Carlsbad City Library provides many ways to read, listen and view from home using your library card! If you don't have a card, register online or visit one of our locations to get your card today.

Most eResources are available using web browsers or an app on your chosen personal device. Staff are available to help if you need assistance getting started!

Libby: eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines

Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby App, by OverDrive. Content is compatible with Kindle eReaders. Libby offers content in multiple languages and formats, including a dyslexia-supportive font and high-contrast text to support a wide range of readers.

Getting started with Libby | Libby Help

Hoopla: Multimedia streaming

Access streaming music, comics, movies & TV shows, eBooks, eAudiobooks and readalongs with Hoopla.

Hoopla is available on web browsers and personal devices with ad-free content and no wait times for titles, with more than 80 languages available. Special features include Kids Mode for safe browsing and dyslexia-supportive font. Click the link above and select 'Get Started' to register.

Getting started with Hoopla | Hoopla Help

Kanopy: Streaming movies and television

Stream the best in cinema for free with no ads or wait times.

Watch documentaries, popular films, international films and learning videos, including selections from The Great Courses. Kanopy Kids offers a curated collection of content for children with a focus on ages 2-8. Kanopy is available through web browsers, Smart TVs and most personal devices.

Getting started with Kanopy | Kanopy Help