Coquitlam's very own eBooks
As of April 1, 2012, Coquitlam residents have access to a new eBook collection in addition to the current Library to Go eBook service.

How is it better? Less waiting time!
Exclusive access for Coquitlam residents.

To use the service:

• You must be a resident of Coquitlam and have a valid Coquitlam Library card. 
  Not a resident? You can still borrow print books, DVDs and CDs from CPL.  Check with your home library for eBook access.
• Keep your fines below $10 to borrow our eBooks.

Coquitlam's eBook collection

Library to Go

Library to Go allows you to download audiobooks and eBooks to your computer, laptop, iPod, WMA/MP3 player, eReader or iPad using your library card.  To borrow, download and install free software, activate the software, then checkout and download your selected titles to your device. 

The Library to Go Collection will allow you to access titles purchased before April 1, 2012.  If you would like to borrow more recent books, please try the CPL eBooks site. 

Help

• Quick Start Guide
• Compatible eBook devices
• Frequently asked questions
• Help videos

To use an iPad, iTouch, smartphone, tablet you will need to download the OverDrive Media Console App by going to the AppStore on your device and downloading the "Overdrive Media Console". 

See OverDrive Help to find answers to your questions. 
My Help provides customized help for your computer or device.to your iPad, iTouch or Android phone.

Information about placing holds in Library to Go
Downloading Audiobooks and eBooks Help Guide (PDF 1.75MB)
Borrowing Library to Go books to a Kobo Touch eReader (PDF 4.4MB)
For borrowing on the Sony Wi-Fi eReader, watch this video.
Are you downloading to an Android or iPhone?



Instructions For Downloading eBooks

Here is a link from the Stratford Public Library with instructions for downloading eBooks for several types of readers and devices.  Once you are on the page, scroll down a little to see the links to the various help sheets.

See help videos for specific devices.

Dowloading Free eBooks (No Library Card required)

These are public domain eBooks, which means they have been in the public domain long enough that they are no longer covered by copyright.

Over 23,000 titles!

You do not need to log in to download these titles.

Checkouts from this collection do not count against your regular checkout/lending options.

Titles are always available, no waitlists and they do not expire.


Downloading these eBooks requires the installation and authorization of Adobe Digital Editions software.

Instructions on how to download content.  Or see For tips on using these files with Adobe Digital Editions, click here link near the top of the Public domain eBooks page.

Find this collection once in Library to Go by clicking on 'Public domain eBooks' on the left menu under the heading 'Browse eCatalogue'

For more information about the book, hover the cursor over the book's cover.


Having trouble downloading audiobooks?

If you do not have a card with Coquitlam Public Library's name on it, you need to choose the library whose name appears on your card when downloading audio and eBooks.  You can still use your card from another library (Fraser Valley, Port Moody, Burnaby, etc.) to check out books and use internet stations, if it has been entered into our system.  You will not be able to borrow eBooks and audiobooks from Vancouver Public Library or Burnaby Public Library unless you have an address in those communities and a valid library card from those libraries.

Are you downloading audiobooks to an iPod?

If you are downloading WMA files and converting them, you need to have iTunes 9.1 or higher on your computer.  If you get an error message stating that the 'format of this title is not compatible' with your device, you need to enable the iTunes setting 'Manually manage music…'  To enable it:

1. Tap and hold the eBook you want to return.The title menu is displayed.
2. Tap 'Delete' to display the return options.
3. Tap 'Return and Delete'.  The eBook is returned and deleted.

1. Select the eBook you want to delete.
2. Select Menu > Delete to display the return options.
3. Select 'Return and Delete'.  The title is returned and deleted.

1. Swipe across the eBook you want to delete.  A 'Delete' button is displayed next to the title.
2. Tap 'Delete' to display the return options.
3. Tap 'Return and Delete'.  The eBook is returned and deleted.

Wondering what kind of eReader is best?

Use your library card to check out the latest ratings for eReaders in Consumer Reports 
(this link takes you to the log in page where you need to sign in with your library card number and password.  Look for Consumer Reports toward the right of the screen under Magazines and Newspapers.  Once in Consumer Reports Click "Search within this Publicaction" and to the search box add the words "and ereaders") or look at these helpful links: 

Free eBooks

15 Best Websites To Find And Download eBooks

David Suzuki Foundation ePublications

Project Gutenberg - more than 33, 000 free boooks, mostly classics

InkMesh - search for free eBooks

Baen Books - Scifi and Fantasy.  Some titles are free.