Overview

 

The Robert R. Jones Public Library offers eBooks and downloadable audiobooks through two vendors: eReadIllinois - The Palace Project and ONMI Libraries - Libby (eBooks, audiobooks, and digital videos).

 

Everyone with a valid library card is eligible to check out five books at a time.  Keep the books for three weeks. After which, they will no longer open on your device.  No fines!  Place up to five holds at a time, and put the rest of the books you want to read on a wish list for later. 

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ONMI Libraries - Libby: Getting Started

 

With Libby, you can borrow and enjoy free eBooks, audiobooks, and more from your library's digital collection.  All you need to get started is an internet connection and a Robert R. Jones library card.

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Watch the getting started with Libby video

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Step 1

 

Download or open Libby on your device:

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• iOS devices: Apple App Store

• Android devices: Google Play

• Amazon Fire tablets: Amazon Appstore

• Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks: libbyapp.com
  Note: libbyapp.com works best in up-to-date versions of Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge.

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Step 2

 

In Libby, follow the following prompts to find your library and sign in with a library card.

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• "First question: do you have a library card?" 

  • Select: Yes

  • "There are several ways I can help you find your library.  How would you like to continue?"

• If you are new user, select: Search For A Library

  • In the text box, Library Name, City, OR type: Robert R Jones

  • Select: Online Media of Northern Illinois Libraries

• Select: Sign In With My Card

• "Let's sign into your account.  Where do you use your library card?"

  • Select: Robert R. Jones Public Library District

  • Enter your library account details (enter your complete library card barcode number).

  • Click: Next

  • Enter your pin number (by default, your pin number is set as the last 4 digits of your library card number). 

• Click: Sign In

  • "Okay, you're sign in!  Here is your library card."  

  • Click: Next

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Step 3

 

Browse your library's catalog, then borrow a book or audiobook or open a magazine.

Your selection will vary based on your library, since each library chooses what titles and formats to offer in Libby.

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Step 4

 

Borrowed titles appear on your Shelf               . You'll also find your magazine subscriptions and kept magazine issues on the Magazine Rack on your Shelf.  

 

Book and audiobook loans are downloaded to the app automatically when you're connected to Wi-Fi, so you can read them when you're offline. To save space on your device, magazines don't automatically download, but you can manually download individual issues.

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On your Shelf                , you can:

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• Tap loans (at the top of the screen) to only see your book and audiobook loans.

  • Tap Read With... to choose where you'd like to read a book (Kindle or Libby), then finish sending to Kindle (U.S. libraries only) or start reading in Libby.

  • Tap Open In Libby or Open Audiobook to start reading or listening in the app.

  • Tap Manage Loan to see options like Renew Loan and Return Early.

• Scroll down to the Magazine Rack to see your magazines:

  • Tap a magazine's cover to start reading.

  • Tap           to see options, like Download (mobile app only) and Subscribe.

 

Happy reading!  Having trouble?  Click here to sign up for a personalized help session.

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See also

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• How do I get a library card?

• Navigating the app

• Labeling the navigation icons in Libby

• What is Libby?

• What do the icons and the icon colors mean in Libby?

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eREAD Illinois - Palace Place

 

Due to the recent and abrupt closure of Baker & Taylor, the Boundless app that hosts the eRead Illinois collection is being discontinued. While a transition of this size would typically take months, we are moving quickly to ensure you and your patrons experience minimal interruption to your use of the eRead Illinois collection.

In the coming weeks, the entire eRead Illinois collection will be migrated to a new, sustainable platform: The Palace Project app managed by Lyrasis.

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Getting Started with The Palace Project

The Robert R. Jones Public Library is pleased to offer free access to eBooks and audiobooks through The Palace Project. Follow the steps below to start borrowing digital titles from anywhere, anytime.

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Step 1

 

Download the App

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• Go to the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android)

• Search for The Palace Project

• Download and install the app

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Step 2

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Set Up Your Account

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• Open the app after installation

• Select “Find Your Library”

• Search for Robert R. Jones Public Library

• Select our library from the list

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Step 3

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Sign In with Your Library Card

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• Enter your library card number

• Enter your PIN (typically the last 4 digits of your phone number unless otherwise set)

• Tap Sign In

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Step 4

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Browse the Collection

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Once signed in, you can:

• Search for specific titles or authors

• Browse curated collections

• Explore eBooks and audiobooks available for instant borrowing

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Borrow & Enjoy

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• Tap a title you’d like to borrow

• Select Borrow

• Choose Read or Listen

• Your book will open immediately in the app

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Place Holds (If Needed)

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• If a title is currently unavailable, select Place Hold

• You will receive a notification when it becomes available for checkout

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Manage Your Library

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In your account section, you can:

• View current checkouts

• Return items early

• Track holds

• Adjust reading preferences

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Helpful Tips

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• Make sure your device is connected to Wi-Fi when downloading books

• Audiobooks can be streamed or downloaded for offline listening

• If you forget your PIN, contact the library for assistance

• The app works on smartphones and tablets

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Need Help?

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Library staff are happy to assist with setup or troubleshooting. Stop by the library or contact us for support with The Palace Project app.​