Arts Brief: Digital Books Come to Akron-Summit County Public Library

If you've been thinking about making the jump to a digital reader -- or maybe you love the library but can't seem to get things back by the due date -- the Akron-Summit County Public Library wants to show you how to use multimedia tools with the library's vast catalog.

Your library card now gives you access to digital titles on your Internet-connected computer, smart phone or tablet.

To find out how, check out the Digital Bookmobile National Tour (www.digitalbookmobile.com) that is scheduled to come to the Akron-Summit County Public Library from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 3, at the main library, 60 S. High St. Readers of all will learn how to download ebooks from the library through interactive demonstrations and high-definition instructional videos. A gadget gallery—featuring an iPod touch,  Android tablet, NOOK, Sony Reader, BlackBerry, Windows Phone, and more—will help visitors discover portable devices that are compatible with the library’s download service. 

Akron-Summit County Public Library card holders can also check out and download digital titles here. 

The Digital Bookmobile is housed inside an 18-wheel tractor-trailer. This 74-foot community outreach vehicle is a high-tech update of the traditional bookmobile that has served communities for decades. 

The Digital Bookmobile is a service of Akron-Summit County Public Library and is operated by OverDrive, Inc.