library’s website ahead of time for any materials you’ll need to bring with you - most branches require a government-issued photo ID and proof of residency for your application. If you’re reading this post-pandemic (lucky you), you can go to your local branch in-person to apply for a card.If you already have a library card, skip ahead to the next section.

Note: Unfortunately, as of April 2021, this is only available for libraries in the U.S. Which is why it’s pretty fantastic that you can use your Kindle to borrow and place holds on e-books from your local library! It’s a very simple and quick process all you need is a library card and Wi-Fi connection. Until he pays his workers a living wage, cooperates in redistributing his wealth, and allows his employees to unionize, I want to spend as little money supporting him as possible.

However, I don’t love that buying from the Kindle store means that I’m buying from Amazon and thus helping to further line Jeff Bezos’ pockets.

It allows me to be more sustainable with my reading habits, makes reading more convenient and transportable, and is overall the best Christmas gift I’ve ever received.

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