How can I access audiobooks from the library?

The SCC/ARC Library offers audiobooks and magazines through a service called Libby. You can access Libby audiobooks from a computer, or you can download an app onto your phone or tablet. You can choose your check out duration for audiobooks for either 7, 14 or 21 days. You can check out up to 3 audiobooks at a time. 

Access Libby from a computer 

ARC Library website > Databases > L > Libby Audiobooks 

Once at the Libby homepage, click “Sign In with My Card,” then choose your college and sign in with your W-ID number and password 

Access Libby with the Libby app 

  1. Download the Libby app onto your device 
    Libby, the library app - Get
     
  2. Open the Libby app. When asked “Do you have a library card” choose “Not Yet.”
    First question: do you have a library card?
     
  3. Choose “Find Libraries Nearby” 
    Find Libraries Nearby
     
  4. Search for "Los Rios Community College District” 
    Start typing los rios to find Los Rios Community College District
     
  5. Choose “Sign in With My Card” 
    Sign In With In Card
     
  6. Choose your college 
    Where do you use your library card? American River College
     
  7. Sign in with your W-ID number and password 
    Login to Los Rios SSO
     
  8. You’re connected! 
    Welcome to Los Rios Community College District in Libby
     
  9. You can add your local public library to your Libby account to get access to even more books and magazines. From the center “hamburger” menu, choose “Add Library” to search for your public library and connect your library card. 
    Center "hamburger" menu Manage Cards
     

Find more audiobooks from the Sacramento Public Library

The Sacramento Public Library (SPL) provides audiobooks (and ebooks).

Borrowing library books in any format is always free – you’ll just need a library card. If you don’t already have a Sacramento Public Library card, you can apply for one online. You can also visit any SPL library branch and staff can help you get a card. 

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