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eBooks and eAudiobooks
Access thousands of popular eBooks and eAudiobooks on your device for free with a Stanton Library membership.
From bestselling fiction and non-fiction to audio stories for kids, we have something for everyone. Borrow at any time, wherever you are, and never worry about late fees again.
If you’re having trouble signing up, logging on or accessing any of the content on our platforms, call us on (02) 9936 8400.
BorrowBox
BorrowBox has a rich variety of books from bestselling Australian and international authors. It also features exclusive eAudiobook titles.
- Borrow and reserve up to 6 items
- 2 week loan
- renew twice or auto-return.
Access BorrowBox on your mobile device by downloading the BorrowBox app from the App Store or Google Play store.
OverDrive (Libby by Overdrive)
Overdrive provides popular eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines for every age to read on your mobile, tablet or computer.
- Borrow up to 15 eBook/eAudio items plus unlimited magazines
- back issues of magazines are available
- 3 week loan
- unlimited renewals (as long as there are no reserves)
- reserve up to 5 items.
Access Overdrive on your mobile device by downloading the Libby by Overdrive app from the App Store or Google Play store.
indyreads
Indyreads provides access to a statewide collection of independent Australian and international titles, classic fiction and modern award-winning titles in eBook and eAudio format.
- Borrow up to 20 items
- 3 week loan
- unlimited renewals (as long as there are no reserves)
- renew once or auto-return
- unlimited reserves.
Access indyreads on your mobile device by downloading the indyreads app through the App Store or Google Play store.
EBSCO eBooks
With a collection of more than 33,000 titles chosen for public libraries, this general reference collection features non-fiction and fiction titles for adults and children.
To download and read EBSCO eBooks on a mobile device, download the Adobe Digital Editions app through the App Store or Google Play store.
World Book eBooks
Offers a selection of highly illustrated and engaging non-fiction and classic fiction, along with read-aloud early readers. The collection supports a range of curriculum areas and reading levels for K-12.
Download the World Book eBook app for your device through the App Store or Google Play store.
eMagazines and eNewspapers
Discover a range of online magazines and newspapers, free with your library membership.
OverDrive (Libby by Overdrive)
Overdrive provides popular eMagazines, eBooks and eAudiobooks and for every age to read on your mobile, tablet or computer.
- Borrow as many magazines as you wish
- 3 week loan
- back issues of magazines are available
- titles are available to download simultaneously – no need to wait or reserve.
Access Overdrive on your mobile device by downloading the Libby by Overdrive app from the App Store or Google Play store.
Choice Online
Get full access to thousands of independent and unbiased reviews, product tests, information and buying guides on products and services with Choice Online.
For use in the library only. Please ask a member of staff to assist you in logging in.
The Age
Access digital copies of The Age printed newspaper, with back issues available for up to six months.
For use in the library only.
To log in, go to The Age website while using a library PC or while connected to the library Wi-Fi on your laptop or mobile device.
Australian Financial Review
Access digital copies of the AFR printed newspaper, with back issues available for up to three years.
For use in the library only.
To log in, go to the Australian Financial Review website while using a library PC or while connected to the library Wi-Fi on your laptop or mobile device.
The Saturday Paper
Full online access to The Saturday Paper and website.
For use in the library only.
To log in, go to The Saturday Paper website while using a library PC or while connected to the library Wi-Fi on your laptop or mobile device.
The Sydney Morning Herald
Access digital copies of the SMH printed newspaper, with back issues available for up to six months.
For use in the library only.
To log in, go to The Sydney Morning Herald website while using a library PC or while connected to the library Wi-Fi on your laptop or mobile device.
Stream movies for free
Access hundreds of free movies and documentaries that you can watch anywhere, anytime.
Beamafilm
Watch movies and documentaries from the comfort of your own home with Beamafilm, accessible on browser and mobile devices. All you need is a Stanton Library membership and Internet connection.
Create a Beamafilm account with your library membership number to get started. For those with an account already, simply sign in with your email and Beamafilm password. Not a Stanton Library member? Join online!
Download the Beamafilm app from the Apple App store or Google Play store.