Audiobooks: Downloading to a Computer

MP3 vs WMA

Audiobooks are available in 2 different formats: MP3 and WMA.

MP3:

• Compatible with most devices, including Mac and Windows computers.
• Can be transferred to iPod or other compatible music players.
• Can be downloaded directly to mobile devices (such as smartphones and tablets) using the OverDrive Media Console app.

WMA:

• Compatible with just Windows computers.
• Can be transferred to an iPod or other compatible music player.

Find & Download audiobooks to Your Computer

1. In your browser, search for audiobooks through the Library To Go website.
2. When you find a book, click on its cover and then “Borrow”.
3. If you’re not already logged in, enter your library name and library card number.
4. To download audiobooks to your computer, you’ll first need to download the Overdrive Media Console (you only need to download this once).
5. Then, from your Overdrive bookshelf, click “Download”.  If offered a choice, select “MP3 Audiobook” and then click “Confirm and Download”.  Choose to open the file with Overdrive Media Console.  Click “okay” or “yes” to any pop-ups that may appear.

Learn how to transfer audiobooks from your computer to an iPod or MP3 player.

Find out more:

• About the Service
• Compatible Devices
• eBooks:
  • Downloading to a Computer
  • Downloading to a Tablet or Smartphone
  • Transferring eBooks to an eReader (Kobo, Nook or other compatible device)
• Audiobooks:
  • Downloading to a Computer
  • Transferring to an iPod or MP3 Player
• Finding and Borrowing Items & Placing Holds