eBooks

There isn’t one right way to read a book. Some readers insist on feeling the weight of the latest hardcover in their hands, while others prefer to turn a page onscreen with the swipe of their finger. If you lean toward the digital way, Baldwin has thousands of eBooks available to download through our online libraries, OverDrive, Hoopla and EBSCO.

New to reading on a mobile device? The Library is here to help! We can to walk you through the steps and get you reading on the go in no time. Give us a call at 248-554-4650 to set up an appointment.

Location - View Map

300 W. Merrill St.
Birmingham, MI 48009

Library Hours

Monday–Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Friday & Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Sunday: 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Upcoming Holiday Closures

Sunday, April 9: Closed

Click here to access OverDrive eBooks

OverDrive Instructions:

Kindle E-Readers
iPad or iPhone – download the Libby by Overdrive app from the Apple App Store
- You can download the OverDrive app from the Apple App Store until February 23, 2022 at which time the legacy app will be removed from the App Store.
Android smartphone or tablet – download the Libby by Overdrive app from the Google Play Store
- You can download the OverDrive app from the Google Play Store until February 23, 2022; at which time the legacy app will be removed from the Google Play Store
eReaders (Black & White eReaders – not Kindles)
PC (Windows) Computer
Mac Computer
BPL Cardholders are allowed 10 simultaneous checkouts at any time

Click here to access Hoopla eBooks

Access Hoopla on your preferred device, then follow the instructions to begin reading:

PC/MAC

Click “Log In” in the upper right-hand corner.
Click “Sign Up Now.”
Choose “Baldwin Public Library” from the drop-down menu and click “Continue.”
Enter your account information and click “Sign Up Now.”

Mobile Device

Download the Hoopla app from the Google Play or App store.
Tap “Sign Up.” You will then see either a drop-down menu or a map with participating libraries, depending on whether your device’s location settings are enabled.
Choose “Baldwin Public Library.”
Enter your information and tap “Sign Up.”

BPL Cardholders have the opportunity to borrow 20 items per month.

Tumblebooks

Online collection of animated, talking picture books that are designed to encourage the joy of reading in young children.

Bookflix

An interactive experience that allows you to explore storybooks and non-fiction while increasing understanding and fluency. Grades Pre-K to 5

eBooks K-8 Collection

Fiction and nonfiction books, homework topics and languages available online. Grades K-8.