Selwyn Library BorrowBox ePlatform |
Selwyn Library has partnered with 4 other Canterbury library districts to bring you a growing collection of FREE downloadable audiobook and additional eBook titles through BorrowBox. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week; users will need their library barcode and PIN to get started.
The BorrowBox app allows mobile device users to download eBooks and eAudiobooks directly onto their device. The BorrowBox app is available in iOS and Android versions and is free to download from the Google Playstore or the Apple Appstore. You can also download using your PC for reading eBooks on an eReader; you will need to use Adobe Digital Editions to save eBooks to your PC.
Both eAudiobooks and eBooks are free to borrow; you can borrow up to 2 of each at a time for two weeks. There are no late fees because they will automatically expire and return after the loan period ends. If there is something you would like to read or listen to, we welcome your suggestions by clicking the button. 
To see what titles are currently available go to our BorrowBox eplatform. Here you will be able to reserve, borrow, and download eBooks and eAudio. You can also search for titles on our catalogue.
| Hot Tip for IOS users: Pull down the screen to display an option to select Available only items. Note this option is currently being developed for Android users. |
What you need to start using BorrowBox
- A valid library card and PIN
- The free BorrowBox app (for Android and Apple devices)
- A computer or device that meets the system requirements for the type(s) of materials you wish to download
Use the BorrowBox app to download directly onto your device.
- Search for Selwyn in the Library field
- Login using your library barcode and PIN
- Start listening to eAudio or eReading!
OR if your device is not compatible with BorrowBox (ie. not Apple or Android), you can download to your PC.
- For eBooks you will need to download the file using Adobe Digital Editions (download this software for free) - you can then read the book on your PC or import to your eReader. Note you will need an Adobe ID. Some compatible devices for eBooks
- Kobo eReader - you will need Adobe Digital Editions
- Desktop or laptop - you will need Adobe Digital Editions
- Sony eReader - if wifi not enabled you will need Reader Library Software
- For eAudiobooks you will need to unzip and import media files to iTunes or Windows Media Player5. Bolinda eAudiobooks are device neutral, and will play on all MP3 devices (including iPod).
Note: eBooks available through BorrowBox are not currently compatible with Kindle eReaders.
Help & more information
Online Help is available or ask a library staff member.