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Accessing UK library books on a Kindle
typically requires using a computer to transfer files, as direct Libby app integration is generally unavailable in the UK. The most common method involves borrowing EPUB books via OverDrive/Libby, downloading them, and using a conversion tool like Calibre to change them to Kindle-compatible formats (AZW3 or MOBI) for USB transfer.
Steps to Access UK Library Books on Kindle (eReader)
Borrow the Book: Use the Libby or BorrowBox app/website to borrow an ebook with your UK library card.
Download File: Download the EPUB file to your computer.
Convert Format: Use software like Calibre to convert the EPUB file into AZW3 or MOBI format.
Transfer: Connect your Kindle to your computer via USB and transfer the converted file to the ‘documents’ folder on the Kindle.
Important Notes for UK Users
Libby/OverDrive Limitation: Unlike in the US, the Libby app in the UK usually does not have a “Read on Kindle” option directly.
Alternative Method (Android/Fire): If you have a Kindle Fire tablet, you can download the BorrowBox or Libby app directly from the Amazon Appstore.
Alternative Method (Web Browser): Some newer 10th/11th generation Kindles may allow browsing the library website via the built-in browser, but this is less reliable than computer transfer.
DRM Issues: Some library books may have Digital Rights Management (DRM) that prevents conversion, making them unreadable on dedicated Kindle eReaders.
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Kindle doesn’t allow you to download apps so you can’t have Libby app on Kindle.
Can kindle be used to read ebooks borrowed from Singapore NLB? The short answer is no or mostly no. The long answer is a reply to the same question I posted to them and I quote: … see more Kindle doesn’t allow you to download apps so you can’t have Libby app on Kindle.
Can kindle be used to read ebooks borrowed from Singapore NLB? The short answer is no or mostly no. The long answer is a reply to the same question I posted to them and I quote:
“Kindles eReaders are designed to work with the Kindle book format and is currently available to U.S. libraries only.
The eBook titles available in NLB’s OverDrive collection are subscribed from the OverDrive vendor and the supported eBook formats available in Singapore are EPUB and PDF. Most of our eBooks that you can download offer only protected EPUB and PDF formats and cannot be accessed on Kindle eReaders.
However, you may be able to read non-protected PDF (open PDF) eBooks with a Kindler eReader if it can access PDF format eBooks. If an OverDrive title is available in open PDF format, you can download and transfer it from your computer to your Kindle via usb cable.
You can use the [Advanced Search] feature at NLB’s OverDrive website <https://nlb.overdrive.com> to filter your title search by open PDF format.” See less Kindle doesn’t allow you to download apps so you can’t have Libby app on Kindle.
Can kindle be used to read ebooks borrowed from Singapore NLB? The short answer is no or mostly no. The long answer is a reply to the same question I posted to them and I quote:
“Kindles eReaders are designed to work with the Kindle book format and is currently available to U.S. libraries only.
The eBook titles available in NLB’s OverDrive collection are subscribed from the OverDrive vendor and the supported eBook formats available in Singapore are EPUB and PDF. Most of our eBooks that you can download offer only protected EPUB and PDF formats and cannot be accessed on Kindle eReaders.
However, you may be able to read non-protected PDF (open PDF) eBooks with a Kindler eReader if it can access PDF format eBooks. If an OverDrive title is available in open PDF format, you can download and transfer it from your computer to your Kindle via usb cable.
You can use the [Advanced Search] feature at NLB’s OverDrive website <https://nlb.overdrive.com> to filter your title search by open PDF format.”