The library provides two options for downloading media: Overdrive (for audiobooks, e-books and video) and iCONN (for audiobooks only).

To download OverDrive audiobooks, e-books and videos, your library card must be from a participating library in the Greater Hartford area. Here are the steps to follow:

1) Before you choose an item, you must install and activate the software. Audiobooks require Overdrive Media Console; E-books require Adobe Digital Editions (for both pdf and EPUB format); Videos require Overdrive Media Console and Windows Media Player Security upgrade. These sites also explain if additional software is required for your particular device.

2) After the software is downloaded, go to http://libraryconnection.lib.overdrive.com. Search for an item, and add it to the cart.

3) Click on “Proceed to Checkout.”

4) Use your library card to check out the item.

To download iCONN audiobooks, link to Audio Quick Start Guide or Audiobook Tips & Tricks. Then, search for a good book here.