Sora

How to search

To search for a book, go to Explore and select search icon.

You can search for a book title, author, series, or subject.

Or, select Filters to search by format, language, reading level, and more.

By default, you'll see results from all the libraries you've added in Sora. If you only want to see results from your current library, go to menu > All Settings and turn off Search All Libraries (under "General").

How to download a book in Sora

You can download books in Sora to read or listen offline. By default, most books automatically download.

Note: You can download books in the Sora app and compatible web browsers. You won't see download options in unsupported browsers.

Downloaded books have a checkmark icon on your Shelf.

If a book didn't download automatically, you can download it with these steps:

Go to shelf.

Select Loans.

Click or tap cloud icon.

Select Download.

How to add a library

You can use Sora to browse your library and borrow books with your library card or, in some cases, your student ID.

Note: The type of account you have may limit the library books you see in Sora.

To add your library:

Click or tap menu icon.

Select Add library.

Use the search box to find and select your library. The library will open in the Explore tab and be saved so you can get back to it later.

You'll be asked to sign in the first time you try to borrow a book or place a hold. You may need to select your library branch or school before entering your library card info or student ID.

To switch between libraries in Sora, select a library from the menu or from the drop-down at the top of the Explore tab.

Where to find loans, holds, lists, and history

You can find your loans, holds, lists, and history on your Shelf.

To go to your Shelf, select shelf icon at the bottom of the screen.

From there, use the tabs at the top of the screen to switch between your loans, holds, lists, and history.