Library Director Joseph Hugh Da Rold (also New Jersey Librarian of the Year) sent me some good news:
"The good news is that you do not have to travel to Westfield or Seattle to download books to your e-book reader. In fact, you don't even have to get out of your easy chair. From your home, you can download about 750 titles to your e-book reader with a library card from the Plainfield Public Library.
"We have been participating in the statewide ListenNJ program for several years now. Although it started with audio books (now over 5,000 titles), last year it began adding e-books, with about 25 titles added each month. Suggested book titles are welcome.
"To access, go to our website at www.plfdpl.info, then under "Services" click on "Listen NJ'. If you don't already have a PIN number, there will be instructions on how to obtain one.
"Heads up: you can download to the Sony Reader and the Barnes & Noble Nook reader, but not to the iPad or the Kindle. If you have any questions, please contact our Coordinator of Public Services, Tina Marie Doody at 908-757-1111 ext. 146 or tina.doody@plfdpl.info"
I don't have an e-book reader as yet, but for those who do, here is a great way to save time and energy. Another reason to appreciate the Plainfield Public Library!
--Bernice
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You don't need a Kindle or other reading device to enjoy the downloads. You can download to your Mac or PC using the Overdrive or Adobe software (free!) that's listed on the right side of the ListenNJ page. I use Adobe to download books and Overdrive to download music here in Seattle. It's pretty easy to set up - try it and see!
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