Online Resources – Oakland Public Library https://oaklandlibrary.org A BiblioWeb Site Mon, 02 May 2022 05:51:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://cor-liv-cdn-static.bibliocommons.com/images/CA-OAKLAND/favicon.ico?1732457350952 Online Resources – Oakland Public Library https://oaklandlibrary.org 32 32 Do I need to place holds in hoopla? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/do-i-need-to-place-holds-in-hoopla/ Fri, 28 May 2021 21:38:01 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=4156 No - titles in hoopla are always available! You will never need to place a hold, and there are no waiting lists. All content is always available to stream or download.

]]> How many titles can I borrow on hoopla? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/how-many-titles-can-i-borrow-on-hoopla/ Fri, 28 May 2021 21:36:17 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=4154 You can borrow up to 8 total titles a month, including all formats. For example, you could borrow 5 graphic novels and 3 audiobooks; 2 movies and 6 ebooks; etc.

]]> Where can I find eAudiobooks? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/where-can-i-find-eaudiobooks/ Fri, 28 May 2021 21:32:51 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=4152 Search the catalog! 

You can also download the apps for OverDrive, opens a new window and hoopla, opens a new window. You can search for audiobook titles in those apps.

]]> How can I get help using eBooks? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/i-have-questions-about-ebooks/ Tue, 11 May 2021 20:07:01 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=2556 We offer eBook help by phone, Monday-Fridays, 10am-3pm. To schedule an appointment, please visit our online scheduler, opens a new window (requires an email address) or call (510) 238-3134.

]]> How can I get help with eAudiobooks? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/i-have-questions-about-eaudiobooks/ Tue, 11 May 2021 20:00:50 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=2554 We offer eAudiobook help by phone: Monday – Friday, 10am–3pm. To make an appointment, leave a message at (510) 238-3134, e-mail eanswers@oaklandlibrary.org, opens a new window, or schedule online, opens a new window.

]]> Can I use Enki ebooks if my library card is expired? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/can-i-use-enki-ebooks-if-my-library-card-is-expired/ Thu, 22 Apr 2021 18:25:43 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=770 You will not be able to use Enki ebooks if your library card is expired. Call the Library at (510) 238-3134 or visit your local branch to renew your card.

]]> Can I return Enki ebooks early? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/can-i-return-enki-ebooks-early/ Thu, 22 Apr 2021 18:23:04 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=768 Yes. You can return Enki ebooks early from your eContent page.

]]> How many Enki ebooks can I check out or put on hold? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/how-many-enki-ebooks-can-i-check-out-or-put-on-hold/ Thu, 22 Apr 2021 18:18:46 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=766 You can check out up to 5 Enki ebooks at a time.

You can also put up to 5 Enki ebooks on hold at a time.

]]> How do I download Enki ebooks to my Sony Reader? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/how-do-i-download-enki-ebooks-to-my-sony-reader/ Thu, 22 Apr 2021 18:17:01 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=764 If your Sony Reader already has Adobe Digital Editions or Sony Reader software, you can download Enki eBooks to your computer and transfer them to your Sony Reader.

Unfortunately, Sony retired its Sony Reader software in 2019, so you cannot download it now.

]]> How do I download Enki books to my Nook? https://oaklandlibrary.org/faqs/how-do-i-download-enki-books-to-my-nook/ Thu, 22 Apr 2021 18:12:48 +0000 https://oaklandlibrary.org/?post_type=bccms_faq&p=756
You can download Enki eBooks to your computer and transfer them to your Nook.
 
You will need to Install Adobe Digital Editions, opens a new window on your Nook. You will also need to authorize your computer and your Nook with an Adobe ID.
 
]]>