As part of Doncaster Council's strategy to improve and modernise its library service and to attract those who do not currently visit the service, Wednesday 21 December will see the launch of a new online Digital Library service providing residents with 24 hour access to hundreds of titles seven days a week.
Up to five E-books and Audio Books can be downloaded for free at any one time through the link above or www.doncaster.gov.uk/digitallibrary
Titles can be loaned for up to three weeks after which they will automatically return themselves so there is no risk of incurring late fees!
Councillor Mark Thompson, Cabinet Member for Corporate Services said: “This is an exciting development for our library users, allowing access to e-books and audiobooks at a time to suit them and in the comfort of their own home.
“I’m sure many residents will be receiving e-book readers and similar devices this Christmas, if they are already library members then they can download their choice of titles on Christmas day.”
The digital library will include titles from best-selling authors such as Julian Barnes, Pat Barker, Nick Hornby, Roald Dahl as well as the popular Dr Who audiobooks.
Using the digital library is easy, all you need is internet access and a library card then log onto the digital library site, browse the available titles adding your selections to your cart then at checkout click ‘download’.
Once you have downloaded your selection you can then transfer to a variety of mobile devices such as iPods, iPads and Sony e-Readers.
Doncaster Libraries offer a wide range of facilities and activities, as well as the traditional lending service for books, DVDs, CDs and talking books.
There is an extensive reference and information service, including access to a wealth of archive and local studies material. Computers are provided in all libraries, with access to the Internet. Buildings and equipment have been adapted for customers with special needs and we offer tailor made services to housebound customers.
The mobile libraries visit people who live at a distance from a library and we deliver a comprehensive service to local hospitals, schools and prisons.
On this website you will find everything that is available in the library and even more!
Search the catalogue and filter the hits to find precisely what you are looking for. On the way you will find lots of exciting suggestions that will give you the inspiration to read, listen to and watch things you may not have thought of yourself.
The website will also enable you to join in discussions on the forums, provide readings tips, make recommendations and write reviews, amongst other things.
To have access to these services please first create your account by entering your library borrower details in the login box on the right of the screen.
Finding your way around this website is straightforward using the tabs in the toolbar above and the links in the navigation panel on the left.
Search for titles in the catalogue by entering a search term in the search box at the top of the page. You can then limit or expand your searches using the many options provided.
