The document provides instructions for using an eReader to access free eBooks from the library. It outlines the steps to browse the library's digital collection, check out eBooks, download them to a computer, and transfer titles to an eReader. It also lists several websites that offer free eBooks to download. The presentation aims to help new eReader owners understand how to get started accessing free digital books.

1. I have an eReader… Now What? Lynnanne Pearson January 10, 2011

4. Why free books?

6. First, visit www.skokielibrary.info

7. Click on the Reading Page and then Download eBooks and eAudiobooks

8. Click here to access our Digital Library Collection.

9. The Consortium Home Page

10. Before you check out a book, you will need to download some software

12. You will first need an Adobe digital ID. Click on Sign in

13. Create an account

14. Fill out the form

15. Now, install the Adobe software to your computer

16. Browse by format

17. Search by title or author

18. Advanced Search

19. You can place a hold if the book is checked out.

20. Once you find a title you want to read, add it to your Book Bag.

22. Sign in with your Library card number

23. Confirm the check out

24. Download your book

26. Once it downloads, Adobe Digital Editions will open with the book on your shelf.

27. Now, transfer the title to your eReader.

28. Returning a book

29. Websites that offer free eBooks

30. Project Gutenberg http://www.gutenberg.org

31. You can search or browse for your favorite classic work.

32. Open Library http :// openlibrary.org

33. Download and enjoy.

34. Google http://books.google.com/ebooks

35. Feedbooks www.feedbooks.com

36. Baen Free Library http :// www.baen.com/library

37. Cory Doctorow http://craphound.com

38. Harlequin http :// tryharlequin.com/index.php

39. Smashwords http:// www.smashwords.com

40. Special offers

41. Any Questions? Contact the Readers’ Services Desk at the Skokie Public Library 847-673-7774 [email_address]