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eBooks and eAudiobooks
Access thousands of popular eBooks and eAudiobooks on your device for free with a Stanton Library membership.
From bestselling fiction and non-fiction to audio stories for kids, we have something for everyone. Borrow at any time, wherever you are, and never worry about late fees again.
If you’re having trouble signing up, logging on or accessing any of the content on our platforms, call us on (02) 9936 8400.
BorrowBox
BorrowBox has a rich variety of books from bestselling Australian and international authors. It also features exclusive eaudiobook titles.
- borrow and reserve up to 10 ebooks and 10 eaudiobooks
- 2 week loan
- renew twice or auto-return
Access BorrowBox on your mobile device by downloading the BorrowBox app from the App Store or Google Play store.
Libby by Overdrive
Libby provides popular ebooks, eaudiobooks and emagazines for every age to read on your mobile, tablet or computer.
- borrow up to 15 ebook/eaudiobook items plus unlimited magazines
- back issues of magazines are available
- 3 week loan
- unlimited renewals (as long as there are no reserves)
- reserve up to 5 items.
Access Libby on your mobile device by downloading the Libby by Overdrive app from the App Store or Google Play store.
Indyreads
Indyreads provides access to a statewide collection of independent Australian and international titles, classic fiction and modern award-winning titles in eBook and eAudio format.
- borrow up to 20 items
- 3 week loan
- unlimited renewals (as long as there are no reserves)
- renew once or auto-return
- unlimited reserves.
Access indyreads on your mobile device by downloading the indyreads app through the App Store or Google Play store.
EBSCO eBooks
Read online or download from hundreds of ebooks on topics from film to psychology, environment to memoir.
To download and read EBSCO eBooks on a mobile device, download the EBSCO Mobile app through the App Store or Google Play store.
World Book eBooks
Offers a selection of highly illustrated and engaging non-fiction and classic fiction, along with read-aloud early readers. The collection supports a range of curriculum areas and reading levels for K-12.
Download the World Book eBook app for your device through the App Store or Google Play store.
eMagazines and eNewspapers
OverDrive (Libby by Overdrive)
Overdrive provides popular emagazines for all ages to be read on any computer or smart device.
- standard 3 week loan with unlimited loans
- back issues of magazines are available
- magazine titles are available to download simultaneously – no need to wait or reserve
Access Overdrive on your mobile device by downloading the Libby by Overdrive app from the App Store or Google Play store.
Log in using your library membership number and PIN/password.
BorrowBox
Stay informed with our most popular digital resources on BorrowBox. Access the Sydney Morning Herald and Sun-Herald newspapers, along with our new additions: The Saturday Paper, The Monthly, The Guardian Weekly, and Spectator Australia, from any computer or smart device.
- standard 2 week loan
- borrow up to 10 issues at one time
- back issues available
- immediate borrowing – no need to wait or reserve
- automatic subscription – receive the latest issue as soon as it’s available
Access BorrowBox on your mobile device by downloading the BorrowBox app from the App Store or Google Play store.
Log in using your library membership number and PIN/password.
Choice Online
Get full access to thousands of independent and unbiased reviews, product tests, information and buying guides on products and services with Choice Online.
For use in the library only. Please ask a member of staff to assist you in logging in.
Stream movies for free
Access hundreds of free movies and documentaries that you can watch anywhere, anytime.
Beamafilm
Watch movies and documentaries from the comfort of your own home with Beamafilm, accessible on browser and mobile devices. All you need is a Stanton Library membership and Internet connection.
Create a Beamafilm account with your library membership number to get started. For those with an account already, simply sign in with your email and Beamafilm password. Not a Stanton Library member? Join online!
Download the Beamafilm app from the Apple App store or Google Play store.