Questions tagged [library]

A grouping of ebooks in an electronic file or physical building where people can view or borrow physical books.

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Can I donate an ebook to my library's Overdrive collection?

My local library uses overdrive, for ebook loans. Can I donate an ebook I already own to them, or can I purchase an ebook specifically for my library?
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Are there libraries which lend ebooks to non residents?

Here in Italy we have MediaLibraryOnLine which lends ebooks after someone physically go to a library and subscribes to the (free) service. But unfortunately they have not a lot of books in English. Is there any (legal) way to subscribe to such a…
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Could you advise an Open Source method for creating an online library?

Could you advise an Open Source method (platform, software) for creating an online library? I want to create a rather simple online library that will provide an opportunity to download the file of book (pdf, djvu, doc, docx), not necessarily for…
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Is it possible to transfer kindle books to my iPad and how to do it?

I enjoyed my kindle books for 3 years, and want to transfer it to my iPad for reading when travelling. But have no idea how to move these kindle books to my iPad. Any tips?