Overdrive Libby
Digital Library of Illinois, powered by Overdrive, is our virtual branch filled with over 50,000 unique eBook titles, 20,000 unique audiobooks and 3000 magazines. The Overdrive Libby APP is the feature rich way to access ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, Kanopy Films.
A Des Plaines Library card is required to use Overdrive. Beginning October 27, 2026, a pin/password will be required as well. This password is the same password that you currently use to access your general library account online. If you need help, please email circdesk@dppl.org or call 847-376-2788 Sign up for a library card here.
Get eBooks, audiobooks and magazines from Overdrive and the Digital Libraryy of Illinois.
Getting started with Overdrive Digital Library
Have your library card handy, you will need it the first time you log in, and beginning October 27 you will need your pin/password as well.
The newest and most feature rich way to get content while on a computer is the address https://libbyapp.com/library/dlil
If you are on a mobile device or a phone, use the Libby APP that you can download from the Apple store or Google play.
Kanopy movies and the educational service Universal Class are also available through the Libby APP powered by Overdrive.
Apps for your tablet or phone
Sora App by Overdrive - ebooks and audiobooks for students
Tips for using Overdrive Digital Library
Checkouts Periods & Limits
Items checkout for 7, 14 or 21 days depending on your personal settings. After the selected time period the book license expires and the book is returned automatically. Never an overdue book.
Ten items can be checked out at a time and 12 items can be placed on hold.
You can checkout Overdrive ebooks, audiobooks and magazines many ways. From your browser or through the Libby App, and through the library general materials catalog.
Getting Help with Overdrive Digital Library
We recommend Libby by Overdrive online help. It is very helpful!