EBOOKS AND AUDIOBOOKS


  1. Install the Sora app from the Self-Service App (Mosyle), Apple App Store or Google Play Store, or go to soraapp.com.

  2. In Sora, select the MLS Commonwealth eBook Collection, find Burlington Public Schools, then sign in using your school gmail account.

  3. Browse the Explore tab and borrow a book. Your book will open so you can start reading right away.

  4. Close the book and go to your Shelf to see all your books. From there, you can:

  • Tap Open Book or Open Audiobook to read or listen to the book.

  • Tap Options to renew or return the book, get to your notes and highlights, and more.

5. You can also link other OverDrive Accounts, such as the Burlington Public Library collection or Boston Public Library collection within the app, to browse multiple collections at once.


HOW DO I GET A LIBRARY CARD?

BURLINGTON LIBRARY CARD

  • Information on how to obtain a Burlington Public Library Card is available here.

  • Note: For information on their elibrary and how to access their e-resources click here.

  • Once you have a card number (or if you already have one), you can also link the account number in Sora to increase available content.


BOSTON LIBRARY CARD

  • An eCard is a Boston Public Library card that you can sign up for online to access various online resources, including ebooks, audiobooks, music, videos, and research databases.

  • eCards are available to anyone who resides or works in Massachusetts.

  • Sign up for an eCard online

  • Once you've signed up, access the BPL's Online Resources visit www.bpl.org and click on the "Books & More" tab to access their online resources