Read, Watch, Listen

with your library card, anything is possible

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Get Started

Library cardholders, rejoice! You’ve got the golden ticket to an amazing collection of books, media, and digital goodies, plus perks like printing, Wi-Fi, computers, and even free fax and notary services (be sure to check availability). Dive in and let the fun begin!

Access Your Account

If you’re a library card holder, you can log on to find out when your materials are due back and get in line for items that you’d like to pick up at any library location.

Get a Library Card

A library card is your ticket to checking out anything inside the library as well as digital books, music and video! Just bring in a photo ID to get started.

Search the Online Catalog

The catalog is a searchable list of all of the library’s items (books, movies, music, & more). You can check on an item’s status, availablity, or location, or request that an item be put on hold.

Did You Know?

If you need help finding something to read, we are here for you! If you need help, let us custom create a “Your Next Read” recommendation list orsend you subscription emails about new titles (see “Sign Up” options). NoveList is a fabulous recommendation resource, too, for readalike titles and more, (link on the Books & Reading database page). Options abound! 

READ

Unlock the Magic
of Books

Explore a world of reading possibilities with our diverse collection of books, audiobooks, and eBooks, available to all library cardholders. 

Experience the joy of reading through our library’s vast collection of books, catering to readers of all ages and tastes. A library card is your key to unlocking the world of literature, with access to an array of genres and formats, including audiobooks and eBooks. Ignite your passion for reading and embark on countless adventures between the pages.

There are many ways to look for items in the library’s collection! Search the catalog by title, author, or subject via the shortcut below.  Once your search takes you to the complete catalog, you can access more advanced features and do keyword searches.

Adults & Youth: eBooks

Kids & Teens

Teen Bookcloud

Teen BookCloud is a collection of eBooks for kids and teens in grades 7 -12. Graphic novels, YA fiction, audiobooks, classic literature, nonfiction, and more. Trial access made available by KYVL.

TumbleBooks for Kids

TumbleBooks Library is K-6 children’s ebook database. Contains Spanish and French resources for children. Provided by KYVL.

Overdrive Media For Kids

EBOOKS, AUDIOBOOKS & MAGAZINES

OverDrive Media for Kids allows kids, parents, and teachers to quickly locate and download kid-friendly eBooks and audiobooks before downloading them to the Libby app.

Kentucky Libraries Unbound (Via Libby, OverDrive)

Read EBOOKS, AUDIOBOOKS & MAGAZINES

Use the Libby app (or the Overdrive website) to access the Kentucky Libraries Unbound (KLU) OverDrive collection! 

Check out limit: 20 items per month per card. Get started with these instructions. Download the Libby app HERE.

hoopla

Read EBOOKS, AUDIOBOOKS & MAGAZINES

hoopla lets users select from thousands of eBooks, comics, and audiobooks. All you need is a library card and a web browser, a phone, or a tablet.

Check out limit: 10 items per month per card.

Did You Know?

The library collection provides access to a variety of formats, to let you decide which works best for YOU!

From paperbacks and hardbacks in regular and large print to digital titles – we’ve got reading options galore! Grab a Playaway to listen while you run, drive, or shop. Snag an audiobook on CD or download one from one of Libby or Hoopla to listen to on long trips. We have movies in DVD and blue-ray format, and available for streaming in hoopla, as well. Find what you want in the format that best fits your needs! 

WATCH

Visual Delights

Experience a diverse collection of movies and streaming services, in Hoopla and Kanopy, available to library cardholders.

Elevate your screen time with our library’s diverse collection of movies and streaming services in Hoopla and Kanopy. As a library cardholder, you can access a world of entertainment, from Hollywood blockbusters to critically acclaimed documentaries, all at your fingertips.

Whether your preferred social media site is Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or Twitter, follow us to see what’s going on in the world of libraries. Join the library community by tagging us in photos when attending a fun program or visit one of our locations.

Kanopy

Watch MOVIES & TV

Kanopy is a great video streaming service for quality, thoughtful entertainment. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films and educational videos that inspire, enrich and entertain.

Check out limit: 30 tickets per month

hoopla

Watch MOVIES & TV

hoopla lets users select from thousands of movies, television series, music titles, comics, eBooks, and audiobooks. All you need is a library card and a web browser, a phone, or a tablet.

Check out limit: 10 items per month per card

Kanopy for Kids

Watch MOVIES & TV

Kanopy Kids is a collection of films and TV series for ages 2-8 that inspire and inform, helping children develop social emotional skills and reinforcing valuable learning topics, such as history, science, and new languages. Enjoy unlimited plays in Kanopy Kids.

Did You Know?

If you can’t make it to the library to pick up your items, we can deliver them to you? Check out the delivery sign up page to find out more!

LISTEN

The Sound of Stories

Discover a world of audiobooks and music with our diverse collection

Enrich your auditory senses with our library’s collection of audiobooks and music. Library cardholders can access a vast array of audio experiences, from immersive storytelling to soul-stirring tunes. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, relaxation, or entertainment, our audio offerings have you covered.

Did you know that the majority of ebooks checked out by WCPL library card holders are audiobooks? When eyes get tired or you need to multi-task, there’s no better way to access great books by listening to books read by talented voice artists. 

Kentucky Libraries Unbound (Via LIBBY, OVERDRIVE)

Listen to AUDIOBOOKS

Listen to titles in the Kentucky Libraries Unbound (KLU) collection via Libby app (or on your computer via OverDrive).

Check out limit: 20 items per month per card Learn how to get started with these instructions. Download the Libby app HERE.

hoopla

Listen to AUDIOBOOKS, MUSIC

hoopla lets users select listen to thousands of music titles and audiobooks. With just a library card and a web browser, a phone, or a tablet, you can download 10 titles per month.