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cloudLibrary Guide for Web Browsers

  1. Find a book

    • In a web browser, go to ebook.yourcloudlibrary.com/library/cbcpl and click Login. Your PIN is the last 4 digits of your phone number.
    • Use the search bar or choose advanced search from the search bar drop-down list.
    • Browse a genre or subject on the Browse page. Major categories (e.g. ADULT/NONFICTION) are at the top.
    • Find new books and curated lists on the Featured page.
    • Filters: To show just ebooks or just audiobooks, use the Format filter. You can hide checked out books and find books to request with the Availability filter.
  2. Borrow a book

    • Click Borrow to check out or Hold to place a hold.
    • To get an email when holds are ready click your library card number and Email Notification.
    • A Renew button will appear next to the book on the My Books page 3 days before the loan expires if there are no holds on it.
    • Books will self-return at the end of the 3 week loan period.
    • There is a limit of 6 items borrowed and 6 items on hold.
  3. Read or listen to a book

    • Click My Books to see your checked-out books, and click Read or Listen.
    • If you want to read or listen without an internet connection, use the cloudLibrary app on a mobile device.
    • To close a book, click on the X in the upper-left corner.
  4. Return a book early (optional)

    • Click My Books to see your checked-out books, click the menu icon next to the Read button and Return.

Getting help

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Get more eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines at cbcpubliclibrary.net/collections/digital-books