eBOOKS

Click on the titles below to access RPL’s digital resources. Click on the video to watch a short tutorial.

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Biography Reference eBook Subscription
The Biography Reference Source companion eBook subscription includes content on several popular and important figures in business, film, history, music, politics, sports, and more.

Book Collection Nonfiction Series

Book Collection: Nonfiction
EBSCO’s Nonfiction Collection is a cross-curricular database providing abstracts and searchable full text for popular nonfiction books. Designed for public libraries, it covers core subject areas as well as information on careers, health, sports, adventure, and more.

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Business eBook Subscription Collection
This eBook collection contains thousands of eBooks dedicated to the study of business.

cloudLibrary
cloudLibrary is a downloadable audio and digital book service available to all RPL cardholders. All that is needed is to install the free reader software, and then enter an active RPL library card number to access. Titles automatically expire, so there are no last-minute trips to the library or late fees. They can be read or listened to from the convenience of home, work, or a portable device.

Cricket Media eBook Collection

Cricket Media eBook Collection
Build strong literacy skills in students from pre-K to 8th grade by offering digital access to award-winning, short-form fiction and nonfiction titles.

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Diversity and Ethnic Reference Collection
Build strong literacy skills in students from pre-K to 8th grade by offering digital access to award-winning, short-form fiction and nonfiction titles.

High School eBook Collection

High School eBook Collection
This broad collection includes a selection of classic literary works, important historical documents, and general reference materials.

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Hoopla
Hoopla is a groundbreaking digital media service offered by RPL that allows users to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, and TV shows to enjoy on the computer, tablet, phone, and even the TV.

K through 8 eBook Subscription Collection

K-8 eBook Subscription Collection
This eBook collection supports a quality learning experience for K-8 students across all subject areas taught in elementary and middle schools.

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NoveList
NoveList is a comprehensive readers’ advisory resource, providing information about award winners, read-alikes, expert recommendations, complete series, and discussion guides.

NoveList K-8
NoveList K-8 is a database of book recommendations for younger members of the community. It provides information about read-alikes, complete series, reading levels, recommended reading lists, and resources for parents.

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Public Library eBook Collection
Access to eBooks covering a range of topics such as self-help, fitness, games, hobbies, and cooking. This collection features titles across a range of ages.

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RPL’s Catalog
An index of all of our library resources, in print and digital.

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Tumblebook Library
TumbleBook Library is a curated database of children’s eBooks, designed specifically for kids three to six. It has over 1100 titles, and includes unique animated talking picture books, read-along chapter books, national geographic videos, and more!

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WorldCat

WorldCat.org lets users search the collections of libraries in their community and thousands more around the world. Through WorldCat, it is possible to search and request popular books, music CDs and videos, audiobooks, and eBooks.

WorldCat Mobile
An extensive online catalog of books, audiovisual items, Internet resources, and other materials held by libraries worldwide.