Any Open Library Memberships?

Question

I really enjoy my local library in Texas but the digital/Overdrive selection they offer is limited. Do you know of any libraries that have open memberships to non-locals?

webmaven · Accepted Answer

The Internet Archive Open Library may be what you're looking for:https://openlibrary.org/help/faq/readingOr perhaps the Digital Public Library of America:https://freebooks.dp.la/collection/groups

jjaaammmmy · Answer

Most libraries have a way to request items for purchase and usually have budget to buy things that are requested, within reason and depending on their policies.
Austin TX has an eCard program, you can access their Overdrive for $22 https://library.austintexas.gov/mylibrarycard
As well, you may want to look to see if you can get access through other librarires in Texas via the TexShare Card program. https://www.tsl.texas.gov/texshare/card

toomuchtodo · Answer

https://www.aworldadventurebybook.com/blog/libraries-with-no...

throwaway755574 · Answer

Related. Do any of these libraries give a &ldquo;read&rdquo; API? Not just for metadata but also the main text itself. I have some apps planned around it but data has been gating factor for me.

jefflinwood · Answer

Houston Public Library membership is open to all Texas residents. Their web site is currently not working for me, but I would assume it will be back up and running shortly.

SirensOfTitan · Answer

From what I can recall, the Brooklyn Public Library allows for non-local sign ups for a fee.

prettyStandard · Answer

try looking at major local libraries, like the new york public library, I think many of them are open to non locals, you just pay a small fee.

djdbxk · Answer

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