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
- Era Books and LOTE4Kids APP
- eReader, Tablet or smart device
Kobo Integration
You can now link your library card to your Kobo account through the Account menu and, for eligible titles, use the new ‘Send to Kobo’ feature to deliver eBooks directly to your supported Kobo devices, including the Kobo Libra Colour, Clara Colour, and Clare BW.
Click here for more information.
Quick Steps – Get Started with Digital Library Resources
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 Simcoe County or Severn Township when searching in the CloudLibrary app.
Access Now:
1. 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 Simcoe County or Severn Township when searching in the CloudLibrary app.
Access Now:
2. Ontario Download Collection (Libby)
eBooks, eAudiobooks & eMagazines – with the Libby App
Search for Severn Township as your library in the Libby app.
(Excludes reciprocal borrowing members.)
Download Libby App (Apple / Android) »
Access Ontario Download Collection in browser »
3. Era Books
Digital access to 100+ languages
Download the EraBooks APP from your APP store. (or online at EraBooks)
Log in with your library card number.
Enjoy access to thousands of engaging tales in 100+ languages, including sign language, to spark their curiosity and foster a love for reading!
- Ad-free and secure, enabling parents and guardians to conveniently and safely provide children with picture books on the go!
4. LOTE4Kids
LOTE4kids – Storytime in your language
Log in with your Library number and PIN (last four digits of your card).
- LOTE4Kids is the leading digital library of audio-picture books for children in 100+ world languages, narrated by professional native speakers – NOT AI!
- From Arabic and Armenian to Yoruba and Zulu, including five sign languages (ASL, Auslan, BSL, ISL and NZSL). New languages and titles added every month.
5. 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
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Download these free apps from your device’s App Store:
Libby, CloudLibrary, PressReader, LibraryPass -
Log in using Facebook or your Library card number and PIN (your PIN is usually the last four digits of your card).
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Follow the on-screen instructions.
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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