Discover Free eBooks and Audiobooks with Barking and Dagenham Libraries
Barking and Dagenham Libraries offer access to a wide range of eBooks and Audiobooks for all library members. Through trusted platforms like Libby by OverDrive (opens in new tab) and BorrowBox by Bolinda (opens in new tab), you can enjoy thousands of titles anytime, anywhere—on your phone, tablet, or computer. Whether you're into fiction, non-fiction, or children's books, there's something for everyone. All you need is your library membership to start reading or listening today!
OverDrive eBooks and audiobooks
PressReader, with access to newspapers from the UK and around the world, is now available on the Libby app in the new Extras section.
You can browse the digital library without being a member, but if you wish to download an item you will need to join your local library. How to join Barking and Dagenham libraries (opens in new tab).
When you are a library member you can download e-books and e-audio by following these steps:
- Go to https://libbyapp.com/library/tlc (opens in new tab)
- Click Sign in and select Barking and Dagenham then enter your library card number and pin
- Browse the collection to select an item
- Borrow button (if you are not signed in, you will be asked to do so)
- Confirm your loan
- The item is now ready to download, either to your PC or mobile device
For smartphones and tablets you can download the Libby (Opens in new tab) app from the:
Search for ‘London Borough of Barking and Dagenham’ then choose Barking and Dagneham; the app will then ask for your library card number and pin.
BorrowBox eBooks and audiobooks
When you are a library member you can download e-books and e-audio by following these steps:
- Go to: https://hounslow.borrowbox.com (opens in new tab)
- Log in using your library card number and password / pin (you will need to create your BorrowBox account the first time you do this)
- Browse the collection to select an item
- Borrow button (if you are not signed in, you will be asked to do so)
- Confirm your loan
- The item is now ready to download, either to your PC or mobile device
For smartphones and tablets you can download the BorrowBox (opens in new tab) app from the:
- Apple App Store - not available
- Google Play Store for Android
- Kindle Fire
Search for ‘Barking and Dagenham’ when prompted to enter your library; the app will then ask for your library card number and password / pin.
PressReader - Online Newspaper
PressReader, with access to newspapers from the UK and around the world, is now available on the Libby app in the new Extras section.
Alternatively, you can use the online newspapers directly using PressReader (opens in new tab) website.
- Go to: https://www.pressreader.com/auth/signin/library (opens in new tab)
- Alternatively, you can visit https://www.pressreader.com (opens in new tab), click on 'Sign in', then 'Log in with Library'
- Search for and select "London Borough of Barking & Dagenham"
- Log in using your library card number and pin
- Browse the collection
- Start reading
For smartphones and tablets you can download the PressReader (opens in new tab) app from the:
Resources for Children and Young Adults
Barking and Dagenham Libraries offer a wide range of eBooks and audiobooks through our trusted platforms: Libby by OverDrive and BorrowBox by Bolinda. Explore titles for children and young adults by clicking the links below:
Oxford Owl eBooks – Free Learning Support
Oxford Owl is a free service designed to support parents and carers with learning at home. Created by the team at Oxford University Press, it offers a wide range of eBooks, activities, and resources for every stage of your child’s learning journey. Whether at home, in the classroom, or beyond, Oxford Owl provides inspiration and practical tools to help children learn, grow, and flourish.
Explore by subject or browse by age group to find the perfect resources for your child.
Visit Oxford Owl: https://www.oxfordowl.co.uk
Cerebra Library
Cerebra offers a specialist postal library with a wide range of books for both adults and children, along with a selection of toys specially chosen for children with brain conditions. This free service is available to anyone in the UK caring for a child with a brain condition and is simple and easy to use.
Find out more and access the service here: https://www.cerebra.org.uk
Free eBooks
The resources are not affiliated with Barking and Dagenham Libraries.
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