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Did You Know?

WCPL has many ways to learn about the things you love. Come in and grab a book, join us in person at a library event, or explore our digital collection from the comfort of your own home. To find out all the library has to offer, search our online catalog , browse our calendar of events, or keep exploring the website!

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.

Need a reading recommendation? Start HERE!

Where better to discuss reading than with like-minded literature lovers at the library? If you’d like to tap in to one of the book clubs that meet on a regular basis, go to the EVENTS page and select “book discussion group” in the event category.

Adults & Youth

hoopla

EBOOKS, AUDIOBOOKS & MAGAZINES

hoopla is an innovative service that lets users select from thousands of comics, eBooks, and audiobooks (in addition to movies, television series & music titles). All you need is a library card and a web browser, a phone, or a tablet.

Check out limit: 6 items per month per card

Kentucky Libraries Unbound (via Libby, Overdrive)

EBOOKS, AUDIOBOOKS & MAGAZINES

Use the Libby app (or the Overdrive website) to access the Kentucky Libraries Unbound (KLU) OverDrive collection! Libby is available for Android, iOS (iPhone/iPad/iPod touch), and Windows 10+.

Check out limit: 20 items at a time per card Learn how to get started with these instructions from OverDrive. Download the Libby app HERE.

WCPL's Collection

BOOKS, MAGAZINES, MORE

WCPL has thousands of books, magazines, music and more available for checkout. Items circulate for two weeks, and can be renewed up to three times as long as no one puts a hold request on them.

Check out limit: 50 items per card

Kids & Teens

Teen Bookcloud

EBOOKS, AUDIOBOOKS

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

EBOOKS, READ ALOUDS

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.

Interested in a Book Club Kit?

If you are intrerested in requesting a kit for your book club to use, go to the Book Club In a Box Kit form page. There are over 1300 titles available for use by groups across the state, and a WCPL librarian can request one for you!