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I don't see anything wrong with what you are doing, but I feel like this is kind of what libraries are there for - books to read for free.

Our local one is open in a modified way - you put books on hold and can pick them up (returns and check-outs were already automated before the pandemic). But there are also several online library services we can get through our library like Hoopla and Overlook. And then there's the Gutenberg (http://www.gutenberg.org/).

what I was gonna say, lol

If it's a sin to go to a library and only ever patronize the library to get any and all books for free then sign me up for hell because I sin hard.

Can you use online library services on a laptop or do you have to have a bunch of e-reader tablet malarkey going on?

Most library ebook services I know of are app based but you can absolutely use them on a laptop or desktop. The only device I've seen people have problems with is the Kindle Paperwhite, and some services will still work with them.

Yes, but also, at least in my state (California, but we can't be the only ones who do this) you can get cards for most public library systems in the state just by being a state resident; it's not limited to city or county residents. So in California you can have library cards for San Fransisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, and use all their online services. The problem right now is traveling there and physically going in to verify you're a state resident, and some systems have waived that requirement because of COVID.

So it's worth checking if the biggest county or city library systems in your state will let you sign up for membership online and use their e-resources.

ayrt

The one I use, Hoopla, you definitely can. (https://www.hoopladigital.com/)
I think OverDrive is for phone or tablet.
There's another library in my area that has their own cloud library and e-books can be accessed on a PC, as well as phone and tablet.

The libraries in your area might have all of these or something different. But there's also Open Library (https://openlibrary.org/) and a few others.

DA

My library uses an app you can out on a tablet,phone (and I'm guessing computer as well,). Where I am there is Libby (the one I'm using now), Overdrive, and eReader (a name similar to that). So you should be able to check out what/some of your local libraries (or larger libraries in surrounding areas) may provide.

Not OP, but my issue with libraries is that I end up forgetting to return things, because I get too excited and check out too many things, and rack up fines that I then don't have the money to pay so then I can't check out any more until I happen to have some spare money to pay off the fine.

ayrt

Maybe try an online version? With the version I use, Hoopla, books are e-format and you can stream movies, TV shows, and music albums and they all return automatically when they are due, if you don't return them before then.

For the physical media, my library always sends a reminder email three days before something is due and if I can't get in to return it, I renew online, though they do have book drop that is available whenever. (I think they actually also have a grace period of 24 hours.) It's a really well set up system. The local library is kind of amazing - the only thing I have an issue with is the online search algorithm, it's just too broad in some areas and too specific in others and so takes some effort to find things if you don't have an exact thing you're looking for.

Can you sign up to get alerts when your items are due? My library can call, text, or email me when my books are due. My library will also automatically renew my books near the due date unless someone has a hold on them.

You may want to check with your local library to see if they are even still doing this; current industry trend is to do away with late fees altogether. Though they will still charge you a replacement fee if you NEVER return the material.

I totally get checking out too many things, but I mark my calender, get emailed notifications, and take the printed receipt from checkout and put it on the fridge.

This feels kinda like a lecture because this is exactly what publisher's book clubs and promotions are for - books to read for free.

ayrt

If you say so. The OP doesn't want to pay, but seems to feel like they should feel guilty about it, even if they don't actually feel guilty, so I was offering an alternative to read books for free that a lot of people use with no moral quandaries.

There's no reason to feel guilty about accepting books that are given away for free as part of a publisher's marketing.

ayrt

I agree, but the secret implies, while not feeling guilty, the OP feels they should - I feel I should value the time and effort more of the authors whose books I read... I don't know why I don't just pirate books I would like but can't get legitimately, but THAT would make me feel guilty....

You can use OverDrive on your laptop, I have been abusing my local library's ebook collection lately lol.

Also as an author (only one thing published), thank you for not pirating. I understand utilizing legal free options (as you've listed) though. <3

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