E-books and audiobooks can be great alternatives to visiting the library for a print book. Two advantages: they save space in your bag, and they automatically check themselves in when due– no more public library fines!
Our local and public libraries have partnered to provide you with THOUSANDS of FREE e/audiobooks. All you need is a free public library card to get started! This guide provides resources for e-cards that Johnson County residents can get in the following library systems: Johnson County/Olathe KS (shared system), Kansas City Public Library, Mid-Continent Public Library, State Library of Kansas.
Libby: the free e/audio book app
The free website/app that allows you to read e-books or listen to audiobooks on your own device. This app is used by the Johnson County/Olathe Public library (OPL), the Kansas City Public Library (KCPL), and the Mid-Continent Public Library (MCPL).
Users can install the app on their own device, or use the web-based reading program at libbyapp.com
Setup is easy– first register for a new library card (if needed). Once you have your library card and PIN number follow the setup prompts.
- Select your Library: (JoCo/OPL or KCPL or MCPL)
- Choose the option that you have your library card number and PIN
- Enter library card number and PIN
- Once you have added one card you can tap the menu in the app to add cards from additional libraries
You can learn more about using Libby here with Libby Help Guides.
Johnson County/Olathe Public Libraries (OPL)
Register for an e-card here: https://oplecard.jocolibrary.org/
(if you are 15 or younger you will need to do this with a parent/guardian)
When your new account/card number is displayed take a screenshot— or write it down!
Additional Libby Guides from OPL
Kansas City Public Library (KCPL)
Register for an e-card here: https://kcmo.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/ecard/search/registration/$N?pc=SYMWS
When your new account/card number is displayed take a screenshot— or write it down!
Mid-Continent Public Library (MCPL)
Register for an e-card here: https://apps.mymcpl.org/custom/online_registration/
When your new account/card number is displayed take a screenshot— or write it down!
After registering you will need to check your email for an email that contains a link to activate your account.
Once you select that link you will login to your account. Your account number is your card number, and your PIN number defaults to your registered birthday DD/MM/YYYY
State Library of Kansas
CloudLibrary is the State Library of Kansas’ subscription to thousands of free e-books. This system requires a separate, free State Library card. See me, Ms. Mac, in the library and I can get you one in about 2 minutes!
CloudLibrary– e-book homepage with device-specific directions
Olathe East Library 