eBook Reading Devices

The Library has begun lending out 6 ebook reading devices!

4 Kindles (Amazon)
2 Nooks (Barnes & Noble)
2 Sony Readers "Touch Edition"

Please read through the follow Frequently Asked Questions, and let us know if you have any other questions we can assist with. (If you'd like to send us a question by email, click here.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Question #1: How do I get in line for the devices?
- Answer: You can place a request for the devices online just as you would for a book that is already checked out. To find the devices in the catalog, click on any of the links listed below, or search in the online catalog for Kindle, Nook or Sony Reader. Then click on the "Request" button just as you would for other library materials. If the devices are listed as available, just ask for one at the front desk on the main floor.
Question #2: How long do we get to borrow the device?
- Answer: 1 week with no renewals. We want as many patrons as possible to have a hands-on opportunity to learn about them.
Question #3: Are there fines for bringing back the devices late?
- Answer: Yes, the fine is $2/day.
Question #4: Do I get to purchase and/or download ebooks, or are ebooks already preloaded on the devices?
- Answer: Each device will have 10-20 ebooks already loaded on the device, and you will be unable to purchase or download additional content. As a result, you will not be able to transfer downloaded ebooks from OverDrive onto the devices.
Question #5: Do I have to leave a deposit with the library when I check out one of the devices?
- Answer: You won't need to leave a deposit, but you will have to sign a borrowing agreement that says you agree to pay for the full replacement costs of the device and carrying cases.
Question #6: Can children check out these devices?
- Answer: Patrons must be 18 years old or older to check out the devices. That doesn't mean a parent couldn't let their child use the device. It just means that the adult will be responsible for any damages or loss of the device
Question #7: What titles have been preloaded on each of the devices?
- Answer: While the titles on each device can be found in the catalog record for each device, we've also listed that information further down this page: Kindles, Nooks & Sony Reader. You can also print out a printer-friendly version of this information here.
Question #8: Are there user manuals available for each of the devices?
- Answer: Yes there are. Use the links to the manuals listed below. If you find a newer edition of any of these manuals, please let us know, and we will link to them.

Required Borrowing Agreement

When patrons come to check out one of the devices, they will be required to sign a Borrowing Agreement that outlines what they are responsible for in the case of theft or damage to the device. An unofficial sample of what the borrowing agreement will look like can be downloaded here. The official agreement forms are available at the front desk on the main floor if you'd like to see them.

The only information that differs between the forms is the total amount of money due in the case of loss, theft or damage. For the Kindle, that figure is $345. For the Nook it is $395. For the Sony Reader it is $360.