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Libby for Audiobooks & eBooks

Learn how to access Libby on your own devices as well as the Library's computers.

Libby App Instructions for New Users

Never used Libby before? Follow these instructions for finding and adding Pierce College.

If you currently use Libby to access resources from the Los Angeles Public Library or another library, follow the instructions shown on the "Add Pierce to Existing Account" page.

1.  Download the Libby app onto your device (e.g., phone/tablet/Kindle)

 Libby app download screen

 

2. Open the Libby app. When asked "Do you have a library card?" choose "Not Yet."

Libby App set-up screen asking if you have a library card

 

3. Choose "Find Libraries Nearby."

Libby app setup screen allowing you to search for nearby libraries

 

4. Click "Search" and type in Los Angeles Pierce College. (You can also search by zip code or using the map feature.) Click on our name in the Matching Libraries list. 

   Libby search for Los Angeles Pierce College 

 

5. Choose "Sign in With My Card," then click "Next."

Libby screen showing Sign In With My Card link  Libby app sign in screen's "Next" prompt

 

6. If you get a pop-up, click "Continue," then sign in using your SSO/SIS/Canvas username and password

    Screenshot of SSO login for LACCD

 

7. You're connected! 

Home page for Pierce's Libby Collection

Add More Libraries to Broaden your Reach

The Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) also provides audiobook and eBook checkouts via Libby.

Adding the Los Angeles Public Library to your Libby account is a great way to expand the collection of ebooks and audiobooks you are able to access. From the center “hamburger” menu in Libby, choose “Add Library” to search for your public library and connect your library card. 

Don't have a public library card? Apply for a Los Angeles Public Library card online or visit an LAPL library branch near you.

For questions about accessing LAPL resources: