Digital Collection
How to get an eBook, eAudiobook or eMagazine
What you will need …
- Library card and PIN (obtain from Library – PIN is usually the last four digits of your Library card number)
- Libby APP (Not available for reciprocal borrowers)
- CloudLibrary APP (available for everyone)
- PressReader APP
- eReader, Tablet or smart device
Quick Steps – Get Started with Digital Library Resources
1. OLS Download Centre – Overdrive & Libby
Clearview Public Library has joined the Ontario Library Service Consortium. Now even more digital titles for your enjoyment! Over 109,000 eBooks and eAudioBooks titles for you to love are available in this collection. It also includes popular magazines. This collection uses the Overdrive platform (Libby app on your devices).
- Visit OLS Download Centre for more details and to sign up.
- Scroll and select Clearview Public Library (or type it in).
- Type in your Library Card User ID.
- Type in your Library Card Pin number.
- Then download the Libby App onto to your device. You are ready to get reading!
2. Simcoe Digital Collection (cloudLibrary)
Borrow eBooks & Audiobooks Instantly!
Cheat Sheet: How to log in to CloudLibrary for the first time
Kids Mode: Register your child’s card before your own. That way, kids only see their books when logged in.
Where to search: Use Clearview Public Library when searching in the CloudLibrary app.
Access Now:
3. Press Reader
eNewspapers, eMagazines – with the Press Reader
Search for Simcoe Library Consortium and then using your Clearview Public Library membership card Number and Pin.
(Excludes reciprocal borrowing members.)
4. Other eResource Collections
EBSCO eBooks & Audiobooks
Log in with your Library number and PIN (last four digits of your card).
How to Access Digital Books & Magazines
For Tablets and Smart Devices
Download these free apps from your device’s App Store:
Libby, CloudLibrary and PressReaderLog in using Facebook or your Library card number and PIN (your PIN is usually the last four digits of your card).
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Search for “Severn” or “Simcoe Digital Collection” to get started.
For All Other Devices
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Some devices may require an Adobe ID for authorization.
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Others let you log in with Facebook or your Library card and PIN.
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Follow the specific app instructions for setup.
Loan Periods & Limits
CloudLibrary:
5 checkouts
7 reserves
Unlimited wish list
21-day loan period
Collection shared with 13 county libraries (smaller selection, but shorter reserve lists)
Ontario Download (Libby):
10 checkouts
10 reserves
Unlimited wish list
14-day loan period
Collection shared with many Ontario libraries (larger selection, but longer reserve lists)
Excludes reciprocal borrowing memberships
💡 Tip: If an item isn’t available in Libby, always check CloudLibrary—waitlists may be shorter!
How to Use Your Digital Library
Add eBooks and eAudiobooks to your digital bookshelf.
Finished browsing?
Go to Account
Click Add to App (for tablets/smartphones)
Or Download to Adobe Digital Editions (for computers/eReaders)
For eReaders:
Plug your device into your computer
When recognized by Adobe Digital Editions, drag and drop the title onto your device.
Returning & Renewing Titles
Returning Early:
On tablets/smartphones: Tap the book cover in your bookshelf, then tap ‘Return.’
On eReaders: Delete the title from your device. In Adobe Digital Editions, right-click the book cover and select ‘Return Borrowed Item.’
Renewing Items:
You’ll be prompted 3 days before expiry.
If there’s no one waiting, you can renew your item.
If there is a waitlist, you can still request to renew. The system will:
Return the item at expiry
Place you on the reserve list
Email you when the item is available again