Have you ever been stuck in a line?
The answer, of course, is: Who in the world hasn’t? Whether it’s the apocalyptic crowds at a certain chicken-based fast food joint at high noon, the registers at Wal-Mart or, God forbid, the unhallowed halls of the Department of Motor Vehicles itself, we’ve all been there and done that.
It would be nice if you could pass the time with a good book or audiobook, but, alas, sometimes they’re too bulky, and a portable CD player is practically an extinct species these days.
Fortunately for you, courtesy of your friendly neighborhood Okaloosa library system, we have a solution for the yawn-inducing lines of the world.
Did you know your library card gives you the ability to check out a whole bunch of eBooks, eAudiobooks, and digital magazines? There are three different apps to explore, all accessible from computers and most devices.
Libby and Overdrive are two applications created by Rakuten Overdrive that provide free access to tons of different books options for reading or listening. You can download or stream, place holds, and even renew your items multiple times. The selections are fresh, easy to navigate, and a lot of fun to browse through!
If you’re just looking for something quick to cruise through, RBdigital might be more your style. Create an account with your library card, and you’ll find access to eBooks, eAudiobooks, and, more importantly, digital magazines! Browse news titles straight from the stands, catch up on the latest actor gossip, or even just drool at a tempting dinner recipe.
Suffice to say: there’s no reason to snore your way through life. Whip out your library card and discover something awesome!
Emily Knie is the Crestview Public Library's adult services librarian.
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: CHECK IT OUT: Library card gives electronic access to books