Once upon a time…

there was an app, and when launched this app opened a portal to another world… This was a world of storytellers. It offered a peek behind the door into other people’s lives, with its dazzling collection of nonfiction, autobiographies, and virtual shelves of magazines stacked with comics and graphic novels! This app became known as Libby!

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Libby has a huge collection of formats for you to enjoy this summer! If you haven’t checked them out already (excuse the library pun), then you must take a virtual trip to Libby this summer!

Relax and unwind this summer…

So as summer draws near and the end of term is nearly upon us Libby presents the perfect getaway, into a world of rest and relaxation. Whether you’re graduating or going home for the summer you deserve a well-earned break! A break from studies, a break from those dreaded deadlines and the hustle and bustle of rushing to lectures! 

Popular fiction

The library team has chosen some new titles recently added, to the ever-growing popular fiction collection, here are just a few of the titles already chosen by our librarians and available for you to borrow over the summer Click here or on the image below:

Are you a fan of cosy crime?  Would you like to try one of the bestselling titles by Richard Osman? There are now four of his titles available on Libby…

Select the link here or click on the image below:  

Maybe cosy crime isn’t your cup of tea? How about a good spy thriller as your summer read?

We have a collection of 14 titles of the 007 series added to the fiction collection on Libby. 

Nonfiction bestsellers

We know not everyone enjoys fiction all the time, some people prefer finding out about real-life stories from people past and present.  The team have also updated the non-fiction collection with a wide range of titles for you to enjoy. From Greta Thunberg to Britney Spears, you will be able to find something to interest you.

Select the image below to access some of the titles already suggested below:

Comics and graphic novels

We have 37 comics and graphic novels recently added to our collection of virtual shelves.  This diverse collection ranges from classic comics through to anime and contemporary graphic novels. Click here or on the image below to check out the graphic novels and comics.

Magazines

Whatever you enjoy reading you’ll find something to browse via the magazine collection.

You can search magazines by selecting a language via the Libby home page. The following magazines and more are available via Libby.

The audiobook collection on the Libby app.

We know what the weather is like in England in the summer months – a little unpredictable to say the least. Picture the scene… you’re enjoying a lovely day at the seaside, relaxing on the beach with a book on Libby but, oh no, storm clouds are descending and it’s time to go home! But you are right in the middle of the story, and you want to find out what happens!

Do you brave the rain, or do you make a run for shelter? Does that mean you have to wait until you get home to finish your interesting read? No, not at all, in some cases you can catch up with the story by listening to the audiobook edition.   

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You can continue your summer read listening to the audiobook version while you find shelter from the rain and wait for the clouds to clear. Then you can hopefully return to the beach and continue your summer read!  

Audio plays and drama

Are you studying performance or drama, or do you enjoy a good play? A large collection of plays and performances have also been selected and added to the Libby app! Is there a classic play you have always wanted to experience? Here are just a few of the titles added.

From Agatha Christie to Shakespeare, you’ll have difficulty finding something you WON’T enjoy.

Do you need a Wi-Fi connection to access Libby titles?

Maybe you’re somewhere where you don’t have a Wi-Fi connection? No need to panic! All books and audiobooks which are loaned by you download automatically once the app senses a Wi-Fi connection.

To find out more about downloading titles from Libby, click on the following link

Just to be aware, Libby doesn’t allow you to download magazines now. Check out the FAQs and help pages at Libby to find out more click here or the image below!

Accessing the Libby app.

If you haven’t used Libby yet and are not sure where to access the app, here are some useful tips for accessing the virtual library of summer reads!

You can access Libby by going to LibrarySearch select A-Z Databases and Select L for Libby!

You can also download the Libby app on your mobile device. For more details check out the following link: Getting started with Libby and downloading the Libby app

Happy summer everyone!

In conclusion, whatever you do this summer make sure YOU are your priority. Libby can help you make the most of your break with its range of sensational summer reads. Check out the Libby app and have a fantastic summer!

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